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What if don’t have the right level of English to enter a course?

We recommend that you do extra English study before you start the course. If you study English at one of our recommended direct entry English partner schools, then you can apply for a "package" visa to cover your English study as well as your main course.

I don't have the right English level to start my course. How long do I have to study English?

To calculate how long you have to study English, you need to know your current English level. Then look at the course you’d like to enter and work out the difference. For example, if you currently have a level of IELTS 5.5 and you want to do a Bachelor Degree, then you should most probably do approximately 10-12 weeks of English to get from IELTS 5.5 to IELTS 6.0 (entry requirement for Bachelor Degree).

How can I work out my English level if I haven’t done an IELTS test?

If you’ve done another type of English test, have studied English or have completed some secondary or tertiary study in an English-speaking country, then we may be able to assess your English. Or you can do our own English test either here on campus or overseas at an authorised location.

What type of job can I get after I finish my course?

This depends on the course you do and, to a large extent, your drive and determination as well as talent. Design is a wide-ranging industry and there are many types of jobs available. Initially most graduates are looking at entry-level positions where they can learn on the job and keep exploring their areas of interest. Our commerce graduates would likewise be looking for entry level positions in their chosen field.

Are there lots of jobs in the design industry?

The design industry is booming in all its various specialisations. Check out the info about each of the Bachelor Degree majors to find out more about the career opportunities that exist.

What’s the meaning of life?

We don’t know, but we’re having fun looking for it.

What if I have more questions?

How to Apply

For information about fees, intake dates, entry requirements and application procedures, go to the Apply section.

Apply for a scholarship to study a design bachelor degree of your choice. Australian and International scholarships are available to all students currently in Year 12.

See the Before You Start section for:

information about budgeting for your course
forms
and other important information

All students also need to be aware of the Student Handbook to keep informed about policies and procedures.

Michelle Johnson, Mishka Boutique New Zealand says: “Raffles provided me the option to study fashion marketing in an open learning environment. The course was designed to broaden ideas about the industry and also give an opportunity to relay what was learnt on a practical level. One of the significant advantages of the course was being taught by industry professionals who gave invaluable insight into the fashion world and business environment. The highlight of the course was interacting with various design students and going on a variety of excursions that defined my career direction and laid the groundwork in achieving success in the industry. Through Raffles Program Director, Robert De Giovanni I was able to secure industry work experience at Prada Australia in their PR & Advertising team which later developed into a coordinator role following my degree completion. This year I am in the process of launching a premier online fashion boutique in New Zealand stocking luxury Australian and International labels – something I never thought possible without the support and knowledge learned at Raffles and the industry contacts passed on by Robert.”