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Fashion Fundamentals
Certificate
Course Details
| Course Code | LL_DFASH_S |
|---|---|
| Level | 6 |
| Duration | 13 weeks |
| Credits | 10 |
| Method of Delivery | On-campus |
| Campus Locations | Donegal – Letterkenny |
| Mode of Delivery | Part Time |
Course Overview
Fashion Fundamentals will appeal to all those interested in fashion and style and who have a desire to learn the basics of the fashion industry.
The classes include Irish fashion, fashion history, technical design, sustainable fashion, illustration, retail buying, store planning & much more. With Donegal once being a leading hub of tweed manufacturing, this course aims to showcase the potential the students have within the county, the country & the international market.
Students on this programme have gone from being novice’s to near experts within weeks. The mix of students was varied. Like the industry itself, students of all ages, backgrounds & ability worked together on projects that showcased them individually and as a team.
Course Details
Year 1
| Semester | Module Details | Credits | Mandatory / Elective |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Foundations in Fashion 1: Design & MerchandisingThis module covers an introduction to Fashion design covering Fashion History, Collection Design, Sketching & Illustrating, Irish Influences in Fashion and Merchandising. Learning Outcomes 1. Make observational and technical drawings that demonstrate hand eye co-ordination |
05 | Mandatory |
| 2 |
Foundations in Fashion 2: The Sustainable PastIn this module, students will study fashions of the past, interpret into fashion of the present and learn more technical skills to further develop them in this field. The student will add complexity to designing, with a tangible garment upcycled to represent fashion history. Learning Outcomes 1. Demonstrate an understanding of fashion during a particular period of history |
05 | Mandatory |
Recommended Study Hours per week
7 hours.
Examination and Assessment
Portfolio of work.
On-Campus Attendance Requirement
Mandatory attendance at workshops and lectures.
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Entry Requirements
This programme is a hands on studio-based course that requires no previous artistic experience. However enthusiasm and passion for fashion are a must.
Basic computer skills are required.
Further Information
Who Should Apply?
This programme will appeal to all those interested in fashion and style and who have a desire to learn the basics of the fashion industry.
Contact Information
Faculty of Business
Department of Design & Creative Media
Department of Design & Creative Media
Department Administration: +353 (0)74 918 6207 / +353 (0)74 918 6209
Head of Department: Lorna Ross
E: lorna.ross@atu.ie
Department
Design & Creative Media
