Programme Offered: Bachelor of Design (B.Des) – Fashion Design

Duration: 4 years (8 Semesters) 

Affiliation: University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram

Approved by AICTE, New Delhi

Course Introduction 

Bachelor of Design (B.Des) – Fashion Design is an Undergraduate programme of 4-year duration. The Bachelor of Design educates students to have a voice in the development of a sustainable fashion world. The programme provides students with experiences using established and emerging technologies in a collaborative atmosphere, where integration is perceived as the driver for creative and innovative design. The programme teaches that it is the responsibility of the designer to integrate design elements within appropriate social, cultural, ethical, and environmental contexts. In their courses, students re-imagine the boundaries of everyday life and bring a new dimension to objects, graphics, environments, ceramics, jewelry, and textiles. The programme encourages students to adopt innovative approaches by challenging conventional applications of materials, systems, processes, and technologies.

The Bachelor of Design (B.Des) programme has an integrated approach to design. Rather than producing specialists, graduates are flexible with a broad range of skills allowing them to work across a wide range of design disciplines. Fashion Design provides a holistic input on generic design with a more focused approach towards apparel. This inculcates in students the ability to develop and channel creativity. The curriculum hones design sensitization, which balances global fashion aesthetics with an Indian soul.

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

Bachelor of Design (B.Des) – Fashion Design is a four year (8 Semesters) full-time programme that employs the best practices and methods that will guide the students to discover and explore the style and talent they can offer to high-profile industries.

The rapid changes due to globalization, advanced technology and communication are affecting the nature of science at large. Fashion Design which is, continuously evolving belongs to and is conditioned by the country’s socio-cultural and economic environment. Suspended between tradition and modernity, craftsmanship and industrialization, design education in India is two-fold trust harnessing available human, material and technological resources on the one hand and aligning itself with global trends and influences on the other

AIMS OF THE PROGRAMME

  • To develop young and sensitive designers in the field of fashion. 
  • To provide professional fashion education in line with national and international industry practices.
  • To bridge idealism with reality by focusing on innovation and excellence.
  • To create sustainable designs with emphasis on economic, ecological & social values.
  • To provide specialized platforms to bring out their creativity.
  • To prepare students for the challenges of design entrepreneurship

Course Summary

First Year (Foundation Programme)

To meet the dynamics of fashion education, a Foundation Programme, designed to orient and sensitise students towards understanding of the fundamentals of fashion business namely design, technology and management in a sociocultural perspective. The programme focus is to build the base for future learning of the design and technology function.

Second Year

Introduces students to various aspects of Fashion Design education through subjects like Fashion Illustration and Design, Fashion Studies, Elements of Textiles, Surface Development Techniques, Design Process, History of Design & Fashion, Pattern Making, Draping and Garment Construction which culminate into development of prototypes. Students are given hands on exposure to the craft heritage of the country.

Third Year

Builds on the learning from the previous year by strengthening and building on departmental specialization. The focus is on greater exposure to the complexities and nuances of various segments of the apparel industry. An industry internship is an invaluable experience for students to interface between design and the technicalities of production.

Fourth Year

Focuses on niche specialisations and electives with a focus on research, design, and development. The final semester culminates with a Design Collection, where students present their ensembles creations in a fashion show hosted with professional models on the runway

Job Profiles in the Fashion Industry

  • Fashion Designer
  • Fashion Merchandiser
  • Fashion Stylist
  • Fashion Illustrator
  • Freelance Designer
  • Fashion Forecaster
  • Fashion Choreographer
  • Fashion Co-Ordinator
  • Fashion Journalist
  • Entrepreneur etc.