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Diploma: Fashion Design

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SAQA ID64169
NQF Level5
Credits240
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a 240-credit Diploma in Fashion Design at NQF Level 5, located in the Design Studies subfield of the HEQSF. It is intended to provide a structured foundation for studying fashion design. The available record indicates that its registration period ended on 31 December 2018, and its current SAQA status should be verified before considering enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may be considered by people interested in developing a formal foundation in fashion design and exploring further study or work related to the fashion and design sector. This is general guidance and does not confirm admission eligibility.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for fashion-design-related work or further study, but no specific related careers are mapped in the available information. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. Because the recorded registration period ended in 2018, prospective students should confirm whether any current or equivalent offering is available before enrolling.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Fashion design development
  • Creative design thinking
  • Visual communication
  • Design-focused problem solving

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma: Fashion Design
SAQA ID
64169
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
240
Field
2
Subfield
Design Studies
Originator
Villioti Fashion Institute (Pty) Ltd (previously known as Spero Villioti Elite Design Academy)
Registration end in source dataset
2018-12-31
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether it is open for new enrolment.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific offering have the required accreditation or authorisation.
  • Check the applicable admission requirements directly with the provider.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical, studio or workplace requirements.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID and NQF level on the enrolment documentation.
  • Check whether the programme has been replaced, updated or superseded since the recorded registration period ended.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.