Fanshawe College

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Fashion Design

Fanshawe College

Faculty:School of Design
Degree:Diploma; Co-op; University Transfer
Field of Study:Fashion/Apparel Design
Course Based:Yes
Length:3 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $4,631
International: $16,667
Careers:Theatre, Fashion, Exhibit and Other Creative Designers

Description:

Fashion Design is a three year co-operative Ontario College Advanced Diploma program providing professional career-directed training in the development, production management and marketing of apparel design. Through classroom theory, lecture, lab work, field trips and work term experience, skills are applied. Networking with industry professionals promotes future employment opportunities. Emphasis is placed on design analysis, apparel manufacturing and technology, and design communications and marketing. Skills such as fashion illustration, computer-aided design, pattern-making and draping, and garment construction techniques are taught, and supported by studies of textile technology, historical research, manufacturing processes and applied computerized technology in the fashion industry. The program fosters creative and independent problem solving in students, preparing them for a future in the various sectors of the rapidly changing fashion industry.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
  •  Grade11 Mathematics 
OSSD with courses from the College (C), University (U), University/College (M), or Open (O) stream WITH:

- Any Grade 12 English (C) or (U)

- Any Grade 11 or Grade 12 Mathematics* (C), (U), or (M)

OR

Academic and Career Entrance Certificate (ACE)

OR

Ontario High School Equivalency Certificate (GED) AND:

- Any Grade 11 or Grade 12 Mathematics* (C), (U), or (M)

OR

Mature Applicant with standing in the required courses stated above
Test Scores:
  • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 5.5] or Pearson Test of English (Academic) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 79]

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on March 07, 2023