Aim

The Bachelor of Technology in Fashion Design and Textiles Studies programme aims to produce graduates with relevant knowledge and technical skills in dress design, textile fabrics and garment manufacture to meet the demands of the fast-changing fashion industry.

 Objectives

The objectives of the programme are to:

1. Equip graduates with theoretical and conceptual skills needed to undertake dress design and production in the fashion industry.
2. Equip students with critical and analytical skills needed to perform tasks in dress design, fabric selection and garment production that meet industry standards.
3. Develop capacities of graduates to conduct research especially in new developmental trends in the fashion industry.
4. Equip students with entrepreneurial, ethical, and managerial skills relevant to the fashion industry.
5. Develop transferable hands-on skills to levels demanded by employers, and to provide professional progression path to higher education.

Entry Requirements 

Eligible candidates must possess one of the entry requirements below:

1.West Africa Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE):

Applicants must have Grade C6 or better in three (3) core subjects including English Language, 
Core Mathematics and Integrated Science/ Social Studies. Again, applicants must have Grade 
C6 or better in three (3) elective subjects. Note that the six (6) passes should not exceed 
aggregate thirty-six (36).

2.Senior Secondary School Certificate Applicants (SSSCE)

Applicants must have at least Grade D or better in three (3) core subjects including English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science/ Social Studies. Again, applicant must have at least Grade D in three (3) elective subjects. Note that the six (6) passes should not exceed aggregate twenty-four (24).

3.General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level:

Holders with credits in at least five (5) subjects at the GCE ‘O’ Level or its equivalent including English Language and Mathematics plus at least two (2) passes at the GCE Advanced level. Candidates with Pass will have to attend an interview.

4.Higher National Diploma (HND)

Passes in all the prescribed courses (HND) with Second Class Lower Division or better. The applicant must show evidence of at least six of months industrial attachment in a relevant industry. Successful applicants will join the programme at level 300. Candidates with Pass will have to attend an interview.

5.Tertiary Diploma in Fashion Design Studies

Passes in all the prescribed courses with Second Class Lower Division or better. Successful applicants will join the programme at level 300. Candidates with Pass will have to attend an interview.

6.Diploma in Fashion and Textiles Certificate

Passes in all the prescribed courses with Second Class Lower Division or better. The applicant must show evidence of at least six of months industrial attachment in a relevant industry. Successful applicants will join the programme at level 200.

7.Technical School Applicants (Certificate II Intermediate Fashion)

Credits in English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies Plus Credits in Three (3) Trade Courses. 

8.Mature Applicants:

i. Must be at least twenty-five (25) years old with any legitimate documentary proof.

ii. Must have at least two (2) years relevant working experience (A letter from employer is required) or show proof of employment (if self-employed/engaged in private industry).

iii. Must pass a written entrance examination or show proof of two (2) credits in English Language and Mathematics in WASSCE or any other nationally recognised standard High School level examinations.

9.International/Foreign Students

International students must possess qualification(s) equivalent to any of the requirements stated above. The certificates of foreign students would be sent to the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) for determination of suitability for admission.

Employment Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Technology in Fashion Design and Textiles Studies programme may be employed in the following areas:

i. Garment/Textiles manufacturing industries

ii. Rural and cottage industries

iii. The film industries

iv. Centres for Art and Culture

v. NGOs engaged in creative arts-related businesses.

vi. Service Sector (Hospitality, Security, Health and others)

vii. Financial institutions and Insurance Companies

viii. Export and Import Promotion Industries

ix. Teaching and Education

x. Advertising and media agencies

xi. Consultancy services

xii. Other sectors that require fashion, modelling, and textiles services

Programme Structure

Year One  Semester One

*African Studies is examined at the end of the second semester

 Year One  Semester Two

In-house Experiential Attachment takes place during the long vacation

Year Two Semester One

Year Two  Semester Two

Year Three  Semester One

Year Three Semester Two

Year Four   Semester One

  Year Four  Semester Two