Fashion Design and Production

CREDENTIAL: Diploma

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Expand your creative and technical skills for the fashion and apparel industry by gaining hands-on experience in conception, design, production, and sales through a self-directed garment project.

Tuition: 35919*

Credential: Diploma

Length: 2 0 years

Hours: Full-time

Delivery: Class-based

Campus: Downtown Downtown

Start Dates: Sep

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What you will learn

Fashion production
Technical illustration (Illustrator, Photoshop)
Pattern drafting
Computer aided drafting (CAD) and digitization with Gerber
Draping
Knit garments
Lined dresses
Office attire
Pattern grading and size ranges
Niche body types
Fabric properties, testing, and sourcing
Textile industry ethics
Fashion industry issues and trends
Fashion history and culture
Precision drawing
Professional hand and machine sewing
Textile print and dye techniques
Garment construction
Creative vision
Branding and marketing
Final runway collection or product line
Manufacturing specifications
Business skills
Overseas production
Website design and e-commerce
Professional communication

What to expect

Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion

The Fashion Design & Production Diploma has 28 courses (1417.5 hours) and students must successfully complete all courses in this program to be eligible for the diploma.

There are two options for completion:

Two-year program. This is a full-time, daytime offering. After successfully completing the nineteen courses in Year One and with completion of a 120-hour work experience, students will have the foundational skills to opt for a Fashion Design & Production Certificate exit. Continuing onto Year Two, students will apply skills to a self-directed garment project and learn industry specific software: successful completion of the final nine courses will produce the Fashion Design & Production Diploma.
Three-year program. The first two years are a part-time, daytime offering. After successfully completing nineteen courses over two years and with completion of a 120-hour work experience, students will have the foundational skills to opt for a Fashion Design & Production Certificate exit. Alternatively, for the third year, students can transfer to the full-time, program to complete the final nine courses, in which they will apply skills to a self-directed garment project and learn industry specific software. Successful completion of the final nine courses will result in the Fashion Design & Production Diploma. Entry into the full-time final year must be done within two years of completing the first nineteen courses.

The maximum allowable completion time is five years for both completion options.

Mandatory attendance
Practical labs and demonstrations
Team activities
Computer work
Field trips
Independent learning
Student presentations
Individual and group projects
Written exams
Research assignments
Self-assessments
Portfolio creation
Lectures, seminars, videos
120-hour industry practicum

Admission requirements

Program-specific

Admission is a competitive selection based on the following criteria:

Grade 12 graduation, or equivalent
English 12 (C grade), or equivalent
Letter of Intent (500 words or less)
Two Letters of Reference
Portfolio:
- Two pieces of original artwork
- Sketch book including a minimum of 20 fashion-related drawings
- Two sewn items
Interview with selection committee

VCC recognizes that some applicants may not possess a detailed portfolio or sewing experience. A demonstrated interest in fashion through hobby, education, portfolio, or work experience are acknowledged and seriously considered by the department. These applicants will still need to submit all other documentation, participate in an interview, and potentially take sewing and/or drawing courses prior to starting the program.

General

Seats are offered to applicants who have met all admission requirements, on a first-qualified, first-served basis.
International applicants must be 17 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
Applicants must submit official transcripts and educational documents as required by their course or program.
All VCC applicants are required to function successfully in an English-speaking classroom. English requirements vary by program. For details, visit VCC International - English Requirements.

Recommended Characteristics

Imagination and creativity
An aesthetic point of view
Comfort with a fast paced environment
Good communication skills, both verbal and written
The ability to receive, consider, and incorporate feedback
The ability to work well with a wide variety of people
Motivation, curiosity, and research-orientation
Demonstrated interest in fashion
Comfort and proficiency with basic computer systems and software

Courses *

This program can be completed in two to three years.

Prior learning assessment and recognition

VCC recognizes Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) as one of multiple pathways for students to complete their individual course of study.

PLAR is available for some courses in this program and will be assessed by the Department according to standardized practice and using one or more of the following components: project, professional portfolio, demonstration, and/or interview.

See Course Outlines for availability.

PLAR fees for every course apply without exception. The maximum number of credits of PLAR that a student may receive towards the diploma is 32.5.

Plan of Study Grid
Term One		Credits
FSHN 1101	Fashion Cycle 1	1.5
FSHN 1103	Fashion Cycle 2	1.5
FSHN 1105	Fashion Fundamentals	1.5
FSHN 1107	Illustration and Design 1	2
FSHN 1109	Pattern Drafting 1	2
FSHN 1111	Sewing Techniques 1	2
FSHN 1113	Draping	2
	Credits	12.5
Term Two
FSHN 1201	Fashion Cycle 3	1.5
FSHN 1203	Fashion Cycle 4	1.5
FSHN 1205	Fashion History	1.5
FSHN 1207	Illustration and Design 2	2
FSHN 1209	Pattern Drafting 2	2
FSHN 1211	Sewing Techniques 2	2
FSHN 1215	Tech Fashion Illustration 1	1.5
	Credits	12
Term Three
FSHN 1301	Fashion Cycle 5	3
FSHN 1305	Fashion Marketing	1.5
FSHN 1313	Fabric and Textile Studies	2
FSHN 1315	Tech Fashion Illustration 2	3
FSHN 1319	Textile Surface Design	2
	Credits	11.5
Term Four
FSHN 2101	Fashion Cycle: Project Preview	2
FSHN 2103	Fashion Cycle: Project Final	9
FSHN 2105	Business Planning	1.5
FSHN 2109	Computer Aided Drafting	2
FSHN 2115	Website Design and Ecommerce	1.5
	Credits	16
Term Five
FSHN 2205	Overseas Production	1.5
FSHN 2209	Pattern Grading	2
FSHN 2215	Fashion Portfolio	2
	Credits	5.5
Term Six
FSHN 2321	Work Experience for Fashion Design	4.5
	Credits	4.5
	Total Credits	62

* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Fees and other costs *

Tuition deposits are payable usually within three weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued.

Tuition Deposit	10250 (10000 non-refundable) Tution deposits are payable usually within two (2) weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued.

Tuition Deposit

10250 (10000 non-refundable)

Tution deposits are payable usually within two (2) weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued.

Fee description	Fee Amount	Notes
Application fee	145
Tuition Tuition	35919	Breakdown Tuition Breakdown 0 - 1 0 - 2 0 - 3 0 - 4 0 - 5
Student union	410
College initiative	153
Materials	555	not including textbooks
Campus resource	360
Laundry	0
Tools (deposit)	0
Coverall (deposit)	0
Uniform (deposit)	0
Medical and Dental	421
Temporary Medical Insurance	149
U-PASS	812
Graduation	40
Program-specific extra fees	0
Total

* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable.

Fees listed are for international students. For domestic programs, visit vcc.ca.

Any refunds are issued according to VCC's international refund policy.

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