Diploma in Core Fashion Design

John Casablancas Institute

Canada,British Columbia

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7 Months

Duration

CAD 14,500/year

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CAD 0 FREE

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Canada, British Columbia

Type: College

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1978

Total Students: 500 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

220 Cambie St #150, Vancouver, BC V6B 2M9, Canada

Diploma in Core Fashion Design

Program Overview

In a time when we are so removed from where our clothing comes from, it takes a special individual to want to pursue fashion design- a person who understands how rewarding it feels to make something with their own hands. Someone who possesses an innate desire to create and is determined to bring their unique vision to the world. In the Core Fashion Design program, you’ll start with something as abstract as a sketch and turn it into a collection. We’ll provide you with the most advanced and relevant curriculum, while training in an environment that’s similar to a real fashion design company, so you can make your mark on the world as a designer.

This 26-week Fashion Design program consists of in-depth theory, practical knowledge, additional open lab time and hands-on, creative projects. To ensure that your training is current and cutting edge, we’ve teamed up with top fashion designers from Alexander McQueen, Aritzia, Lululemon, Helly Hansen, Kit and Ace, and OAK+FORT, giving you access to some of the most design-oriented minds in the city. We asked these industry leaders what they’re looking for in recent graduates, and incorporated their wants and needs into an efficient 6-month design program. By the end of the program, you’ll showcase your debut collection to a live audience at the JCI Graduating Fashion Show.

Every creative individual knows how much you draw inspiration from your surroundings. That’s why we brought in high-profile architects to design our classrooms. Not only do they mimic a design studio, but they’re also meant to enhance individual creativity. The sewing machines and tools you’ll be using are state-of-the-art and our desks are custom-made to ensure you can perform your best without space limitations.

Beyond our newly-renovated space, you’ll also get to work with top-of-the-line software and hardware. You’ll get access to a laptop to use during class time, which will have the latest Adobe Suite Software and AccuMark by Gerber Technologies installed on it. AccuMark by Gerber is the world’s leading design and production software- it’s considered a necessity by many of the best-known apparel brands. We brought this technology to you so that upon graduation, you’ll be one step ahead of other fashion school graduates.

The goal of this innovative, practical program is to provide the knowledge and skills to work as a designer with confidence and pride. Students will be able to identify, understand, and use the types of equipment, tools, software, and materials required to complete garment construction. JCI graduates have the ability to stand out as a designer with strong practical and technical skills. After only 6 months of study, students will complete a collection of garments to be featured in a fashion show.

Students entering the Core Fashion Design Diploma program are expected to have an understanding of the Fashion industry. Prerequisite courses are required for admission into this program.

  • Basic Fashion Illustration (female croquis)
  • Elements of Design 1 (creating flats by hand, understanding of design process)
  • Elements of Design 2 (collection development, Adobe Illustrator)
  • Textiles