Diploma in Fashion Design
Diploma
7 Semesters / 2 Years 3 Months
Up to 100% PTPTN
From
RM 1,177.78per
month
month
RM 31,800.00 total tuition fee
Price listed above is applicable to local students only
Why this course
The Diploma in Fashion Design programme is tailored to provide skills of fashion designing and fabrication. It offers an exquisite standard of broad-based knowledge to develop creative awareness, entrepreneurial mindset and advanced understanding of the fashion and textile industry.
Price listed above is applicable to local students only
- 100% project-based programme*
- Fully equipped with the state-of-the-art facilities
- Tailored to provide the best skills of fashion designing and fabrication
- Through APEL, take advantage of your prior learning experiences to gain admission, with a further opportunity to reduce your study duration and costs
CONVENTIONAL:
(N/214/4/0220) (09/27) (MQA/FA 13947)
Student Showcase
Explore the creativity and innovation of our talented fashion design students through the 2024 LOOKBOOK. This curated selection highlights original works, from concept to creation, that exemplify the technical skills and artistic vision honed throughout their journey at UNITAR.
Course information
Entry Requirements
Programme Entry Requirements
You must meet the following requirements in order to be considered for entry to the UNITAR Diploma Programme :
- A pass in SPM with a minimum of three (3) credits in any subject, or its equivalent; OR
- A pass in UEC with minimum 3Bs; OR
- A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a related field with minimum CGPA of 2.00 or its equivalent; OR
- A pass in STPM with a minimum of Grade C (GPA 2.00) in any subjects, or its equivalent; OR
- A pass in STAM with a minimum grade of maqbul
- Pass Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) / Sijil Vokasional Malaysia (SVM) (Level 3 MQF) in related field (Note: UNITAR are to conduct screening and provide necessary guidance specific to the discipline of the programme) OR
- Equivalent qualification and / or experience which is recognized by Malaysian Government.
- “Entry requirements into the Diploma’s program (level 4, MQF) through APEL A. Applicants must be/have:
1. A Malaysian citizen; and
2. The candidate should be more than 20 years of age in the year of application
3. Relevant work experience / prior experiential learning; and
4. Pass the APEL Assessment”
AND - Pass an interview OR submission of student’s portfolio determined by the HEP as required.
Language Requirements
International Students
- Minimum score of 4.5 for IELTS OR its equivalent
Course Structure
Programme Core Modules
- Fundamentals of Drawing
- Design Fundamentals
- Introduction to Textiles
- Pattern Drafting
- Fashion History
- Fashion Figure Drawing
- CAD for Fashion and Textiles
- Handwork Embroidery for Fashion
- Pattern Manipulation
- Fashion Illustration
- Fashion Design: Idea Realisation
- Fashion Forecast
- Fashion Draping
- Surface Design
- Fashion Design: Final Year Project Development
- Fashion Event Management
- Fashion Accessories
- Fashion Design: Final Year Project Prototype
- Portfolio Presentation
- Industrial Training
University Core Modules
- Community Service
- Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (Int)
- Skill Enhancement / Bahasa Kebangsaan A
- Culture and Society
English Core Modules
- English 1
- English 2
- English 3
Career Prospects
- Assistant Designer
- Fashion Design Artist
- Textile Design Artist
- Graphic Design Artist
- Display Artist
- Cutting Assistant
- Sketching Assistant
- Designer’s Assistant
- Stylist-Production Assistant
- Sample Machinist
- Dye-matching Assistant
- Pattern-Maker
- Assistant Purchasing Manager
- Beadwork Artist
- Sewing Lab Technician
Programme Learning Outcome
The Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO) of this programme is to prepare graduates who are able to:
1.Nurture fashion design knowledge and skills from ideas development, drawing, fabric selection, pattern drafting to garment making as well as on how to compliment fashion design with appropriate accessories.
2.Access to fundamental knowledge of raw materials, overall garment construction processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for effective presentation of artwork.
3. Unleash one’s creativity and artistic touch through working or experimenting with forms, themes, patterns, textures, layering, etc. Be inspired, be curious!
4.The chance to discover various creations and designs within local and global contexts; at the same time, the skill-sets are ever ready aligned with the industry.
