Duration

Full-time diploma programmes are offered over a minimum of two years.

Description

MGI’s Diploma in Fashion Design is ideal for students who are talented and interested in the field of fashion. The programme offers students an educational experience associated with apparel design, in an environment that stimulates intellectual and creative thought. Students are provided with a solid grounding in the main concepts of Fashion Design as the curriculum includes a broad practical component, culminating in a major project and participation in a formal fashion show or exhibition, which forms part of the second year curriculum/qualification structure.

Qualification structure

Level 1

Students are introduced to the basic principles of fashion design.

• Pattern Construction I
• Drawing for Fashion I
• Design and Illustration I
• History of Fashion I
• Apparel Construction I
• Textiles I
• Fashion Buying I
• Finishing Techniques I

Level 2

Students develop an intermediate level of knowledge and skills in Fashion Design.

• Pattern Construction II
• Apparel Construction II
• History of Fashion II
• Textiles II
• General Practice II
• Garment Construction and Technology II
• Design and Illustration II
• Fashion Buying and Retail
• Finishing Techniques II

Students who successfully complete Levels 1 and 2 are awarded the MGI Diploma in Fashion Design.

Career options

• Fashion Designer
• Pattern-maker
• Illustrator
• Stylist