Academy of Design Hong Kong is a specialized fashion institute covering Fashion Design, Styling and Accessory Design. We also provide short courses for hobbyists in Pattern Making & Sewing, Embroidery & Beadwork, Fashion Illustration, Fashion Modelling and Draping.
Advanced CertificateAccessory DesignIntroduction
The Accessory Design Advanced Certificate is a specialist programme. Besides having the fundamentals of design, our students are trained to analyse the market and create products for the 21st century. This will allow them to input their unique perspective in the commercial fashion industry. In the year of study, students will experience the complex stages of designing and making jewelry, footwear, handbags and head wear. Together with a strong business planning, market research and technical skills, our programme offers our students the opportunity to learn in an international environment where they can explore culture and trends on a global level. At the end of the year, our students will have the opportunity to organize and exhibit their work at a fashion show and exhibition. Amongst the audience will be the industry's finest practitioners.
Career prospects
Our Graduates may have vast opportunities in their career path as accessory designers, accessory buyers, merchandisers, fashion illustrators, trend researchers, entrepreneurs, 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. For any queries regarding the interview process feel free to contact us.
Curriculum
Introduction to Accessory and Footwear design.
Fashion Illustration
Textile and Materials
Specifications and Technical drawing
Paper pattern making and sewing
Footwear Design (Menswear, Womenswear, Sports and Childrenswear)
Handbag Design
Jewelry Design
Head wear Design
Fashion Forecasting & Trend Analysis
Embroidery, Beadwork & Fabric Manipulation
Computer Aided Design
Fashion Business, Branding & Merchandising
Final Collection & Fashion Show
Notes: Academy of Design reserves the right to cancel or amend the programme and its content.
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