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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Diploma in Fashion 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
97092  Diploma in Fashion 
ORIGINATOR
Nelson Mandela University 
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
2028-06-30   2033-06-30  

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:
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):
Access may be granted, through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), to learners who do not meet the minimum entry requirements.

Entry Requirements:
  • Higher Certificate in Fashion or Fashion Design, Level 5.
  • National Senior Certificate, Level 4 granting access to Diploma studies.
  • Senior Certificate, Level 4 with Matriculation exemption.
  • National Certificate Vocation, Level 4 with a relevant specialisation, granting access to Diploma studies. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    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:
  • All technological considerations are integrated to achieve an optimal pattern.
  • Appropriate machinery sewing and finishing techniques are selected to achieve structural and cost objectives of garment.
  • Patterns and grading are developed using the latest technology.
  • Appropriate materials and specifications are selected and incorporated to achieve design objectives for a range of garments.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
  • Design processes and market research are integrated to respond to the specific objective.
  • Effective visual communication of design, structure and fabrication is integrated to achieve objective.
  • Design concepts drawings and details are produced using the latest technology.
  • The competent use of computer technology is achieved.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
  • All key considerations are integrated into the report.
  • All key considerations are integrated into the report.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
  • All key aspects are demonstrated.
  • All key elements are integrated into the report and oral presentation.
  • The written proposal will integrate all key elements and concepts in the research proposal.

    Integrated Assessment:
    Formative Assessment:
  • Written and oral tests.
  • Evaluation of laboratory practice.
  • Interdisciplinary projects.
  • Group projects.

    Summative Assessment:
  • Controlled projects.
  • Portfolio presentations.
  • Panel assessment of year work.
  • Written tests. 
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    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    Vertical Articulation:
  • Bachelor of Arts in Fashion, Level 7.
  • Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Design, Level 7.
  • Bachelor Fashion, Level 7. 
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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. Nelson Mandela University 


    All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.