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Fashion Arts

Seneca College - Newnham
Canada, Ontario, Toronto
Tuition fee CA$16,011 per year

The fees are for the 2022–2023 academic year and include tuition (CA$14,486), health insurance and ancillary charges.

The fees displayed are estimates only for two semesters and are subject to change.

Registration fee CA$390 one-time

The registration fee includes the non-refundable application fee (CA$90) and the refundable deposit fee (CA$300).

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Accommodation fee CA$1,800 per month

The above fee is an estimated amount for living expenses for one month.

  • Including the cost of food, rent, transportation and other living expenses (varies depending on your living preferences).
  • Estimated living expenses are to be used as a guide only and are subject to change.

More information

senecacollege.ca/..grams/fulltime/FAA.html 

Overview

This three-year advanced program allows you to explore your creative potential as you learn in-depth design research, craftsmanship, and industry-oriented production skills for your profession in the fashion industry.

Seneca offers exciting courses in applied textiles, knitwear design, fashion history, computer-aided design and production. Our Fashion Resource Centre – a unique collection of Canadian-worn garments and accessories — provides hands-on experience with our amazing fashion heritage.

Skills

Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

  • Design
  • Creative research
  • Trend forecasting
  • Clothing construction
  • Pattern making
  • Computer-aided designing

Affiliations/Associations

  • Apparel Affinity Group
  • Apparel Human Resource Council
  • Costume Society of Ontario (CSO)
  • Fashion Group International (FGI)
  • Fashion Takes Action
  • The Institute of Textile Science
  • The Textile Museum of Canada
  • Toronto Fashion Incubator (TFI)

Field Placement

Field Placement is a valuable component of the Fashion Arts program and is a requirement for graduation.

Career opportunities

When you graduate from this program, these are the types of career options that you can explore:

  • Designer
  • Assistant designer
  • Pattern maker
  • Grader
  • Sample maker
  • Production co-ordinator

You may pursue positions involving marketing, textiles and quality control.

Apply Now! January 2024
This intake is not applicable
Studies commence
Jan 8, 2024
Apply Now! September 2024
This intake is not applicable
Studies commence
Sep 3, 2024

Application deadlines apply to citizens of: United States

Apply Now! January 2024
This intake is not applicable
Studies commence
Jan 8, 2024
Apply Now! September 2024
This intake is not applicable
Studies commence
Sep 3, 2024

Application deadlines apply to citizens of: United States