Company Name: Design Academy of Fashion Telephone: Fax: Cell Phone: Email: infodaf-academy.co.za Website:
Course Title: Diploma in Fashion Design
The curriculum is supported by relevant role-players in the industry and packed full of up to date information. This ensures that after completion of the 3 year diploma you will meet the entry level requirements to pursue a successful career in the demanding world of fashion.
1. DESIGN CLUSTER
1. Fashion Design
2. Illustration and Colour Theory
3. Computer Illustration and Design
4. Technical Drawing
2. TECHNICAL CLUSTER
1. Pattern Making
2. Garment Construction
3. Grading
3. COMMERCIAL CLUSTER
1. Marketing and Advertising
2. Merchandising and Retail Planning
3. Commercial Buying
4. Micro Business Management
4. CONTEXTUAL CLUSTER
1. Theory of Design
2. Fashion Forecasting and Trend
3. Textile Studies
4. Costume Studies
5. History of Fashion
6. Life Skills
7. Experiential Learning
Portfolios are reviewed on a regular basis. Enrolments are taken until each course is full. There is no strict deadline for applicants but, we recommend that students apply as early as possible, ideally by the end of October.