BTEP Diploma in Fashion Course at Francistown College of Education (FCTVE)
What is Fashion?
Fashion is a form of self-expression and autonomy at a particular period and place and in a specific context, of clothing, footwear, lifestyle, accessories, makeup, hairstyle, and body posture. The term implies a look defined by the fashion industry as that which is trending.
Module 1: Introduction
- Learn Fashion Design Skills
- Creativity and Proactivity
- Interpersonal Skills
- Visualisation and Sketching Skills
- Communication Skills
- Working Out Which Fashion is Your Passion
- Decide which Designing Field is your Principal Interest
- Downsize Ego
- Ask Customers what they Need
- Make Concessions
Module 2: Become a Successful Fashion Designer
- Highly Creative and Design Skills
- Mastering in Fashion Design Software and Technology
- Create the Best Portfolio
- Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Interest in Current Fashion Trends
Module 3: Start a Business as a Fashion Designer
- Think Like an Entrepreneur
- Know Who your Clients are
- Start Small with One Product
- Set Right Prices
- Put Everything on a Website
- Vision for Brand Identity
- Promote Brand on Social Media
- Distribute Flyers and Brochures
Module 4: Design Clothes
- Learn about Fabrics and Textures
- Explore Colour Theory
- Use CAD for Fashion Design
- Use Design Software
- Pattern-Making
- Get Inspiration from History and Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the requirements for diploma in fashion?
Diploma in Fashion
This also require a National Senior Certificate or equivalent with a 30% English pass and 40-49% in four other subjects.
How many points needed for diploma in fashion?
Average Point Score (APS)
A minimum APS of 20 with Mathematics or 21 with Mathematical Literacy is required to apply for the programme.
Is there a diploma in fashion?
Advanced Diploma in Fashion
This course equips students to contribute, through research, to the application and evaluation of existing knowledge in a specialised area of fashion design or garment technology and enhance professional and personal development.
What is HND fashion design?
The HND Fashion Design course will teach you all aspects of the design process from research and design development to creating garments using cut and construction. You will explore fashion forecasting, fashion trends and consider overall garment silhouette.
Can I do fashion designing after diploma?
Yes, you can do a fashion designing course if you have completed a bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university. There are a lot of institutes offering PG fashion designing courses after graduation.