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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Diploma in Fashion 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
101155  Diploma in Fashion 
ORIGINATOR
Vaal University of Technology 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education  HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
Diploma (Min 360)  Field 02 - Culture and Arts  Design Studies 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  360  Not Applicable  NQF Level 06  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Registered-data under construction  EXCO 0324/24  2024-07-01  2027-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2027-06-30   2029-06-30  

Registered-data under construction

The qualification content is currently being updated for the qualifications with the status “Registered-data under construction” or showing “DETAILS UNDER CONSTRUCTION” to ensure compliance with SAQA’S Policy and Criteria for the registration of qualifications and part-qualifications on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) (As amended, 2022). These qualifications are re-registered until 30 June 2027 and can legitimately be offered by the institutions to which they are registered.

 

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Purpose:
The intended purpose of this Qualification is to give the successful learner a professional, vocational and sound understanding of the general theoretical principles and their applications in the field of Fashion. The qualification will be treated according to the policies and procedures of the institution regarding assessment, moderation (including external moderation), monitoring of learner progress in the qualification, provision for learner disputes regarding assessment results and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Rationale:
A learner accredited with this qualification will be competent in analysing and monitoring design processes to meet market demands and adopt advanced production technology methods to ensure cost effectiveness in relation to cost and manufacturing. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
The Institutional Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy and procedures are followed. Learners who do not meet entry requirements can apply for access to the qualification through RPL against a module, or part/full qualification for learning obtained through formal, informal and non-formal learning. Learners need to submit a Portfolio of Evidence which will be internally assessed. Credits may be awarded based on the assessment results and learners have the opportunity to appeal against the assessment result where credits were not awarded.

Entry Requirements.
The minimum requirement is:
  • National Senior Certificate National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 4. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    This qualification comprises of compulsory at Level 5 and 6 totalling at 360 Credits.

    Compulsory Modules, Level 5, 151 Credits:
  • Textiles 1, 14 Credits.
  • Garment Construction and Pattern Engineering 1, 45 Credits.
  • Fashion Theory 1, 10 Credits.
  • Applied Communication Skills 1.2, 8 Credits.
  • Applied Communication Skills 1.1, 8 Credits.
  • Fashion Illustration 1, 10 Credits.
  • Computer Aided Design 1, 15 Credits.
  • Fashion Design 1, 10 Credits.
  • Fashion Accessories and Design 1, 9 Credits.
  • Applied Apparel Technology 1, 8 Credits.
  • Business Fashion 1, 14 Credits.

    Compulsory Modules, Level 6, 209 Credits:
  • Garment Construction and Pattern Engineering 2, 40 Credits.
  • Applied Communication Skills 2.1, 8 Credits.
  • Fashion Theory 2, 9 Credits.
  • Applied Communication Skills 2.2, 8 Credits.
  • Fashion Illustration 2, 9 Credits.
  • Computer Aided Design 2, 6 Credits.
  • Fashion Design 2, 9 Credits.
  • Fashion Theory 3, 9 Credits.
  • Fashion Illustration 3, 10 Credits.
  • Fashion Accessories and Design 2, 10 Credits.
  • Business Fashion 2, 18 Credits.
  • Computer Aided Design 3, 10 Credits.
  • Fashion Design 3, 10 Credits.
  • Applied Apparel Technology 2, 10 Credits.
  • Garment Construction and Pattern Engineering 3, 43 Credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1.Solve advanced problems relating to pattern and garment technology in the design process.
    2.Relate design with technology in order to respond and interpret changes influencing fashion in the commercial environment.
    3.Relate principle and functions of business management to the clothing sector.
    4.Apply basic research methodology. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
  • Integrate all technological considerations to achieve an optimal pattern.
  • Select appropriate machinery sewing and finishing techniques to achieve structural and cost objectives of garment.
  • Develop patterns and grading using the latest technology.
  • Select appropriate materials and specifications and incorporate them to achieve design objectives for a range of garments.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
  • Integrate design processes and market research to respond to specific objective.
  • Integrate effective visual communication of design, structure and fabrication to achieve objective.
  • Produce design concept drawings and details using latest technology.
  • Use computer technology competently.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
  • Integrate all key considerations into the report.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
  • Demonstrate all key aspects of research methodology.
  • Integrate all key elements into the report and oral presentation.
  • Present a written proposal wherein all key elements and concepts are integrated.

    Integrated Assessment.
    Both formative and summative assessments are integral components of all modules within the qualification and have application to both traditional summative and continuous assessment, ensuring overall applied competence. All teaching and learning activities in the programme are aligned to the assessment approach of the individual modules indicating a constructive alignment approach in the design of the qualification. The assessment activities form an integral part of the teaching and learning process and are systematically and purposefully used to generate data for grading. Timely feedback to learner forms part of the assessment strategy of the institution and is used to inform teaching and learning and to improve the curriculum. Learning outcomes in all modules give an indication of what will be assessed in the module and thus ensure constructive alignment of the modules within the qualification. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    There are similar international qualifications, but individual institutions have unique offerings which may/may not articulate with this qualification entirely. There is undoubtedly synergy in courses with variations ranging from slight to extreme synergy-depending on the institution. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification allows articulation:
    Vertical Articulation:
  • Advanced Diploma in Fashion, Level 7.
  • Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design and Technology, Level 7.

    Horizontal Articulation:
  • Diploma in Clothing and Textile Technology, Level 6.
  • Diploma in Fashion Design, Level 6. 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    N/A 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    N/A 

    NOTES 
    N/A 

    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
    When qualifications are replaced, some (but not all) of their learning programmes are moved to the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replaced qualification.
     
    NONE 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
    1. Vaal University of Technology 


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