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 · 120 credits
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.