Course details
The Diploma in Fashion Design introduces you to fundamental design skills through a range of exciting creative projects which will build your knowledge of the design, research and construction processes, 2D development, fabrics, and garment construction. The first semester serves as a foundation, introducing the skills you will need in studying fashion as part of the Visual Arts. The second semester focuses on introducing all the elements of the discipline of fashion, from creative design practice and pattern-making, to fashion communication and garment construction. During your second year, you will be introduced to the industry through projects, visits and guest speakers. Your skills will be tested not only by the curriculum, but also through national and international competitions. You will also have opportunities to undertake textile printing and fabric manipulation.
In your third year, you will have the opportunity to design, develop and produce a collection of outfits which will promote your look and aspirations for fashion to an external audience.
Learning outcomes
- Analyse the fashion design landscape
- Use research skills and analysis methods in order to produce a range of fashion products relevant to set assignments
- Formulate concepts appropriate to set assignments in the form of 2D and 3D fashion product
- Manage your own learning – evaluate your own progress – work inpidually or in teams
- Communicate the design and research process effectively through verbal presentations
- Utilise appropriate technology and 3D skills in the production of your work
COURSE MODULES
- ACR1000 Language Arts
- ACR2000 Singapore Arts Scene
- ACR3000 Career Skills
- VAF1001 Drawing Fundamentals
- VAF1011 2D Fundamentals
- VAF1021 3D Fundamentals
- VAF1031 Creative Thinking
- VAF1041 Introduction to Visual Arts
- VAF1051 Arts in Practice
- DFS1201 History of Fashion
- DFS1202 Fashion Illustration
- DFS1211 Pattern Making Basic
- DFS1212 Sewing Basic
- DFS1213 Fashion Details
- DFS1214 Textile Fundamentals
- DFS1215 Computerised Technical Drawing
- DFS2111 Research Methodology – Investigative Research
- DFS2112 Pattern Making Intermediate I
- DFS2113 Sewing Intermediate I
- DFS2114 Computerised Apparel Design
- DFS2121 Fashion Design Basic
- DFS2122 Draping Basic
- DFS2212 Pattern Making Intermediate II
- DFS2213 Sewing Intermediate II
- DFS2221 Fashion Design Intermediate
- DFS2222 Draping Intermediate
- DFS3111 Research Methodology – Collective Research
- DFS3121 Fashion Design Collection I
- DFS3122 Pattern Making Collection I
- DFS3123 Sewing Collection I
- DFS3221 Fashion Design Collection II and Critique
- DFS3222 Pattern Making Collection II
- DFS3223 Sewing Collection II
- DFS2103 Textile Decoration*
- DFS2211 Computerised Techniques – Pattern Design, Gerber AccuMark*
- DFS2203 Textile Manipulation*
- DFS2201 Fashion Forecast*
- DFS2232 Fashion Branding*
- DFS3102 E-commerce for Fashion Business*
- DFS3113 Portfolio Development (2D and Digital)*
- DFS3211 Fashion Communication*
- DFS3202 Fashion Entrepreneurship*
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
NAFA hopes to attract applicants with the potential to become excellent arts practitioners. Applicants are selected by merit, based on the following criteria:
- Potential in Artistic Talent and Creativity
- Educational Qualification
- Language Proficiency
- Special Factor in recognition of the applicants’ achievements relevant to the course
Selection is competitive and is subject to the availability of places. However, the Academy may give consideration to talented applicants who excel in Artistic Talent and Creativity, but have not fully met the educational qualifications stated.
- Potential in Artistic Talent and Creativity
- Educational Qualifications - Singapore
- Educational Qualifications - International
- Language Proficiency
- Special Factor
- Age Requirement
- Module Exemption
- Applicants with Special Educational Needs
POTENTIAL CAREERS
Upon completion of this course, you may look forward to the following career options:
- Costume Designer
- Fashion Designer
- Fashion Journalist
- Fashion Photographer Assistant
- Fashion Research Team
- Fashion Stylist
- Garment Production Team
- Garment Technologist
- Pattern Cutter / Patternmaker
- Textile Designer
- Wardrobe Officer
Course Location
About Nanyang Academy Of Fine Arts
NAFA currently has eight Departments: 3D Design, Arts Management and Education, Design and Media, Fine Art, Fashion Studies, Dance, Music and Theatre. The Academy conducts a comprehensive range of full-time diploma courses and delivers degree programmes in partnership with reputable universities from Singapore and the UK. Courses are taught by an international faculty of academics and leading arts practitioners who are passionate about imparting lifelong skills in the arts. Courses are designed to enable students to think critically, creatively and independently and at the same time master important technical skills in a disciplined and structured pace. Engagement and partnerships with industry, the arts community and cultural organisations are regular features and part of the learning process to help our students acquire a repertoire of complex skills-set and knowledge.
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