International Linkages

Edexcel, formally known as London Examinations, solely offers the highly respected BTEC qualifications for Vocational Education. All of Edexcel's qualifications are accredited by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA), and are regulated through OfQual, both, bodies of the UK Government. All Edexcel qualifications are designed as per the Qualifications and Curriculum Framework, which promises the most robust and flexible learning methodologies and offer the most evolved route for progression into further studies in India, overseas or into employment.

The ARCH Academy of Design in collaboration with Edexcel, the largest awarding body of the UK, offers international qualifications in the field of Art and Design. Edexcel, formally known as London Examinations, solely offers the highly respected BTEC qualifications for Vocational Education. All of Edexcel's qualifications are accredited by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA), and are regulated through OfQual, both, bodies of the UK Government. All Edexcel qualifications are designed as per the Qualifications and Curriculum Framework, which promises the most robust and flexible learning methodologies and offer the most evolved route for progression into further studies in India, overseas or into employment.

BTECs are work-related qualifications, suitable for a wide range of students, and are designed to accommodate the needs of employers as well as allowing progression to university in multiple countries. Edexcel offers over 5500 qualifications in various sectors, ranging from Art and Design to Aerospace Engineering.

BTEC level 5 Higher National Diploma (HND) qualification is equivalent to the 2nd year of a graduation programme, and enables the student to progress directly into the final year to complete a graduate degree in the UK if he so wishes. The BTEC Level 7 in Strategic Management and Leadership is equivalent to the 1st year of Post Graduation and can progress to any University in the UK to culminate in a Post Graduate Degree (MBA).

Both Level 5 & Level 7 can also progress directly into employment

ARCH will offer the Edexcel BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma (HND) in Art & Design covering the following programmes-

• Fashion Design  (Level 5 HND Fashion and Textiles)
• Textile Product Design  (Level 5 HND Fashion and Textiles)
• Interior Design (Level 5 HND 3D Design)
• Jewellery Design  (Level 5 HND 3D Design)
• Craft Product Design (Level 5 HND 3D Design)
• Lifestyle Accessory Design  (Level 5 HND 3D Design)
• Graphic Design  (Level 5 HND Graphic Design )
• Design Communication  (Level 5 HND Graphic Design )

Covering Design Management, ARCH will also offer the Edexcel BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership

Arch is an Associate Member of IFFTI (The International Foundation of Fashion Technology Institutes), which was registered as a Society on 14th October 1999 at New Delhi, India. Since then, IFFTI has grown into the most comprehensive and prestigious international organization representing leading institutions offering higher education in the areas of design, technology and business in the field of fashion. IFFTI has set the standard for fashion education throughout the world. The Foundation presently comprises 35 members from 19 countries. IFFTI Member Institutions participate in Annual Conferences and collaborate with each other in bilateral agreements and many professional development activities.

IFFTI Aims to –

• advance education and research in fashion design, technology, and business and related industries
• serve as an international forum for the exchange of ideas and collaborations fashion design, technology, and business and related industries
• promote the interests of students of Member Institutions by involving them in the activities of the Foundation
• foster the development of fashion and related industries internationally

As an Associate Member, ARCH Academy of Design benefits by being an observer to all activities of IFFTI towards while providing worthwhile educational and related facilities for the student community in one or more areas of Design, Technology and Business for Fashion related Industry.

To foster the development of fashion and related industries internationally

As part of its ambition to progress in Industry Oriented Design Education, ARCH has acquired membership of The International Council of Societies of Industrial Design (ICSID), a non-profit organization promoting the profession of industrial design, Founded in 1957, ICSID is an international platform with over 50 nations as members to express and share views related with Design. Since its inception, the organization has continued to develop its wide-reaching network of students and professional devoted to the recognition, success and growth of the industrial design community. Together, professional associations, promotional societies, educational institutions, government bodies and corporations create a comprehensive and diverse system of industrial design education to advance the discipline at an international level.

This ICSID membership provides ARCH with the benefits of:-

• exchanging ideas and connectivity with other members of the Council
• access to the resources available with the ICSID Council in order to enable research and collaborative explorations
• understanding new methodology in pedagogy for creation of course structure towards sustainable design development
• gaining assistance for various projects undertaken by the Academy

ARCH is a member of The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA).

The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA) was established in April 2006, receiving funding support from the Innovation & Technology Commission, HKSAR Government. HKRITA is also supported by institutes, companies and associations in the textiles and clothing industry in Hong Kong, Mainland China and other countries. 

The key role of HKRITA is to foster research, development and technology transfer in the textiles and clothing industry

The association with HKRITA benefits ARCH by providing :

• Access to basic project information being carried out by HKRITA
• Access to the R & D Projects Database
• Updated news on emerging technology and industry trends
• A listing on HKRITA website with hyperlink to the company’s / association’s website

Joint networking activities with HKRITA

Textila Gymnasiet, Sweden
The ARCH Academy of Design has signed MOUs to promote partnership with institutions focused on Research, Development of New Curriculum, Progression Routes Towards Higher Education, and Staff Development Programmes in the area of Fashion and Design.

ARCH is engaged with Textila Gymnasiet, Stockholm, Sweden and Cardonald College, Glasgow, Scotland for Student Exchange Programmes for the next three years. The Partnerships cooperate in the areas of Fashion, Textile and Jewellery Design through sharing of best practices and identification of opportunities for collaboration. The MOUs also provide opportunities for Staff Development (Faculty Exchange).

Scotland- Jaipur Partnership Development Fund
Cardonald College, Glasgow and ARCH Academy of Design have received funding from the British Council, Scotland to develop links in knowledge & understanding of common curriculum areas within Fashion, Textile & Jewellery Design under the Scotland- Jaipur Partnership Development Fund. The funding is to initiate new partnerships under the head of “Creative Industries”, and is intended to become self-sustainable.


Prime Ministers Initiative for International Education (PMI2)
In order to build strategic alliances and partnerships, with UK under the Prime Ministers Initiative for International Education (PMI2) of the British Council, ARCH in partnership with Doncaster College had received funding for the Staff Exchange Program and Skill Transfer between the two institutions.