*Credits*: Mix of theory, practical labs, workshops, projects, and internships. 

*Year 1: Foundation in Fashion Design* 

*Semester 1* 

1. *Introduction to Fashion Design* 

   - History of fashion, fashion cycles, and industry overview. 

   - Key designers and global fashion capitals. 

2. *Elements & Principles of Design* 

   - Colour theory, texture, balance, proportion, and harmony. 

3. *Basics of Textile Science* 

   - Fiber types (natural, synthetic), fabric weaves, and fabric properties. 

4. *Fashion Sketching & Illustration* 

   - Freehand drawing, figure proportions, and rendering techniques. 

5. *Basic Garment Construction* 

   - Sewing techniques, stitching, seams, and introduction to sewing machines. 

 

*Semester 2* 

1. *Pattern Making & Draping Basics* 

   - Drafting basic patterns (skirts, blouses), draping on mannequins. 

2. *Textile Design & Printing* 

   - Block printing, screen printing, and digital textile design. 

3. *Fashion CAD (Computer-Aided Design)* 

   - Tools like *Adobe Illustrator, **Photoshop, and **CLO 3D*. 

4. *Fashion Accessories Design* 

   - Designing bags, footwear, jewellery, and hats. 

5. *Workshop: Sewing & Tailoring* 

   - Practical sessions on garment assembly and finishing. 

 

*Year 2: Intermediate Skills & Specializations* 

*Semester 3* 

1. *Advanced Pattern Making* 

   - Complex patterns for dresses, jackets, and trousers. 

2. *Garment Construction Techniques* 

   - Collars, sleeves, pleats, zippers, and linings. 

3. *Fashion Merchandising & Marketing* 

   - Retail strategies, branding, and consumer behaviour. 

4. *Fashion History & Trends* 

   - Cultural influences, trend forecasting, and sustainable fashion. 

5. *Surface Embellishment* 

   - Embroidery, beadwork, and appliqué. 

*Semester 4* 

1. *Fashion Illustration (Digital)* 

   - Using Procreate, CorelDRAW, or digital tablets for design. 

2. *Knitwear Design* 

   - Basics of knitting, crochet, and machine knitting. 

3. *Fashion Portfolio Development* 

   - Curating a professional portfolio for job applications. 

4. *Costume Design* 

   - Theatrical, film, and historical costume design. 

5. *Workshop: Draping & Couture Techniques* 

   - Advanced draping for eveningwear and bridal wear. 

 

*Year 3: Advanced Design & Industry Integration* 

*Semester 5* 

1. *Fashion Styling & Photography* 

   - Styling for shoots, editorials, and runway shows. 

2. *Sustainable Fashion Practices* 

   - Eco-friendly materials, zero-waste design, and circular fashion. 

3. *Fashion Business Management* 

   - Budgeting, production planning, and supply chain management. 

4. *Internship/Industry Project* 

   - Work with fashion houses, designers, or retail brands. 

5. *Elective 1*: 

   - Options: Children’s Wear, Menswear Design, Luxury Brand Management. 

 

*Semester 6* 

1. *Collection Development* 

   - Design and produce a mini-collection (6–8 outfits). 

2. *Fashion Show & Presentation* 

   - Organize a runway show or digital presentation. 

3. *Entrepreneurship in Fashion* 

   - Starting a label, business plans, and e-commerce. 

4. *Elective 2*: 

   - Options: Activewear Design, Haute Couture, Fashion Journalism. 

5. *Final Project Submission* 

   - Portfolio review, collection defence, and industry feedback. 

 

*Practical Components* 

- *Labs*: 

  - Textile testing, dyeing, and printing labs. 

  - CAD labs for digital fashion design. 

- *Workshops*: 

  - Garment construction, draping, and accessory-making. 

  - Screen printing, embroidery, and leatherwork. 

- *Software Training*: 

  - Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, CLO 3D, and Optitex. 

 

*Electives (Year 3)* 

1. *Sustainable Fashion* 

2. *Fashion Journalism & Blogging* 

3. *Fashion Law & Intellectual Property* 

4. *Global Fashion Markets* 

 

*Assessment Methods* 

- *Theory Exams*: 40–50% (design principles, merchandising, history). 

- *Practical Exams*: 

  - Garment construction, pattern making, and portfolio assessment. 

- *Projects*: 

  - Mini-collections, trend boards, and collaborative projects. 

- *Internship Report*: Mandatory for certification. 

 

*Emerging Trends * 

- *Digital Fashion & NFTs*: Designing virtual clothing for metaverse platforms. 

- *3D Printing in Fashion*: Creating accessories/prototypes with 3D printers. 

- *AI in Fashion*: Trend prediction tools and AI-driven design software.