Course Duration

1 year, full-time

Course Overview

This programme provides the opportunity for the learner to develop the core practical and business skills needed by fashion stylists, fashion PA’s, design & retail entrepreneurs, fashion journalists, buyers, merchandisers and retailers. Trend forecasting and a solid grounding in contemporary and historical fashion equip fashion professionals with the sensitivity to judge the ‘look of the moment’ before it happens. Technical skills in business, buying and retailing, event management and photo shoot/art direction will make the graduate a highly-skilled fashion industry employee.

Entry Requirements

• Holders of the relevant FETAC Level 5 or equivalent qualifications and/or relevant life/work experience.

• Mature applicants (over 23) without these entry requirements will be considered on the basis of experience and overall demonstrable ability.

Places on the course are limited and will be allocated on the basis of a personal interview.

Typical Modules

• Fashion Buying & Merchandising

• Fashion Styling

• Fashion Photography

• Fashion Promotion

• Design

• Sales Presentation

• Communications

• Computer Illustration Graphics

• Event Management

• Appreciation of Art, Craft and Design 

Award

FETAC Level 6 - Advanced Certificate in Fashion Industry Practice [AFIPX]

Progression/Employment Opportunities

• This Award qualifies holders to work in different areas of the fashion industry. Self employment may also be considered.

• Other opportunities may arise in many areas of the retail fashion industry.

• Institutes of Technology and other Colleges around the country may be offering opportunities for further studies. Please check with the individual Admissions Offices of any institution you are interested in attending or access:

http://fetac.ie/fetac/learners/hels/hels.htm

Fees

As an NDP-funded programme, there are no tuition fees. Learners, however, are liable for registration and examination fees. Additionally, learners are expected to supply prescribed class and study materials.

Means-tested maintenance grants are available.