Fashion Design Diploma Training Course

The fashion design course was written for students who are interested in working in the steadily growing fashion industry. With this online training course, you will have all the information necessary to successfully begin a career in this field.

Fashion design enables individuals to study fashion trends, sketch ideas and create designs. As you work through this course, you will gain a comprehensive overview of the design industry, elements of design and career options within the field.

This convenient online course provides students with the unique opportunity to learn course material at their own pace. You will have access to comprehensive study material 24 hours a day ensuring that you can study anytime, anywhere.

Many individuals who take the course are still able to work full time, which ensures that you can maintain your current lifestyle whilst working toward achieving your career goals.

You can access this course from any internet-enabled device. As you work through the programme, you will find the short, flexible modules incredibly easy to navigate. However, if you find you have any questions, you can access online support while you train.

Before receiving your diploma, you must complete and pass a multiple-choice exam. After successfully passing your course, you can download your diploma right from home.

What You Will Learn

The fashion design course will cover the following information:

• An introduction to common fashion terminology
• The skills necessary to become a fashion designer
• The five stages of a fashion cycle
• The history of fashion
• The elements and principles of fashion design
• How to conduct fashion market research and identify your target customer
• Fashion design forecasting
• How to create mood boards
• Fashion design sketching
• Garment sample stages
• An overview of material terminology
• The main fibre groups used in the fashion industry
• Textile fibres and their properties
• An overview of fabric construction
• Fabric performance characteristics and finishes
• How to source materials, trims and contractors
• Draping, cutting and sewing essentials
• Sewing techniques for fashion design
• Sizing and grading
• Garment support and structure
• Buttons, enclosures and finishes
• Garment construction
• Fittings, revisions and costing
• Garment tech packages
• Finding a clothing manufacturer and preparing for mass production
• Making your clothing line, domain name and trademark
• Creating your business plan
• Financing your line and finding resources in the United Kingdom
• Selling and marketing your fashions
• Finding models and launching a fashion show
• Careers in fashion design
• Starting your own fashion design business
• The fashion industry in the United Kingdom
• Preparing and presenting your portfolio

Benefits of the Fashion Design Course Diploma

When you work towards earning your fashion design diploma, you will benefit from the following:

• The ability to study from anywhere at any time that works for you, as long as there is an internet connection
• Study at your own pace. There is no time limit, so if it takes you days or months, you can still complete the course
• The ability to study from any device including computers, mobile phones or tablets
• You benefit from easy to manage modules, which help to make studying a gratifying experience
• Convenient online support is available to help you stay on the right track
• Access to a comprehensive syllabus, which puts you on the fast track to becoming an expert in the field
• Improve your prospects while applying for opportunities in the design industry
• Receive a certified diploma that is respected in the industry
• An affordable pricing structure

Who can take the course?
Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.

What is the structure of the course?
The course is broken down into 10 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.

Where / when can I study the course?
You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!

Is there a test at the end of the course?
Once you have completed all modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.

What is the pass mark for the final test?
The pass mark for the test is 70%. If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.

When will I receive my certificate?
Once you have completed your test you can log in to your account and download/print your certificate any time you need it.

How long does it take to complete the course?
We estimate that the course will take about 16 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.

Fashion Design Diploma course content

• Module 1: Introduction to Fashion Design
• Module 2: The History of Fashion
• Module 3: The Elements and Principles of Fashion Design
• Module 4: Mood Boards, Design Development, and Sketching
• Module 5: Understanding Textile Fibres, Yarns, and Fabrics
• Module 6: Fabric Sourcing, Patternmaking, Sizing, and Measurements
• Module 7: Completing Your Pattern, Garment Construction, and Draping Techniques
• Module 8: Garment Structure, Garment Tech Packs and Pre-Production
• Module 9: Creating, Financing, and Marketing a Clothing Label
• Module 10: The Fashion Industry, Career Opportunities, Resources in the UK and Developing Your Brand

Fashion Design Diploma course details

• Course Access: Lifetime
• Exams Included: Yes
• Compatibility: All major browsers / devices