Highlights: -
Course Name |
Diploma in Fashion Design |
Level |
Diploma |
Duration of the course |
1, 2, or 3 years depending on the institute |
Eligibility |
Minimum 50% in 10+2. |
Education mode |
Full-time, Distance. |
Admission Process |
Merit as well as Entrance Exams |
Entrance Exams |
NIFT, CEED, SMEAT, UCEED, CEE, NID DAT, SEED, UID DAT, AIEED, SMEAT, UPES DAT. |
Fees of the course |
Rs 10,000 - Rs 6.00 Lakhs |
Eligibility Criteria: -
- Candidates must have cleared the class 12th in any stream or its equivalent from a recognised board.
- Candidates must have secured an aggregate score of 45%- 55% in the qualifying exam.
- Candidates may have to clear the Entrance Exam.
Syllabus for Diploma in Fashion Design:
The Diploma in Fashion Design syllabus will vary from college to college, but the course aims and subjects shall remain the same; the subject distribution over the syllabus may differ, but the study matter remains consistent. Nevertheless, candidates should check the official website to know the complete syllabus. Here is a general guide to the Diploma in Fashion Design syllabus design, as commonly followed by Indian colleges:
Semester 1 |
Semester 2 |
Introduction to Fashion Design |
Fashion Illustration |
Basic Design Concepts |
Fashion Design Process |
Textile Science |
Advanced Pattern Making and Draping |
Pattern Making and Garment Construction |
Fashion Marketing and Merchandising |
Computer Applications in Fashion |
Fashion Communication |
Semester 3 |
Semester 4 |
Advanced Garment Construction |
Collection Development |
Fashion Design Specialisations |
Final Collection |
Fashion Entrepreneurship |
Fashion Show Participation |
Internship/Industry Project |
Professional Practices |
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Graduation Project |
Further studies after Diploma in Fashion Design:-
- B.Sc in Fashion Design
- M.Sc in Fashion Design
- M.Des in Fashion Design
- Certificate Courses: Fashion Styling and Image Design, Accessory Design, Fashion Merchandising and Marketing, Fashion Photography, Fashion Business Management and CAD for Fashion Design.
Employment after Diploma in Fashion Design:-
Job Profiles |
Average Salary (Lakhs Per Annum) |
Fashion Designer |
Rs 3.95 - Rs 6.50 LPA |
Design Manager |
Rs 5.00 - Rs 10.00 LPA |
Fashion Analyst |
Rs 4.00 - Rs 9.00 LPA |
Fashion Stylist |
Rs 4.30 - Rs 9.39 LPA |
Graphic Designer |
Rs 3.00 - Rs 10.00 LPA |
Apparel Quality Manager |
Rs 5.00 - Rs 9.00 LPA |
Pattern Designer |
Rs 3.00 - Rs 11.00 LPA |
FAQs
- Is Fashion Designing hard?
The Fashion Designing course takes many years to complete and then some years to sharpen your skills and expertise. It is very important to stick with the course with determination and persistence to get the desired results.
- Is Fashion Designing a good career?
Fashion Designing is a great career. It depends upon the path and specialty you choose. You can decide whether you want to work as an employee, build your own brand, or become a freelancer.
- Who is the no 1 designer in India?
Manish Malhotra is the number one designer in India.
- Name some companies hiring Diploma in Fashion Design graduates?
The companies which offers employment opportunities to Diploma in Fashion Design candidates are:
- Myntra
- GAD Fashions
- Tanishq
- Nalli Silk International
- Malabar Gold & Diamonds
Other specialisation in Diploma: -
Diploma in Interior Design, Diploma in Apparel Design, Diploma in Web Design, Diploma in Textile Design, Diploma in Jewellery Design, Diploma in Game Design.