The Bachelor of Design (Fashion) is globally renowned as an incubator of creativity. It focuses on: innovative design, advanced creative skills, conceptual thinking, critical analysis and practical expertise to support original ideas, depth of research for proposed design opportunities. The rigour within the program means that RMIT fashion design proudly benchmarks against the best degree programs around the world and has a global approach to fashion education.RMIT fashion students are selected to showcase in national and international awards and events. At the 2012 LOréal Melbourne Fashion Festival (LMFF), 7 out of the 12 students showcased from across Australia were from RMITs fashion design degree.