Fashion Design courses in Ireland

The BA (Hons) in Fashion design is a three year course which focuses on the development of original ideas – through innovation, experimentation, and a close relationship between tutors and students. Students learn the technical, design, and business skills needed to transition from student to world-class fashion professional. The course allows you to explore a…

This degree programme has been designed in response to an increased demand for employees with specific skills relating to Interior Architecture including spatial planning, design detailing, technologies, problem-solving and visualisation techniques and presentation skills. The course takes students through the fundamentals of visual culture, building science and design principles and equips them with practical studio…

New and unique! Based in the National Film School, this is the only course in Ireland to bring together set designers, costume designers, character designers, model makers and digital artists, all learning highly specialised skills in a fully professional, collaborative context. Explore the worlds of character, costume, set, model making, games/VFX design for careers in…

This Fashion and Design part-time course is delivered by Mallow College of Design and Tailoring in Cork. Creative Art and Design, Pattern Drafting and Garment Assembly. Fee is per term. 450 euro per term. Subjects covered within this three year part-time course include:  Art & Design Design Development Trends and Fashion Forecasting Experimentation with Fabrics…

Do you have a passion for Fashion? Have you got a flair for fashion and styling? Do you have an idea of what looks great? If so, this course can help you build on your innate abilities with in-depth theory concerning comprehensive aspects of self-image, personal care, make-up, colour, and fashion’s latest trends. The Fashion industry is…

Do you have a passion for Fashion? Have you got a flair for fashion and styling? Do you have an idea of what looks great? If so, this course can help you build on your innate abilities with in-depth theory concerning comprehensive aspects of self-image, personal care, make-up, colour, and fashion’s latest trends. The Fashion industry is…

Portobello Institute’s QQI level 5 Major Award in Retail Practice is an international qualification that will introduce you to the exciting world of fashion. This qualification will allow you to begin you journey to becoming a fashion buyer or merchandiser where you will play an integral role within the infrastructure of the retail team, tracking…

This full-time Fashion Buying and Merchandising programme encompasses the foundations that are necessary to succeed as a fashion buyer in today’s competitive environment. While fashion trends change from season to season the fundamental role of the fashion buyer and fashion merchandiser remains the same. As a fashion buyer, or fashion buyer assistant, you will play…

This Fashion Buying, Styling and Visual Merchandising course equips learners with core skills that are required for a career in the fashion industry. An appreciation of fashion product, design and fashion history lead to an understanding of range development and the processes required to market and promote fashion businesses. A variety of individual and team-working…

Overview This is a 3 year part-time course. Content Covered Fashion Design, Dressmaking, Pattern Cutting, Draping, History of Fashion, Principles of Fabrics, Tailoring, Foundation Course in Art and Competition Participation. Course Times The Fashion Design course runs for 3 years. There are 3 terms per year. Students have the option of attending the course: One…

Through a wide range of creative modules, from fashion and textiles to drawing, this course will introduce the learner to important aspects of Fashion. Students will also develop technical skills in embroidery, garment construction and pattern drafting. The course is suitable for students wishing to build a visual portfolio to gain entry to higher education…

With option to specialise in Costume, Tailoring or Dressmaking QQI Level 5 Certificate in Fashion Design 5M3865 This Fashion Design course opens many opportunities in the fashion design industry. Fashion Design students can specialise in menswear, womenswear, streetwear or costume with tailoring and dressmaking as further options. Core technical modules in pattern drafting and garment…

This course is suited to learners who have already achieved a QQI Level 5 certificate or equivalent in Fashion Design. The Advanced Fashion Design course focuses on the creative skills of theme and concept development for fashion design. Core technical modules in advanced pattern drafting and garment construction equip the learner with the skills required…

The ICI Fashion Design course has been designed in consultation with the fashion industry and teaches you the skills that you need to succeed quickly and conveniently.   How Will You Benefit? Fast track your career in fashion design Learn the inside secrets of how to become a fashion design pro in months not years!…

This one year Higher National Certificate course will provide learners with the knowledge necessary to further pursue a career in Fashion & Textile design. The course consists of academic & practical workshops in the field of fashion textiles. Final year learners will exhibit their work at our end-of-year exhibition in the Institute.

Fashion Fundamentals will appeal to all those interested in fashion and style and who have a desire to learn the basics of the fashion industry. The classes include Irish fashion, fashion history, technical design, sustainable fashion, illustration, retail buying, store planning & much more. With Donegal once being a leading hub of tweed manufacturing, this…

This short part-time course is part of our popular Fashion Buying & Merchandising course. Once complete you can choose to progress onto the Fashion Buying Module or the Visual Retail Display module.  All modules together make up the complete Fashion Buying & Merchandising course which sets the foundations for a successful career in either Fashion Buying…

This course provides the opportunity for the student to develop the practical and business skills needed by fashion stylists, fashion PAs, design and retail entrepreneurs, fashion journalists, buyers, merchandisers and retailers. Trend forecasting and a solid grounding in contemporary and historical fashion equip professionals with the sensitivity to judge the ‘look of the moment’ before…

This Advanced Fashion Industry Practice course provides the opportunity for the learner to develop the practical and business skills needed by fashion stylists, fashion PAs, design and retail entrepreneurs, fashion journalists, buyers, merchandisers and retailers. Trend forecasting and a solid grounding in contemporary and historical fashion equip professionals with the sensitivity to judge the ‘look…

This full-time Fashion Management programme follows on from the first year Fashion Buying & Merchandising programme. Building on the skills acquired in first year, the content of this programme is designed to enhance students skills to fast-track progression up the career ladder in the business environment of the global fashion industry. Considering and understanding the…

The course is an introduction to what a fashion designer does, the goal of which is to teach the novice how to draft a pattern, from their own design sketch produced on the course, which will enable them to have a final garment professionally produced. Complete weekly tasks from early design stage, the sketch; Then…

Do you have a passion for fashion? Are you constantly reading fashion blogs? Would you like to work in the glamorous world of fashion? These days fashion blogs are big news. If you are hoping to obtain an exciting career in fashion as a blogger or fashion writer then this course is the perfect opportunity!…

Do you have a passion for fashion? Are you constantly reading fashion blogs? Would you like to work in the glamorous world of fashion? These days fashion blogs are big news. If you are hoping to obtain an exciting career in fashion as a blogger or fashion writer then this course is the perfect opportunity!…

Do you have a passion for fashion? Are you constantly reading fashion blogs? Would you like to work in the glamorous world of fashion? These days fashion blogs are big news. If you are hoping to obtain an exciting career in fashion as a blogger or fashion writer then this course is the perfect opportunity!…

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Who doesn’t love a wedding? The flowers, the gowns, the music and the food. If you have always wanted to help others to plan their special occasions, then this course is the perfect opportunity. This Wedding Planning and Business course provides you with the practical tools and guidance you will need to launch a successful career in wedding…