Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising FIDM Digital Arts
Apparel Technical Design
Los Angeles, USA
BSc
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English
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Key Summary
About: The Bachelor of Science in Apparel Technical Design trains students for design engineering and product development in the fashion industry. At a college founded in 1969 with 3,600 students and over 70,000 graduates worldwide, the program uses hands-on training with industry-standard equipment. The curriculum builds technical skills, creativity, and knowledge of technologies. Students complete a required internship at a fashion brand, attend industry events, and gain experience in prototype development, fit analysis, and supply chain management.
Career Outcomes: Graduates pursue roles like technical designer, product developer, patternmaker, fit engineer, or work in quality assurance, sourcing, or freelance apparel consultancy.
The Bachelor of Science in Apparel Technical Design Program prepares students for a career in design engineering and product development for the global fashion industry.
With hands-on training using industry-standard equipment, students learn how to take a sketch to a finished garment and experience a sequential curriculum that fosters creativity, technical expertise, critical literacy, and knowledge of innovative technologies. Students gain practical experience via a required internship at a major fashion brand, attend industry-sponsored events, and become proficient in prototype development, fit analysis, and supply chain management.
