Course Information
Description
The International Foundation Diploma in Fashion Design and Marketing is a diagnostic foundation programme. This programme ensures that students have the necessary skill-set and knowledge to confidently apply for a Degree programme in the discipline of Fashion.
The aims of the course are:
- To offer a holistic introduction to Fashion Design and Marketing, combining technical expertise, industry awareness, design process understanding and visual communication skills.
- To provide basic 2D and 3D design skills: sketching, technical drawing, colouring, fabric handling, drafting, draping, sewing and finishing.
- To provide a sound knowledge base of concepts in Fashion Design, Fashion Marketing and Branding, Fashion Communication and Fashion Management.
- To provide the guidance to create a portfolio - suitable to apply for Bachelor of Arts programmes in Fashion-related disciplines - that shows creative research, wide cultural references, concept development, design development through mixed media work including digital work.
- To provide first-hand experience of the Fashion Industry through live projects with industry partners, participation in local and international competitions, industry visits and events.
Award
Students who have successfully completed all coursework and examinations will be awarded the International Foundation Diploma in Fashion Design and Marketing.
*Part-time is not available till further notice
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be of age 14 and above and must possess ONE of the following entrance requirements:
- At least 1 GCE 'O' Level Pass*
- NITEC / Higher NITEC qualification
- International applicants must have completed 10 years of foreign formal education
- Mature candidates (≥30 years old with 8 years relevant work experience)
- At least 1 ‘IGCSE’ Level Pass
*English language subject is not applicable
English Language Requirements
Applicants are required to possess one of the following:
- C6 pass in English at GCE ‘O’ level or equivalent
- Achieve a minimum band of 5.5 in IELTS or equivalent
- Pass the English Entrance Test conducted by MDIS
- MDIS Professional Certificate in English
- 1 ‘IGCSE’ Level Pass (either English 1st language or 2nd language)
- Online English Placement Test conducted by MDIS
- Letter from College/University clearly stating the Medium of Instruction of the highest qualification to be English
- Achieve a minimum score of 85 and above in Duolingo English Test
Student Pass Application
International students are required to apply for a student pass if he/she wishes to study full-time in Singapore. Please visit https://www.mdis.edu.sg/student-pass-application for detailed information.
Career Opportunities
Information not available
Modules
- Fashion Design Skills
- Fashion Marketing Skills
- Marketing Theory and Fashion Business
- Fashion Drawing & Colour Theory
- Digital Design Techniques
- Fabrics & Material Analysis
All assessment is based on 100% coursework/projects
The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 100 (lecture)
The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 40 (tutorial)
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