Bachelor of Fashion Design
About This Programme
A studio-based degree in fashion design, garment construction, textiles, illustration and collection development, building toward a professional portfolio. 120 credit hours; total programme cost approximately AED 252,000 before scholarships.
Course Highlights
- Studio-based fashion design and garment construction.
- Pattern making, draping, CAD and portfolio development.
- Summer internship and a final project.
- Scholarships of up to 50% available on all degrees.
What You'll Study
Studio-based teaching on the Dubai International Academic City campus, combining design studios, technical modules, a summer internship and a final project, on a US-style semester credit system.
YEAR 1 Fall
- FASH 101 Introduction to Global Fashion3 credits
- DSGN 102 Elements Of Design3 credits
- FTEC 103 Textiles3 credits
- ENGL 102 English for Academic Writing3 credits
- GENE 120 Islamic Culture3 credits
YEAR 1 Spring
- DSGN 205 Fashion Model Drawing I3 credits
- FASH 106 Fashion Photography3 credits
- HAAS 102 Media Literacy3 credits
- COMM 105 Public Speaking3 credits
- ARAB 102 Arabic Language3 credits
YEAR 2 Fall
- FASH 204 History of Fashion3 credits
- FTEC 207 Introduction to Pattern Making3 credits
- DSGN 308 Fashion Model Drawing II3 credits
- HAAS 202 Practicing Sustainability3 credits
- GENE 210 UAE Studies3 credits
YEAR 2 Spring
- FASH 320 Ecommerce3 credits
- DSGN 309 Fashion Illustration3 credits
- FTEC 306 Garment Construction3 credits
- HAAS 208 Life and Future Skills3 credits
- Open Elective 13 credits
YEAR 3 Fall
- FASH 435 Digital Marketing3 credits
- FTEC 310 Advance Pattern Making3 credits
- FTEC 207 Introduction to Pattern Making3 credits
- DSGN 413 Computer Aided Design3 credits
- HAAS 302 Research Methods and Data Analysis3 credits
- GENE 340 Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Sustainability3 credits
YEAR 3 Spring
- FASH 419 Studio3 credits
- DSGN 420 Portfolio Development3 credits
- FTEC 417 Draping3 credits
- FTEC 412 Pattern Grading3 credits
- FTEC 311 Dyeing and Printing3 credits
YEAR 3 Summer Internship
- HAAS 340 Internship3 credits
YEAR 4 Fall
- FTEC 415 Material Studies3 credits
- GENE 440 Ethics and Professional Responsibility3 credits
- Major Elective 13 credits
- Major Elective 23 credits
- Major Elective 33 credits
YEAR 4 Spring
- HAAS 450 Project3 credits
- Major Elective 43 credits
- Major Elective 53 credits
- Open Elective 23 credits
Entry Requirements
Careers
Graduates become fashion designers, stylists, costume designers and retail managers.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Licensed by the CAA (UAE MoHESR) and KHDA-licensed.
Programme Details
Award
Bachelor of Fashion Design
Start Date
September 2026 (also January & May intakes)
Typical Offer
60% average in Grade 12
Duration
4 years
Qualification
Bachelors
Subject Area
Design
Campus
Dubai
Course Type
Fashion design degree
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 252,000 total
Apply online at amityuniversity.ae. A non-refundable application fee of AED 100 applies; registration is AED 500 per semester. Tuition is charged per credit hour and scholarships of up to 50% are available.