Fashion Design
If you are interested in Fashion Design and learning all about what’s involved in designing and making your own clothes then this is the course for you.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
This is a full-time one-year course which runs from September to May.
Entry Requirements
A Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent is required, although exceptions are given to mature students who are over 23 years of age. Entry is subject to interview.
Careers / Further progression
Progression
There are a wide range of progression opportunities available for FET graduates via the CAO website. Please view the entry requirements for all Higher Education colleges here: https://www.cao.ie/index.php?page=scoring&s=fetac
The aim of this programme is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work under direction in a design or retail setting in the field of fashion and or textiles and or to progress to further and or higher education and training.
Further information
Course commences 7th September 2026
Mayo College of Further Education & Training is offering no tuition fees for September 2026, which covers exam fees, student consumables, and journals. This includes courses across campuses in Ballina, Castlebar, and Westport, aimed at relieving the cost of living crisis. Some specific courses or materials might still have costs, but tuition is free.
Mayo College students are eligible to apply for a SUSI grant. SUSI is Ireland’s national awarding authority for further and higher education grants. They offer support to eligible students in approved, full-time courses at PLC. Please visit http://www.susi.ie/for more information and to make an application.
If you are interested in Fashion Design and learning all about what’s involved in designing and making your own clothes then this is the course for you. This one year programme will introduce you to all the elements involved in creating your own designs and making beautiful unique pieces of clothing. The aim of this course is to give you all the training and skills you need to start you off on a career path in Fashion Design.
Programme Modules:
Communications 5N0690
Combined Materials 5N0764
Design Skills 5N0784
Drawing 5N1862
Fashion Industry & Design Studies 5N3845
Garment Construction 5N1276
Fashion Styling 6N3608
Work Experience 5N1356
5M3865 - Fashion Design
Award: QQI Level 5 Certificate in Fashion Design 5M3865
Contact Us
t: 094 90 23134
e: ballina@mayocollege.ie
admissions@mayocollege.ie