ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Polytechnic’s two-semester Fashion Studies certificate program provides a solid foundation for those aspiring to pursue a career in the fashion industry.
The program offers a diverse array of hands-on courses covering key areas of the fashion field, such as design fundamentals and illustration. In addition, the curriculum explores the latest textile techniques and industry trends alongside business communication skills. It also explores specialized topics including sustainable fashion and inclusive design practices.
Through a combination of practical training and theoretical learning, the program fosters creativity and promotes innovative thinking through a range of fashion-related design projects.
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:
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| Sept. 2025 | Newnham | Open |
| Jan. 2026 | Newnham | Open |
Availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.
| Start in | Location | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Sept. 2025 | Newnham | Open |
| Jan. 2026 | Newnham | Open |
Availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.
This program meets Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility requirements.
This program is offered in ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø's hybrid delivery format with some courses available in ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø's flexible delivery format. Some coursework is online and some must be completed in person. Students will need to come on campus to complete in-person learning requirements.
In courses delivered in the flexible format, using interactive learning spaces, professors teach in person to students in a physical classroom or lab and stream to students online at the same time. Students have a choice of coming to campus for an in-person experience or learning online.
Learn more: ³§±ð²Ô±ð³¦²¹â€™s program delivery options and how courses in this program will be delivered each term.
Upon completion of the Fashion Studies program, you may pursue employment across diverse sectors of the industry or build on your education. Several FST courses serve as direct transfer credits into other ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø programs, such as Fashion Arts (FAA), Fashion Business (FBM) and Visual Merchandising Arts (VMA).
This is where university meets college. Where theory meets practice. Where ambition meets flexibility.
As a member of Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) Canada, our School of Fashion integrates sustainable practices into our teaching and initiatives.
As a graduate of this program, you have options to build on your credential through a pathway to one of our partner institutions.
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Explore our photo gallery to see the latest creations from our Fashion Studies students.
Graduate,ÌýFashion Arts and Fashion Studies
Eunice Chow, a graduate of ³§±ð²Ô±ð³¦²¹â€™sÌýFashion Arts advanced diploma program and Fashion Studies certificateÌýprogram, was nominated for the Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards’ (CAFA) Fashion Design Student Award. She was also one of four graduate designers selected to represent Toronto at the Fashion Graduate Italia, an international show in Milan.
Graduate,ÌýEvent Management: Event and Exhibit Design, Fashion Studies, Visual Merchandising Arts
Lauren is an event designer and visual merchandiser who has graduated from 3 programs at ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø. Her work at ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø was well recognized, earning her the Student of the Year award and ARAMARK Student Excellence Award.
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