Fashion Design and Portfolio

INTRODUCTION

The fashion design and portfolio advanced certificate is a portfolio oriented programme. Besides learning the importance of design, our students are expected to generate a portfolio and a unique design personality which will allow them to express their perspective, technical skills, market research and design planning. Throughout the year students will experience the complex stages of designing and producing a garment. Our programme offers our students the opportunity to learn in an international environment where they can explore global cultures and trends. At the end of the year, our students will have the opportunity to exhibit their work at a fashion show and exhibition organized by the AOD. Amongst the audience will be the industry’s finest practitioners.

CURRICULUM

• Introduction to Fashion design
• Paper pattern making and sewing
• Fashion illustration
• Fashion trend research, branding & marketing
• Textile and materials
• Garment construction & Production Drawing
• Contemporary daywear design
• Wedding Dress & Evening wear design
• Accessory design
• Computer aided design
• Final Collection & Fashion Show

CAREER PROSPECTS

Graduates maybe employed as fashion designers, fashion illustrators, accessories designers, fashion buyers, fashion visual merchandisers, fashion editors, etc…

REQUIREMENTS

The advanced certificate is a one year part-time programme and is available in English and Cantonese.  Students with a good command of English are eligible to apply to the English programme.  Applicants will be required to bring along their design or art portfolio for an interview.