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BACHELOR OF ARTS IN FASHION DESIGN
programme Overview
The Undergraduate Program in Fashion Design is a 3-year degree aimed at equipping students with creative, technical, and theoretical knowledge essential for a career in the fashion industry. It typically combines hands-on design experience with studies in textile science, fashion illustration, pattern making, garment construction, fashion history, and merchandising. Students learn to develop original collections, understand global fashion trends, and apply sustainable and ethical practices in design. The program fosters innovation while building strong foundations in craftsmanship and digital tools, preparing graduates for diverse roles such as fashion designers, stylists, product developers, or entrepreneurs in the fashion domain.
3 Years
Duration of program
UG
Level of Study
Faculty Overview
The Undergraduate Program in Fashion Design is a 3-year degree aimed at equipping students with creative, technical, and theoretical knowledge essential for a career in the fashion industry. It typically combines hands-on design experience with studies in textile science, fashion illustration, pattern making, garment construction, fashion history, and merchandising. Students learn to develop original collections, understand global fashion trends, and apply sustainable and ethical practices in design. The program fosters innovation while building strong foundations in craftsmanship and digital tools, preparing graduates for diverse roles such as fashion designers, stylists, product developers, or entrepreneurs in the fashion domain.
3 Years
Duration of program
UG
Level of Study
Key Highlights
NCrf, NSQF and NEP 2020 aligned Curriculum
Best Faculty and Expertise
Hands-on Learning Experience
Real-World Industry Exposure
Sustainability & Ethical Practices
HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT
Enhanced Skills: The Fashion Design course offers an encompass blend of creative, technical, and professional competencies that elevate a designer’s ability to succeed in a competitive industry.
Industry-Relevant Knowledge: The curriculum of Fashion Design course provides industry-relevant knowledge that prepares students for professional practice.
Career Advancement: Completing a Fashion Design involves continuous skill development, industry networking, and gaining diverse professional experiences to move into higher or more specialized roles.
Preparation for Further Studies: A Fashion Design course acts as a solid foundation for pursuing higher education in Design industry, such as a Master of Design (M.Des.)
WHAT WILL YOU STUDY
- Fashion Illustration: This teaches sketching techniques to visually communicate design ideas.
- Textile Science: Explores fabric types, properties, and how they influence garment design.
- Pattern Making: Covers the creation of templates used to cut fabric for garments.
- Garment Construction: Focuses on sewing and assembling garments from patterns.
- Design Proficiency: Demonstrate creativity and technical expertise in fashion illustration, garment construction, and pattern making.
- Textile and Material Knowledge: Apply in-depth understanding of fabrics, fibers, and materials to develop innovative and functional designs.
- Trend Forecasting and Analysis: Identify and interpret current and future fashion trends using research and analytical tools.
- Visual Communication: Effectively convey design ideas through professional sketches, mood boards, and technical drawings.
- Portfolio Development: Create and curate a comprehensive portfolio that reflects personal style, technical skill, and industry readiness.
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Evaluate and solve design and production challenges with creative and strategic approaches.
- Client Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to present ideas, understand client needs, and deliver design solutions.
- Project Management: Ability to manage design projects from concept to execution, including budgeting, timelines, and coordination.
- Professional Ethics: Understanding of professional ethics, responsibilities, and the ability to work within the collaborative nature of the design industry.
- Innovative Design Thinking: Ability to apply advanced design thinking methodologies to develop original, concept-driven fashion collections.
- Interdisciplinary Integration: Integrate knowledge from technology, art, culture, and science into fashion design to foster innovation.
- Sustainable System Design: Design fashion systems and supply chains that prioritize environmental sustainability and ethical practices.
- Digital Fashion Technology: Utilize emerging technologies such as 3D garment simulation, digital patterning, and virtual prototyping.
- Strategic Brand Development: Ability to integrate interior design concepts with architecture, lighting, furniture design, and construction disciplines for holistic, well-rounded solutions.
- Contribution to Fashion Innovation: Create original work that contributes to the advancement of fashion design as both an academic and commercial discipline.
- Leadership and Team Collaboration: Strong leadership skills to lead design teams, manage multi-disciplinary projects, and collaborate effectively with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Advanced Project Management: Ability to oversee large-scale projects from conception to completion, including budget management, scheduling, risk assessment, and quality control.
- Business and Marketing Acumen: Understanding of business strategies, branding, and marketing within the interior design industry, enabling graduates to manage or grow a design business.
- Ethical and Social Responsibility: Deep commitment to ethical practices, addressing societal needs, and creating inclusive, accessible designs for all users.
CURRICULUM
CAREERS AND EMPLOYBILITY
Fashion Designer
Textile Designer
Fashion Illustrator
Garment Technologist
