Description

The Fashion Design & Production Diploma prepares students for career success and further education in the fashion and apparel industries by developing creative and technical skills and knowledge, and providing industry experience. Fundamental skills are put into immediate context through a series of five fashion cycles that allows students to experience a fast-paced production process, from design conception to sales. In the second year, students use their fashion cycle experiences and foundational skills to complete a self-directed garment project.

Admission Requirements

Grade 12 graduation English proficiency requirement: - English 12 with a C or higher, or - Academic IELTS 6.5 (With no band less than 6.0), or - TOEFL iBT 80 (Listening 20, Speaking 20, Reading 20, Writing 20) Letter of Intent (500 words or less) Resume Two Letters of Reference 2 pieces of original artwork with accompanying description Sketch book Two sewn items Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Program Credential Diploma

Program Length 2 years

Start Date / Intakes September

Campus Location Downtown

Credits 62

Total Tuition Fee $30,670 for 2 years

Tuition Deposit $8,100 ($5,000 of the tuition deposit is non-refundable)

Fashion Design & Production Diploma

Competitive Selection Basis After successful portfolio assessment and interview, students may be offered seats in the program.

Application Period

How to Apply Check http://www.vcc.ca/international/future-students/how-to-apply/ for information about how to apply.

Intake Applications Open Early Application Deadline (Applicants do not have a valid Study Permit)

Final Application Deadline

(Applicants already have a valid Study Permit)

September October 1 April 30 July 31

Career Prospects

Students will graduate with the ability to pursue entrepreneurship, or a career in small or large sized companies, and they will be familiar with both local and offshore production cycles. They will be equipped with the core knowledge and research skills required to adapt to a variety of needs and situ-ations. Integrated practicums will allow students to graduate with real-life experience and a solid foundation for their professional network. New graduates will be qualified to work as Design Assistant, Pattern Assistant, Production Assistant, Quality Assurance Associate, Sample Sewer, and Entrepreneur, among others.

Courses

Classes are offered from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., 3.5 to 4 days per week (subject to change).

Tuition fees and other fees are approximate and subject to change due to yearly increases without notice. Students will be

required to pay increased rates if the fees change at any time during the period of enrolment in the program. Tuition and

other fees are payable on a continuous basis based on the courses in each program and when those courses are scheduled.

Application and assessment fees are non-refundable.

All program information including tuition and other fees, course/program content, length, admission requirements, prereq-

uisites, start/end dates, postponements and/or cancellation is subject to change without notice.

Term 1 Fashion Cycle 1 Fashion Cycle 2 Fashion Fundamentals Illustration and Design 1 Pattern Drafting 1 Sewing Techniques 1 Draping

Term 2 Fashion Cycle 3 Fashion Cycle 4 Fashion History Illustration and Design 2 Pattern Drafting 2 Sewing Techniques 2 Technical Fashion Illustration 1

Term 3 Fashion Cycle 5 Fashion Marketing Fabric and Textile Studies Technical Fashion Illustration 2 Textile Surface Design

Term 4 Fashion Cycle: Project Preview Fashion Cycle: Project Final Business Planning Computer Aided Drafting Website Design and E-Commerce

Term 5 Fashion Cycle: Project Final (cont’d) Overseas Production Pattern Grading Fashion Portfolio

Term 6 Practicum

Total Program Fees: $36,160 (approximately)

Total program fees include tuition fees, college initiative fees, student union fees, extended health and medical insurance fees, U-Pass, graduation fees, campus resource fees and other fees payable to VCC. For the breakdown of fees, please visit www.vcc.ca/international and check individual program pages for details.