Diploma in Fashion Design
Join Fashion Design Diploma and launch a career in fashion, merchandising, retail, branding, and trend forecasting or even start your own business.
- 2 Years / Onsite
- Intakes: Jan, Apr, Jun, Oct
Overview
The Institute of Design’s Diploma in Fashion Design program offers an exciting introduction to the world of fashion. Designed for those passionate about creativity, style, and innovation, this program provides foundational skills in fashion design, textile science, garment construction, and fashion history. Students will gain an understanding of the global fashion industry and how design influences culture, personal identity, and social trends.
Throughout the course, students will engage in practical design projects, working with fabric, patterns, and other materials to bring their visions to life. They’ll also learn how to analyze the impact of fashion on society and develop a unique design perspective. Whether creating their own collection or interpreting contemporary trends, students will explore the many ways fashion can be a powerful form of self-expression and social communication.
Career Opportunities
Students of the Fashion Design Diploma program are prepared to begin their fashion industry careers in a range of roles. These include positions in fashion design, garment construction courses, fashion illustration programs, textile design classes, fashion merchandising training, and retail buying courses.
Many students go on to work in fashion brand careers, fashion boutique jobs, or fashion studio opportunities, while others pursue paths in fashion journalism careers, fashion styling positions, or trend forecasting jobs. Some even choose to start a fashion business or further their expertise through advanced fashion studies and fashion design education.
Graduates benefit from vast fashion career opportunities, with many becoming fashion program graduates securing fashion brand employment, fashion retail careers, or earning a fashion education diploma and fashion design certification to expand their prospects.
From fashion industry job roles to fashion merchandising careers, fashion marketing courses, and fashion buying training, our program equips students with the skills to excel. Whether focusing on fashion trend analysis or specializing in textile design careers, our graduates are well-prepared to shape the future of the industry.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Understand the role of fashion in shaping cultural trends, societal values, and individual identities.
- Gain hands-on skills in the basic principles of fashion design, including pattern making, garment construction, sketching, and fabric selection.
- Be able to create designs that reflect current trends while developing a unique personal design aesthetic.
- Develop an understanding of fashion history and contemporary industry practices, preparing students for the demands and opportunities of the global fashion market.
- Explore the ethical and environmental considerations in fashion, with a focus on creating designs that promote sustainability and social responsibility.
Programme
| Semester 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Principle of drawing | ||
| Illustration | ||
| Principle Design | ||
| Elements of Design | ||
| Colour Theory | ||
| Textile | ||
| Pattern Making I |
| Semester 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Surface ornamentation | ||
| Design Methodology | ||
| Illustration II | ||
| Apparel Design | ||
| Project Presentation II | ||
| Studio Design work | ||
| Assignments | ||
| Portfolio Presentation |
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How to Apply?
- You Apply
Tell us a little about yourself and we’ll help with the rest. Our convenient online application tool only takes 10 minutes to complete.
- We Connect
After you submit your application, an admissions representative will contact you and will help you to complete the process.
- You Get Ready
Once you’ve completed your application and connected with an admissions representative, you’re ready to create your schedule.