Fashion Design Diploma Program
If you desire to express your creative talent through pattern and garment designs, this program is designed for you. From the study and use of raw materials to the analysis of trends, you will learn the skills to become the inspiration behind the clothes. Concepts in fashion design and history are examined throughout the program, as well as the cultural implications that fashion has on society. You will enhance your design through the computer applications of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and Macromedia Flash. The program reinforces job market realities by assisting the students with developing a business plan and marketing their designs.
Program Objectives
Develop the ability to transform design ideas into garments.
Learn the elements, principles and techniques of pattern drafting, draping, sewing and tailoring.
Translate fashion concepts into sketches and illustrations using freehand drawing techniques, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and Macromedia Flash.
Learn the history of fashion design and how various social, economic and cultural factors influence fashion trends.
Learn the history of fashion design and how various social, economic and cultural factors influence fashion trends.
Learn to design, create, sell and market a design collection.
Understand the job market realities and fashion trends.
Program Overview
Diploma Program consisting of 5 semesters, 15 weeks per semester, total of 75 weeks.
20 hours per week, 300 hours per semester, 1500 hours for full program.
Admission Requirements
19 years of age or High School graduate.
Working knowledge of the English language.
A sincere interest in Design.
Interview with Program Advisor.
Employement Opportunities
Fashion Designer, Pattern Drafter, Costume Designer for theatre, magazines, television and film. Fashion Coordinator, Buyer, Researcher or Writer, Production Sewer.