About the course

The Fashion Techniques and Design program prepares you for careers in garment-manufacturing design rooms. This is a women's wear program that simulates, as ly as possible, the industry's standards, practices and facilities. You will use industrial machines and learn the essentials of technical illustration, pattern making, pattern grading and clothing construction. Additional core subjects include textiles, technical specifications and the history of costume. Program electives allow you to select specific related subject areas, such as fashion show development, portfolio development, draping, lingerie, men's pattern drafting, leather apparel, knitwear and bridal and evening wear. Computer skills in Adobe Illustrator, pattern drafting and pattern grading are included as core and elective courses and are continually upgraded to meet industry needs. This program covers introductory methods to more advanced concepts in the second year.

　　An annual fashion show and portfolio event highlight successful student projects. You have the opportunity to network with industry, participate in numerous competitions, work on applied research projects, volunteer and attend industry events. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Toronto
Fall (September), 2024	Toronto
Winter (January), 2025	Toronto
Fall (September), 2025	Toronto
Winter (January), 2026	Toronto

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for George Brown College

Have graduated from senior secondary school or equivalent

　　Be 18 years of age or older at the time of registration

　　IELTS - 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each skill band)

　　TOEFL - 80 overall (minimum 20 in each skill band)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at George Brown College. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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