Protégé Fashion Show

World-Class Training Facilities to Foster Fashionista Creativity

The world-class facilities at the Fashion Centre of Excellence, Mt Gravatt, play a vital role in setting up TAFE Queensland students for successful careers in the fashion industry.

While hundreds of fashion careers have been handcrafted from the South Brisbane hub since training first began over 30 years ago, we can now expect hundreds more since this significant upgrade to adapt to the ever-evolving standards of the global fashion industry.

The Centre has been modernised, has expanded in size, and all of its equipment has been upgraded to give fashion students the real-world experience of working in an international design house.

Featuring state of the art interiors with flowing ceilings and a clean, contemporary space to accommodate exhibitions, parades and fashion events, students bring their creativity to life using state of the art Juki Industrial Straight sewing machines and bag making equipment for leather, canvas and heavy fabrics.

The gallery space for functions and fashion showcases is 338sqm, with the manufacturing and design space sitting at 1,431sqm and equipped with:

• Two 3D printers
• Laser cutting machine
• Fabric printer and natural fibres printing
• Full-Screen printing for large fabric
• Loom (spinning of fabrics)
• Accessory machinery and industrial walk foot for heavy materials or canvas and leathers
• Free arm walk foot – skiver that reduces the thickness of leather
• Burnishing machine for leather edge finish
• Two eyelet component machines – rivets press studs
• Roller heat pressing for tailoring
• A full range of dress mannequins
• Large touch screens for presentations in all rooms
• Fully automatic buttonhole machine
• Four thread overlockers
• Five thread flatlock machine (specialising in stretch fabrics)
• Textile testing and research equipment
• Cylinder cutting machine
• A 2D/3D technical design lab focusing on sustainable pattern design in a digital environment
• StyleCad and Clo3D digital technology to enhance our sustainability credentials

TAFE Queensland's fashion precincts are the ideal place for you to launch your fashion career. Equipped with industry-standard tools, you will have everything you need at your fingertips to bring your creations to life and be runway-ready.

TAFE Queensland graduates have created or worked for a host of successful labels including Billabong, Marc Jacobs, Easton Pearson and Black Milk Clothing

CERTIFICATE II IN APPAREL, FASHION AND TEXTILES (MST20722)
(FULL-TIME DELIVERY AND TAFE AT SCHOOL PROGRAM)

Start a creative career in fashion with this introductory course. This qualification will give you the entry-level skills required to gain an assistant role in the fashion industry.

Choosing to study a TAFE at School course is a great way to get a vocational qualification while you’re still in high school. You also gain valuable credits towards your QCE, an apprenticeship, a diploma or university.

 
CERTIFICATE III IN APPAREL, FASHION AND TEXTILES (MST31022)

Get a start on your fashion career through learning the foundations. This qualification will qualify you to undertake further studies or work as a fashion design assistant. 

 
CERTIFICATE II IN APPAREL, FASHION AND TEXTILES / CERTIFICATE III IN APPAREL, FASHION AND TEXTILES (MST20722 / MST31022)

(DUAL AWARD)

Get your career in the fashion industry up and running through learning the foundations with this dual qualification. This qualification will give you the entry-level skills required to gain an assistant role in the fashion industry and will qualify you to undertake further studies.

CERTIFICATE III IN APPAREL, FASHION AND TEXTILES / DIPLOMA OF APPAREL, FASHION AND TEXTILES (MST31022 / MST50122)

(DUAL AWARD)

Accelerate your career in the fashion industry with dual certificate III and diploma level qualifications from TAFE Queensland. This course will give you the specialised skills and knowledge to flourish within the design, manufacturing, wholesale or retail areas of the fashion industry.

DIPLOMA OF APPAREL, FASHION AND TEXTILES (BUSINESS) (MST50122)

Step boldly into the vibrant world of fashion, business and styling with this diploma level qualification. This hands-on program is designed for emerging creatives who are ready to shape the future of fashion. From concept development and styling techniques to commercial strategy, this course equips you with the tools to turn your passion into a profession.

DIPLOMA OF APPAREL, FASHION AND TEXTILES (DESIGN AND PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT) (MST50122)

Step confidently into the world of fashion with this diploma level qualification. Designed for aspiring creatives ready to make their mark, this dynamic course equips you with the advanced technical skills needed to thrive in the fast-paced fashion industry.

BACHELOR OF CREATIVE INDUSTRIES (APPLIED FASHION) (ARB402)

The Bachelor of Creative Industries (Applied Fashion) offers students a unique opportunity to study fashion. A major strength of this course is its position within a specialist design, visual arts, and multi-media institution with the potential for students to work alongside other cultural and creative disciplines. The course prepares students for a highly competitive fashion industry career by ensuring that graduates have the vocabulary and industry knowledge they need to succeed.
 

For all media enquiries regarding Protégé Fashion Show, please contact events.brisbane@tafeqld.edu.au.

Can I park at TAFE Queensland Mt Gravatt campus?

Yes you can! There will be plenty of parks available on the night. 

Does the Mount Gravatt campus offer access to people with a disability?
Our TAFE Queensland Mount Gravatt campus is fully wheelchair accessible. We provide a range of services and facilities to enable our visitors and students to attend performances, exhibitions and participate in activities. With advance notice, we can accommodate a range of individual needs, and we strongly encourage visitors to notify staff of any individual needs by emailing events.brisbane@tafe.qld.edu.au.

Can I cancel or change my booking?
Bookings are strictly non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, you may gift your ticket to another person. No need for a change of details. We do not support the resale of tickets on third-party platforms. 

What is the age limit?
There is no age limit. The fashion show is a family-friendly event and suitable for people of all ages. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. I.D. will be required if consuming alcohol.

Is there a cloakroom?
No, there will not be a cloakroom available. Please keep all your belongings with you.

What should I bring? 
Camera and/or mobile for capturing the experience during the event. Please do not bring selfie sticks or tripods. No food or drink is allowed inside the venue. All catering is served outside the fashion parade area.

* Please note.
All students are required to show their Student I.D card upon entry.
All minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Collection Notice

TAFE Queensland is collecting your personal information for the purposes of the management of the Protege Fashion Parade 2025, to be held at the Mt Gravatt campus on Wednesday, 10 December 2025.

• Personal Information
  Your personal information will be handled in accordance with the requirements of the Information Privacy Act 2009 (Qld). In providing your personal information (including sensitive information), you consent to your personal information being used and/or disclosed for this purpose. Your personal information will be used for this purpose by staff employed by, or on behalf of TAFE Queensland and will not be disclosed to any other party unless you consent to this disclosure or the disclosure is otherwise outlined in the TAFE Queensland Privacy Policy or permitted or required by law. Your information will be stored securely.
  If you do not provide your personal information, it will impact TAFE Queensland's capacity to allow you to obtain tickets and attend the event if the personal information is not collected. 
• Sensitive Information
  While completing your ticket purchase, you will be asked to provide sensitive information regarding the accessibility needs of you and your guests, to ensure TAFE Queensland can meet your accessibility requirements. 
• Videography and Photography
  At the event, videography and photography will be conducted, which may include capturing your image. This may be used both internally and externally, for the purpose of advertising future fashion courses and events. If you do not wish to have your image used, you must notify a TAFE Queensland team member. You will be seated in a designated non-filming zone, which may affect any priority seating options you have. 

If you wish to access or correct any of your personal information, discuss how it has been managed, or have a concern or complaint about the way your personal information has been collected, used, stored, or disclosed, please contact the TAFE Queensland Privacy Officer at privacy@tafeqld.edu.au.

For more information, please visit the TAFE Queensland Privacy Policy.

Payment Terms

• Bookings are strictly non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, you may gift your ticket to another person. No need for a change of details. We do not support the reselling of tickets on third-party platforms.
• Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 2 are free as long as they do not require a seat.
• A valid form of ID will be required if consuming alcohol (drivers license, passport, proof of age card. Student ID cards are not a valid form of ID).
• No external food or drink is allowed inside the venue. This is a catered event with food and drinks available onsite. Seating for the event will be allocated by the event organisers based on first-come, first-served and group purchases.