Course Information & Syllabus
Course Information :
This program prepares a fashion portfolio reference for designers as they begin their fashion design careers. It
highlights essential skills and techniques to help designers become competitive within their chosen markets. By focusing
on both logical and creative solutions, the designer becomes aware of the process of developing the portfolio- from
concept through presentation of the finished product. The students will be encouraged to show initiative, awareness
and perception by developing a creative personal expression & style compiling a fashion portfolio.
Year 1 :
Design Process and Research Findings
Presentation of Portfolio Work as a Statement of Style
Basic Organizational Structure and Traditional Portfolio's
Organization and Contents
Year 2 :
Target Market, Customer Focus and Profile
Presentation Formats, Flats & Specs, Presentation Boards
Computer Application
Components, Techniques and Methodology
Womenswear, Menswear, Childrenswear and Fashion
Accessories Presentations
Coursework & Assessment :
Critical investigation and experimental learning are the approaches which allow students to develop in this unit .
Developing individuality and personal style is fundamental to successfully achieving the outcomes and assessment
criteria . Students will be required to develop a personal style by exploring the design process through projects
written to specific briefs. Group and individual critiques and presentations of work should be encouraged.
Careers :
Illustrators, Portfolio developers, Portfolio specialists, Specialist Fashion Designers, Portfolio Stylists and Artists. 