the program promotes an emphasis on the diversity of studio practice and liberal art experiences. students have the option to select coursework offerings to gain expertise in a variety of specialties that connect directly to fashion design, such as wearable technology applications, garment knitting, illustration and/or accessory design. it prepares students for professional careers by developing technical competency, creative/independent problem solving and conceptual understanding necessary for the challenges of a career in the creative industries.

students develop portfolios for presentation at industry interviews and are prepared to be strongly competitive for any entry-level design position in the industry.