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Fashion Arts Diploma

This program has been designed to produce graduates with the highly desirable combination of creative flair and technical competence. This is achieved throughout the program by developing both creative ability and an awareness of technological and business applications.

The Fashion Arts Diploma Program is a 2-year program. In both years (9 months each year) Classes consist of 24 hours of class instruction and a minimum 6 hours of Directed Study per week. In general, it is necessary for students to complete the entire program over a two-year period to maximize the scope and depth of study in this highly structured and comprehensive program. Classes are offered 3.5 - 4 days/week, 9am to 5pm. A Fashion Arts Diploma is awarded to those who complete this program. Graduates can transfer credits to other design programs based on transcript/portfolio strengths.

For a detailed program guide, email fashion@vcc.ca, call 604.443.8484 or visit our Website: www.vcc.ca/FashionArts

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Program Description

Required Courses:




Admission Requirements

General

VCC welcomes applications from Canadian citizens, permanent residents and international students.

Exceptions
Convention refugees as designated by the federal government;

Foreign live-in caregivers;

Individuals with work permits valid for at least one year, covering the duration of studies; or those with Approval in Principle letters from Citizenship and Immigration Canada;

Legal dependents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents (certain conditions apply);

Diplomats and their direct dependents;

International exchange students.

VCC will require proof of citizenship, residency, diplomatic or refugee status. Please see VCC's policy relating to admission for non-citizens and non-residents for more information.

International students
VCC welcomes international students from around the world to the college's academic or career programs.

To learn more about the English-language requirements for your program of interest, please contact VCC International; to learn more about how to apply, please see the VCC International website.

We look forward to meeting you.


As Vancouver Community College is a post-secondary institution committed to educating adult learners, applicants should be 18 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school.

Program Specific:

Grade 12 or equivalent (waived if mature student), English 12 with a "C" grade or equivalent, completed application form, 2 recommendation letters, letter of introduction, and successful portfolio assessment and interview.



Apply to this Program

Complete Fashion Arts Program application form. Applicants are selected for interview based on information provided in the application and must provide a portfolio of general design/artwork and garments. Acceptance into the program is based on past fashion experience, future goals, commitment and quality/quantity of work presented. Non-refundable $30 application fee must be submitted with the application form.

Application deadline May 31 for September start.

Deadline extended to June 7 for September start

Contact Information:

Program Coordinator: Judy Ho, 604.443.8387, judyho@vcc.ca

Program Assistant: Kevin Coutts, 604.443.8677, kcoutts@vcc.ca

    Fax     In Person
Download and complete the (PDF) application form and fax to 604-443-8393. Visit the Registration Desk at our Downtown campus, 2nd floor, 250 West Pender Street, Vancouver [map].

Business hours
Monday - Thursday
9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

- Refund and course cancellation policy


Courses

Currently scheduled:
Course Name Course Code Course Type
Adv Fashion Show Preparation FASH 2314 required
Block Construction FASH 1102 required
Collection Design 1 FASH 1312 required
Collection Design 2 FASH 2113 required
Collection Manufacture/Studio FASH 2310 required
Computer Aided Drafting 1 FASH 2114 required
Computer Applications FASH 1111 required
Costume History FASH 1113 required
Couture Sewing FASH 2112 required
Designer Patterns and Toiles FASH 2111 required
Draping Techniques FASH 2110 required
Fabric and Textile Studies FASH 1115 required
Fashion Marketing & Promotion FASH 1405 required
Fashion Prof Practices 1 FASH 1171 required
Illustration and Design 1 FASH 1112 required
Illustration and Design 2 FASH 1210 required
Industrial Sewing Techniques FASH 1212 required
Introduction to Fashion FASH 1110 required
Pattern Drafting Practical 1 FASH 1310 required
Pattern Drafting Practical 2 FASH 2115 required
Pattern Drafting Theory FASH 1211 required
Personal Block Construction FASH 1214 required
Portfolio Design 2 FASH 2312 required
Product Development FASH 1252 required
Sewn Product Techniques FASH 1114 required
Studio Lab A FASH 1315 required
Studio Lab B FASH 2116 required
Studio Lab D FASH 2313 required
Tailoring Techniques FASH 1311 required
Technical Fashion Drawing 1 FASH 1213 required
Technical Fashion Drawing 2 FASH 1314 required
Textile Surface Design & Lab FASH 1313 required


Note:

* All course/program information including course/program content, length, admission requirements, prerequisites, start/end dates, postponements and/or cancellation is subject to change without notice.

* Published fees for Continuing Studies programs and courses include GST (if applicable) as well as a College Initiative Fee, which varies depending on the individual course. Student Union Fees will be assessed at time of registration. Please note: fees displayed on the web do not include Student Union Fees.


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