B Des FASHION Design

Focusing primarily on fashion, fashion history and context, the overall course content emphasises the appreciation of context and meaning in the specific field of Fashion design, whilst providing key concepts of fashion evolution and design adaptation. Including theoretical and practical design aspects, the emphasis is placed on research and critical thinking, introducing students to the body of knowledge that supports achievement within a higher education learning environment. Learners are encouraged to record and analyse the key drivers which influence fashion globally, including ecological, environmental, ethical, technological and aesthetic factors.

Students learn about historical and contemporary artists and designers and prepare presentations illustrating how this work inspires and influences current fashion, lifestyle and culture. They are expected to explore and analyse directional influences and challenge methods in fashion forecasting and garment construction. Develop a creative uniqueness by exploring the design process through specific projects.

Establishing individuality in generating concepts is fundamental to developing design ideas and creating a personal visual language to successfully achieving required outcomes in the course. Towards this, learners are encouraged to take the initiative through personal expression and enquiry and utilise their perception and progress to build on creative potential and personal style.

Duration

4 years

Syllabus

  • English Communication
  • General Hindi
  • Environmental Studies
  • Elementary Computer Applications
  • History of Art & Design
  • Fundamentals of Design
  • Visualization & Drawing Techniques
  • Material Studies
  • Design Principles
  • Design Methods
  • Fashion Illustration
  • Fashion and Textiles Materials Understanding
  • Garment Construction Techniques
  • Pattern Drafting in Fashion (Men & Women)
  • CAD in Fashion Design
  • Fashion Merchandising
  • Design Project – Women's wear
  • Industry Exposure
  • Fashion Promotion and Marketing
  • Fashion Forecasting
  • Pattern Construction in Fashion (Indian wear & Draping)
  • Design Project – Indian wear
  • Design Project – Men´s wear
  • Design Project – Adaptive Clothing
  • Electives: Product Photography, Visual Merchandising,
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Brand Development
  • Sustainable Design (Eco Design, Social Cause, Green Marketing) mentored by Industry
  • Advanced Design Studies (Graduation Collection)
  • Design Portfolio
  • Dissertation (Documentation & Visual Presentation)
  • Professional Practice (mentored by Industry during Internship)

Career Opportunities

  • Fashion Designer
  • Fashion Entrepreneur
  • Fashion Illustrator
  • Costume Designer
  • Fashion Brand Manager
  • Fashion Merchandiser
  • Fashion Stylist
  • Fashion Blogger and Trend Analyst
  • Fashion Academician and Researcher
  • Fashion Journalist and Editor

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

We welcome students from around the world and understand that our international students may have special requirements. Email us at admission@archedu.org

Placements

Video

Materialization vs Dematerialization-

Emerging Trends for Society 5.0 Smita Mankad

The designing community holds a huge responsibility to create something worthwhile and valuable for people across the globe.

Reinventing the cultural heritage with modern designs

in the Fashion industry Aditi Mayer

Cultural heritage is an integral part of a person’s identity.