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Fashion & Design

The Approved Specialist Fashion and Design program empowers students to turn creative ideas into real‑world outcomes. Through hands‑on design practice, technical skill development and industry‑connected learning, students build the confidence, problem‑solving ability and creative thinking required to succeed in the fashion and design industries and beyond.

Overview

Practical skills for creative minds

Fashion and Design at Kent Street combines the expertise of two Learning Areas of the school – Arts and technologies. The Arts department provides an encouragement of exploration and allows students to practice creativity in a safe supported space, while technologies bases students in a strong technical background, teaching practical skills and lateral thinking.

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About the program

Established in 1991, our Approved Specialist Fashion and Design Program provides students with a strong foundation in creative problem solving and technical skills. Students engage in industry‑relevant learning experiences developing highly transferable skills including design thinking, technical production, project management and creative communication.

Excursions

As part of the Fashion and Design program, students participate in a range of extra curricular activities such as excursions or camps which provide valuable opportunities to engage in immersive design projects and extended hands‑on workshops.  Activities may include fabric production, beading techniques and explorations of sustainable fashion practices. These extended learning experiences enable students to work through more complex design and construction processes in a focused environment.

Industry Partners

We have close ties with West Australian bridal producers Essence of Australia. This partnership affords our students detailed insight into real-world textile production and business management with opportunities for work placements and experience for senior students.

Entry Requirements

We welcome students from all over WA to our Fashion and Design program, to apply students must:

  • A genuine interest in fashion and the creative arts.
  • Possess a satisfactory academic performance. School reports, references and personal qualities of the applicant will be considered in determining acceptance into the program.
  • Attend and complete aptitude testing.
  • Complete and submit an Expression of Interest form 1 week prior to testing.
  • Enclose a copy of the last 2 school reports with your application form.

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Key Dates
2Jul
2027 Entry Testing
27Aug
2027 Entry Testing - Round 2

FAQs

The Fashion and Design course runs from years 7-10. We accept student applications for any year not just year 7.

  • Competency in basic design principles and their application
  • Knowledge of and ability to use textiles and textile processes
  • A high level of competency in garment construction
  • A fashion perspective, both historical and contemporary
  • Experience in the presentation of their work through exhibition, parading, competitions
  • Confidence, self esteem, initiative and maturity
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