The academic content and curriculum of the Bachelor's Program in Textile and Fashion Design aims to teach students the basic concepts and techniques of the fashion industry, while focusing on developing creative and innovative design skills. The program usually begins with basic art and design courses; these courses include drawing techniques, color theory, art history and design principles. These core courses help students develop their aesthetic sense and critical thinking skills.
In the following semesters, students move on to more specific subjects in fashion design. These subjects include textile knowledge, pattern making and sewing techniques. Textile knowledge courses cover the properties, uses and care methods of different types of fabrics. Pattern making courses teach how to make and adapt garment patterns, while sewing techniques put into practice various sewing and finishing techniques.
The program also integrates technology; courses such as digital fashion design and the use of computer-aided design (CAD) software provide an understanding of modern design processes. In these courses, students acquire skills such as designing patterns and creating garment prototypes in a digital environment. In addition, contemporary issues such as sustainable fashion and ethical design are also included, raising students' awareness of reducing environmental impact and ethical business practices.
Alongside the courses, students are expected to work on a variety of projects; these projects can mimic real-world scenarios or be realizable works for real clients. The projects give students the opportunity to practice the design process, develop critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Students usually complete the program with a capstone project or fashion show at the end of their studies. Such events allow students to showcase the knowledge and skills they have acquired and connect with potential employers in the fashion industry. Graduation projects are usually designed to challenge students' creativity and design abilities, and students have the chance to express their own design identity in these projects.
This combination of courses and activities provides students with a solid foundation of both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, equipping them for a successful career in the fashion industry.