Diploma in Fashion Design Technology

Diploma

Embark on a stylish adventure and become a fashion expert with Sunway College's Diploma in Fashion Design Technology, equipping students with essential fashion design and tech skills using advanced tools like 3D fashion software.

Key details

Degree Type

Diploma

Duration

2 years full-time

Study Mode

In person

Intake Months

Jan, Apr, Aug

About this course

Sunway Diploma in Fashion Design Technology

Embark on a stylish adventure and become a fashion expert with Sunway College's Diploma in Fashion Design Technology. This diploma programme is designed to equip students with all the fashion design and tech skills needed to make a name for yourself in this highly competitive industry. Using 3D fashion software like VStitcher, students get the chance to undergo motion fit testing, create prototypes, pattern modification and more.

Entry requirements

SPM/O-Level: Pass with min. 3 credits
UEC: Pass with min. 3 Bs
Other Equivalent Qualifications: Pass in Certificate (Level 3, MQF) or equivalent in related fields, must be accredited by MQA
Special Requirements: Pass a Portfolio review: Submit a minimum of 3 pieces of your own creative work in any genre and mediums (e.g., Drawing, Painting, Photography, Digital Illustration, Clay Art, Fashion-Related Art Projects, Any other medium) AND a written interview evaluation

What you will learn

Overview

Sunway Diploma in Fashion Design Technology

Embark on a stylish adventure and become a fashion expert with Sunway College's Diploma in Fashion Design Technology. This diploma programme is designed to equip students with all the fashion design and tech skills needed to make a name for yourself in this highly competitive industry. Using 3D fashion software like VStitcher, students get the chance to undergo motion fit testing, create prototypes, pattern modification and more.

Career pathways

Fashion Designer
Digital Fashion Designer
Fashion Stylist
Fashion Retail
Store Manager
Fashion Entrepreneur
Fashion Advisor
Retail Buyer
Event Manager
3D & Graphic Designer
""Skins""/ Asset Designer (Game/Virtual Store)
Social Media Influencer (Fashion/Clothing)
Online Store Manager (Fashion/Clothing)

Course structure

Programme StructureYear 1

Students will learn the following subjects in the first year

Digital Fashion Illustration
Fashion Communication
Fashion Drawing
Fashion Draping 1
Fashion Design 1
Introduction to Drafting and Sewing
Fashion Draping 2
CAD1: Computer Aided Design 1
Textiles for Fashion
Digital Photography
Fashion Cultures and Histories
CAD2: Computer Aided Design 2
Advanced Drafting and Sewing

Year 2

Students will learn the following subjects in the second year

Fashion Design 2
Fashion Drafting 3
CAD3: Computer Aided Design 3
Research and Design for Fashion
Men's Wear Development
Final Project
Fashion Marketing in E-Commerce
Fashion Portfolio
Internship (3 months)

MOHE General Studies

Students must pass these MOHE General Studies

For Local Students

Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu) OR Creativity and Innovative Thinking Skills (for students who have a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu)
Moral Education OR Islamic Studies
Kursus Integriti dan Anti-Rasuah (KIAR)
Education for Sustainability Development
Community Service

For International Students

Malay Language for Communication 1
Creativity & Innovative Thinking Skills
Moral Education
Integrity and Anti-Corruption
Education for Sustainability Development
Community Service