Fashion and Apparel Design programs are designed to aim at a detailed study of the Fashion Industry ranging from textile making, designing, production, and marketing. Over the course period, students will be taught about technical aspects, designs, and management skills to the advanced levels to meet the current industry requirement. This course aims at developing excellent craftsmen for the industry. After successful completion of the course, students can gather an insight into the existing working environment and culture of the industry.
During this course, students are encouraged to participate in various fashion shows. These shows are generally organized and managed by the famous fashion brands or the students themselves.
What you will focus on?
- Scientific aspects related to various designs.
- Tools and Techniques for crafting new designs.
- Analyzing recent fashion trends.
- Working on old designs.
- Creating unique and aesthetic designs.
Highlights:
| Course Name | Fashion and Apparel Design |
|---|---|
| Course Level |
Undergraduate/Bachelor Degree:
Postgraduate/Master's Degree:
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| Duration |
Undergraduate/Bachelor Degree:
Postgraduate/Master's Degree:
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| Examination Type | Semester wise |
| Eligibility | Varies with Degree |
| Top Recruiters | Textile Companies, Famous Fashion Brands, Apparel Manufacturing Units, Boutiques, Film Industry, Media Houses, Fashion Magazines, Educational Institutions |
| Top Career/Job Profiles | Fashion Designer, Quality Control Manager, Lecturer, Fashion Coordinator, Fashion Stylist, Fashion Merchandiser, etc |
Top Colleges:
- National Institute of Fashion Technology, Mumbai
- National Institute of Design (NID), Gandhi Nagar
- National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad
- Pearl Academy, New Delhi
- National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Bangalore
- National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), New Delhi
- Pearl Academy of Fashion, Jaipur
- Hans Raj College (HRC)
- National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Hyderabad
- Symbiosis Institute of Design (SID), Pune
- Garden City University (GCU)
Eligibility Criteria:
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Course Name |
Duration | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B.Sc in Fashion and Apparel Design | 3 Years |
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| Bachelor in Fashion Design (BAFD) | 4 Years |
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| M.Sc Fashion and Apparel Design | 2 Years |
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Skills Required:
- A good eye for the details.
- Well-developed technical and more creative skills.
- Commercial awareness.
- Communication and interpersonal skills.
Syllabus:
B.Sc in Fashion and Apparel Design
| Subject/Topic Name | Subject/Topic Name |
|---|---|
| Fibre & Yarn Science | Basics of Pattern Making & Sewing |
| Elements of Fashion & Design | Fabric Analysis |
| Basics of Garment Construction | Fashion Art & Design |
| Pattern Making & Clothing Construction | Wet Processing |
| Traditional Textile Art | Historic Costumes |
| Entrepreneurship Development | Fashion Accessories |
| Garment Surface Ornamentation | Apparel Production |
| Textile Testing | Apparel Computer-Aided Design |
| Fashion Business Management | Apparel Quality Assurance |
| Portfolio Presentation | Non-woven & Technical Textiles |
| Apparel Export Documentation | Shop Floor Management |
| Project & Viva Voce | |
M.Sc Fashion and Apparel Design
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Basics of Textile Science | Advanced Textile Science |
| Basics of Design | Creative Designing |
| Garment Construction - 1 | Garment Construction - 2 |
| CAD in Fashion | Surface Ornamentation and Accessory Designing |
| Fashion Merchandising and Retail Management | Business Research Methodology |
| Semester 3 | Semester 4 |
|---|---|
| Fashion Journalism & Photography (Or) Fashion Event Management | Dissertation Project either in the Industry or Research Project in the Institute |
| Non-Woven and Technical Textiles (Or) Apparel Export Documentation | |
| Draping | |
| Portfolio Preparation | |
| Internship |
Bachelor in Fashion and Apparel Design:
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Language I | Language I |
| Language II | Language II |
| Fiber yarn science | Fabric analysis |
| Elements of design fashion | Basics of garment construction |
| Basics of pattern making and sewing | Computer fundamentals |
| Semester 3 | Semester 4 |
|---|---|
| Language I | Language I |
| Language II | Language II |
| Fashion art design | Traditional textiles art |
| Pattern making and clothing | Historic costumes |
| Wet processing | Entrepreneurship development |
| Indian constitution | Environmental studies |
| Semester 5 | Semester 6 |
|---|---|
| Fashion accessories | Apparel quality assurance |
| Garment surface ornamentation | Portfolio presentation |
| Textile testing | Non-woven technical textiles |
| Apparel production | Apparel export documentation |
| Apparel computer-aided design | Shop floor management |
| Fashion business management | Project |
| Semester 7 | Semester 8 |
|---|---|
| Fashion overview | Opportunities and challenges |
| Fashion trade | Export and Import |
| Overview of fashion industry | Domestic trades |
| Fashion retailing | Export promotion |
| Role of professionals in fashion industry | Project review |
Admission Process:
The admission process here generally varies across the colleges here. Most institutes offering the course prefer to admit students based on the performance in the relevant entrance test often followed with a round of personal interviews. Here there is admission is based on the general aptitude for the course which is tested. A few of the institutes also provide direct admission based on the candidate’s performance at the 10+2 level.
Top Entrances:
- Duration of the Exam: 180 minutes/3 hours
- Number of Questions: 150
- Stages of Exam: Written Test, Situation Test, and Group Discussion/Personal Interview
- Registration starts: 1st October onwards
- Exam slots Booking: 15th January - 30th September 2020
- Online Registration/Application with late fee: 11th - 30th October 2020
- Date of CEED 2020 Examination: 17th January 2021 (9:00 am to 12 pm)
- Declaration of Result: 8th March 2021
- Registration starts and end date: 9th September - 30th October 2020
- UCEED 2021 Exam Date: 17th January 2021 (9 AM - 12 PM)
- Result declaration: 10th March 2021
- Duration of Exam: 3 hours
- Mode of Exam: Pen and Paper-based (PBT)
- Mode of Application: Online
Career and Job prospects:
| Career/Job Profile | Average Salary per Annum |
|---|---|
| Fashion Designer | Rs 3 to 8 Lakhs |
| Quality Control Manager | Rs 2.5 to 7 Lakhs |
| Lecturer | Rs 3 to 6 Lakhs |
| Fashion Coordinator | Rs 3 to 8 Lakhs |
| Fashion Stylist | Rs 3 to 12 Lakhs |
| Fashion Merchandiser | Rs 4 to 10 Lakhs |
Top Recruiters:
- Textile Companies
- Famous Fashion Brands
- Apparel Manufacturing Units
- Boutiques
- Film Industry
- Media Houses
- Fashion Magazines
- Educational Institutions
Top Hiring Cities in India
- Mumbai
- New Delhi
- Hyderabad
- Bengaluru
FAQs
Q: What is the difference between Fashion Designer and Fashion Merchandiser?
A: A Fashion Merchandiser is a person who is responsible for stocking merchandise, creating displays, and promoting positive customer experience. However, a Fashion Designer's main job is to designs various merchandise and assists in the production of clothing, shoes, and accessories to identify trends.
Q: What is the duration of a course in Fashion and Apparel Design?
A: The duration of a degree in this course is mentioned below:
- B.Sc in Fashion and Apparel Design: 3 Years
- Bachelor in Fashion Design (BAFD): 4 Years
- M.Sc Fashion and Apparel Design: 2 Years
Q: Which are the good colleges to pursue Fashion and Apparel Design?
A: Some of the top colleges are mentioned below:
- National Institute of Fashion Technology, Mumbai
- National Institute of Design (NID), Gandhi Nagar
- National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad
- Pearl Academy, New Delhi
- National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Bangalore
Q: What is the starting salary in a career in Fashion and Apparel Design?
A: The starting salary is around 2.5 - 3 lakhs per annum.
Q: What is the minimum qualification required for Fashion and Apparel Design?
A: The minimum qualification is mentioned below:
- The student should have completed 10+2 qualification in any discipline from a recognized educational Board.
- Minimum marks should be 55%
