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Bachelor of Science in Fashion Design is an undergraduate Fashion Designing course. It covers the study of creating original designs in garments, footwear, jewelleries, luggage, etc. and also a study of the ever-changing trends in the fashion industry and market. In other words, B.Sc. (Fashion Design) is the study of creating original designs which involves converting artistic talent and creativity in creating products like clothing, textiles, jewellery, footwear and other accessories. B.Sc. (Fashion Design) degree course also includes a detailed study of the ever-changing market trends and the related fashion. Many institute abbreviate it as BFD but one should confirm it from the authorities concerned as B.F.D. is also used for abbreviating B.A. (Fashion Design) and Bachelor of Fashion Design Course whose duration and curricula may vary. Some institutes use the abbreviation B.Sc. (F.D.) which is more suitable as it is clearly understood. B.Sc. (Fashion Design) degree course generally covers the study of some of the specialized fields in the area of fashion design such as accessory & jewellery design; footwear design; garment design; interior design and  leather design. The course is three years duration and it opens much career option for the candidates after its completion.

How is B.Sc. Fashion Design Course Beneficial?

• B.Sc. (Fashion Design) degree holders are in great demand among fashion designers, garment designers and in boutiques.
• The degree course makes one eligible to take up the job of a teacher in institutes that imparts training courses in Fashion Designing.
• These degree holders are readily accepted in garments, leather, textiles, and other fashion related industries.
• It makes one eligible and competent enough to open their own fashion boutique to exhibit their fashion skills.
• B.Sc. (Fashion Design) degree besides satisfying the creative fancies and the materialistic needs of the people, also promises glamour, fame, success and high pay packages to its students.

B.Sc. Fashion Design Eligibility

• The basic eligibility criteria for pursuing B.Sc. (Fashion Design) degree are qualifying 10+2 or equivalent examination in any stream. Some reputed colleges and institutes demand a minimum of 50% marks in 10+2 as qualifying criteria to secure admission in this degree course.
• Some of the very reputed colleges and institutes also conduct an aptitude test for admission.

B.Sc. Fashion Design Syllabus

Syllabus of Fashion Design as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

B.Sc. Fashion Design Colleges

• Government Home Science College, Chandigarh
• Ranchi University - RU, Ranchi
• Madhya Pradesh Bhoj Open University, Bhopal
• I.I.S. University - International College for Girls (ICG), Jaipur

B.Sc. Fashion Design Course Suitability

• Those who want to have further higher studies and research in the field of Fashion Design and taking up the job of teacher/instructor in several universities and colleges after attaining higher qualifications are also suitable for it.
• They must have innovative mind, hard worker, can work for long hours and be up to date with the fashion world.
• Candidates willing of setting up their own business also can go for the course.
• Applicants should be able to draw inspiration from past trends and see new possibilities for their future designs.

 Employment Areas

• Fashion Media
• Export Houses
• Freelancing for Fashion Houses
• Garment Manufacturing Unit
• Fashion Show Management
• Garment Store Chains
• Jewellery Houses
• Leather Companies
• Media Houses
• Textile Mills

 Job Types

• Fashion Show Organizer
• Apparel Production Manager
• Cutting Assistant
• Fabric Buyer
• Costume Designer
• Entrepreneur
• Fabric Quality Control Manager
• Graphic Designer
• Fashion Consultant
• Outside Sales Representative
• Fashion Coordinator
• Personal Stylist
• Production Pattern Maker
• Technical Designer

Advance Courses in B.Sc. Fashion Design

• M.A. (Fashion Design)
• M.Des. (Fashion Design)
• M.Sc. (Fashion Designing)