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Diploma in Clothing Management at Durban University of Technology

Durban University of Technology, South Africa

Programme overview

The Clothing and Textile sector is vital for job creation in South Africa, with increasing automation and modern technology enhancing productivity in manufacturing. As the industry prioritizes rapid turnaround times, there is a growing demand for skilled graduates capable of thriving in this competitive environment. This qualification equips students with essential knowledge and skills in sewn product technology, covering design, production, sales, and the necessary management and business acumen for success in the apparel value chain.

Faculty: Faculty of Applied Sciences  |  Department: Department of Textile Science and Apparel Technology  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

What you will study

Year 1 - Semester 1: Product Technology 1A (PRTE101) - 12 Credits Textiles 1 (TEXT101) - 8 Credits Patternmaking 1A (PATT101) - 8 Credits Business Management 1A (BUMA101) - 8 Credits Cornerstone 101 (IGE) (CSTN101) - 12 Credits Applied Science and Wellness (FGE) (ASWL101) - 12 Credits Semester 1 Total Credits: 48 Credits

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Application information

Entry requirements

National Senior Certificate (NSC): English: 3 3 Additional recognized 20 credit subjects (maximum of one additional language): 3 | Senior Certificate (SC): English HG: E English SG: C 3 Additional recognized 20 credit subjects (maximum of one additional language) HG: E 3 Additional recognized 20 credit subjects (maximum of one additional language) SG: C | National Certificate Vocational (NCV): English: 50% 3 Additional recognized 20 credit subjects (maximum of one additional language)

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://onlineapps.dut.ac.za/

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