Join the Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design at Fanshawe College! Develop creative and technical skills while enjoying co-op experiences. Apply now!
Program Description This three-year advanced diploma program positions students at the forefront of Canadian fashion, providing a supportive and nurturing environment to develop their skills in both the creative and technical aspects of the fashion industry. At the heart of the program is a focus on ethical, sustainable fashion and human-centred design. Students will develop skills in creative design, visual communication, business marketing and apparel production technologies. They will also learn practical skills like fashion illustration, computer aided design, pattern-making and draping and garment construction. The third year of study culminates with a capstone project, where students concept, produce and present a final collection. Students will apply their skills throughout the program in a combination of lab work, field trips, and working semester experiences, as well as in a variety of research opportunities. Fanshawe College’s faculty are committed to research opportunities through industry and community partnerships that move the industry forward. With these experiences, students will graduate with a professional portfolio and the skills to work in a variety of jobs in the fashion and apparel industry.
