Introduction
This programme aims to:
- Offer a holistic introduction to Fashion Design and Marketing, combining technical expertise, industry awareness, design process understanding and visual communication skills.
- Provide basic 2D and 3D design skills: sketching, technical drawing, colouring, fabric handling, drafting, draping, sewing and finishing.
- Provide a sound knowledge base of concepts in Fashion Design, Fashion Marketing and Branding, Fashion Communication and Fashion Management.
- Provide the guidance to create a portfolio - suitable to apply for Bachelor of Arts programmes in Fashion-related disciplines - that shows creative research, wide cultural references, concept development, design development through mixed media work including digital work.
- Provide first-hand experience of the Fashion Industry through live projects with industry partners, participation in local and international competitions, industry visits and events.
Curriculum Overview
Programme Structure
- Fashion Design Skills
- Fashion Marketing Skills
- Marketing Theory and Fashion Business
- Fashion Drawing & Colour Theory
- Digital Design Techniques
- Fabrics & Material Analysis
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be of age 14 and above, and meet at least one of the following requirements:
At least 1 GCE ‘O’ Level Pass OR
NITEC / Higher NITEC Qualifications OR
International applicants must have completed 10 years of formal Education OR
Mature candidates (≥30 years old with 8 years relevant work experience) OR
At least 1 IGCSE Level Pass
English Language Requirements
Applicants are required to possess one of the following:
C6 pass in English at GCE ‘O’ level or equivalent OR
Achieve a minimum band of 5.5 in IELTS or equivalent OR
A Pass in MDIS English Entrance Test (EET) OR
MDIS Professional Certificate in English OR
1 IGCSE Level Pass (either English 1st language or 2nd language) OR
Online English Placement Test conducted by MDIS OR
Achieve a minimum score of 85 and above in Duolingo English Test
Duration & Intake
Programme Duration
Full-time: 6 months
Part-time: 9 months
Fees & Funding
Fees & Structure (Local)
| Structure |
Tuition Fees (inclusive of 8% GST) |
Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 8% GST) |
| Full-time/Part-time |
S$7,344.00 |
S$200.00 - S$376.00 |
Application fees: S$108.00
Fees & Structure (International)
| Structure |
Tuition Fees (inclusive of 8% GST) |
Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 8% GST) |
| Full-time |
S$9,288.00 |
S$805.00 - S$915.00 |
Application fees: S$486.00
Note:
- All application fees are non-refundable.
- All fees quoted are inclusive of GST at the prevailing rate.
- Local:
Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, medical insurance and fee protection scheme.
Non-tuition fees for part-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop and fee protection scheme.
- International:
Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, medical insurance, medical examination and administrative fee.
- Non-tuition fees for international students may vary.
- Non-tuition fees are non-refundable, refer to MDIS refund policy for more details.
