Course description
BA (Hons) in Fashion Design.
Undergraduate Courses - Barcelona
IED Barcelona is the only centre in Spain imparting the Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Fashion Design validated by the University of Westminster.
The BA (Hons) in Fashion Design prepares professionals with a wide technical and cultural knowledge through learning concepts from the fashion field, based on creativity and analysis of the needs of the market. Its philosophy is to develop students as individuals, to become innovative and creative designers, and challenge them to develop an aesthetic style relevant to the international fashion industry.
CREDITS: 360 UK
DURATION: 3 YEARS
ATTENDANCE: FULL-TIME
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
Methodology.
Didactics is focused on a practical methodology of experimental projects and business simulations performed jointly with professionals in the sector. It is divided in subject modules so students can develop one project after another, not many at the same time. A more effective proceeding that allows improvement in both development of concepts and production process of each project.
Objetives.
The first year is focused on acquiring the main competences together with a strong culture and project methodology. The development of the personal style of each student starts being motivated and specific techniques of fashion are infused: pattern making, modelling, illustration, accessories, history, etc., essentials for anyone working on the field of fashion. Traditional and modern techniques are always combined during the lessons.
During the second year, students widen the knowledge acquired in previous semesters, they learn advanced techniques on modelling and pattern making, illustration, specific techniques such as knitting or accessories, and develop several collections (for man and woman). Various projects stand out because of their forward-thinking on techniques and tissues.
The third year emphasizes on the improvement of practical abilities in accordance with the exigencies of the professional world. A project on styling and sustainability will be developed, among others. During the last semester students will perform their degree final project, which is their official introduction to the professional world. The year culminates in the fashion show, where the creations conceived for their final project are shown.
Job Opportunities.
- Fashion designer
- Stylist
- Trendsetter
- Accessories designer
- Visual merchandiser
- Fashion communication and brand image
- IIlustrator
- Pattern designer
- Coolhunter
- Product manager
- Etc.
Subjects.
1.
HISTORY OF FASHION
SEMIOTICS
STYLING
SKETCHBOOK AND PORTFOLIO
TRENDS AND ART HISTORY
MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGY 1
INTRODUCTION TO COLOUR
PRINTING PROCESS 1
MOULAGE 1
DRESSMAKING 1
MEN´S PATTERNMAKING 1
WOMEN´S PATTERNMAKING 1
DIGITAL DESIGN 1
FASHION DRAWING
FASHION PORTFOLIO
FASHION COLLECTION
2.
DIGITAL DESIGN 2
FASHION ILLUSTRATION
MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGY 2
PRINTING PROCESS 2
MOULAGE 2
MARKETING
FASHION SYSTEM
BUSINESS PLAN
DRESSMAKING 2
WOMEN´S PATTERNMAKING 2
MEN´S PATTERNMAKING 2
WOMENSWEAR
MENSWEAR
KNITWEAR
3.
WOMEN’S PATTERNMAKING 3
MEN’S PATTERNMAKING 3
DRESSMAKING 3
COLLECTION
PORTFOLIO
INVESTIGATION
DISSERTATION
WORK PLACEMENT
FINAL COLLECTION
Partnerships with leading enterprises are a fundamental factor in the IED’s educational strategy, featuring both at every stage throughout the didactic process and in the special events held to mark the end of every academic year. As a result of the IED’s constant, active relationship with the business world, more than 200 firms contribute in various ways every year to its student training programmes.
The faculty comprises experts and professionals with the ability to teach applied skills and a constant stream of innovation. Each individual course is run in direct contact with and supported by companies operating in the fields in question.
