Final Project

The semester usually ends with several major evaluations.

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Final Assessment

  • Presentation of your research and concept
  • Submission of your portfolio
  • Submission of technical documentation
  • Exhibition of your garments
  • Live fashion show or runway presentation
  • Jury critique from faculty and industry professionals
  • Oral defense of your collection
  • Reflection on your design process
02

Graduation Outcomes

By graduation, you'll typically have:

  • A complete fashion collection (often 6–12 looks)
  • A polished physical and digital portfolio
  • A professional lookbook
  • High-quality editorial photographs of your garments
  • A résumé/CV and personal brand identity
  • Technical documentation (tech packs, patterns, specification sheets)
  • Experience presenting your work in a runway show or exhibition
  • A body of work ready to apply for jobs, internships, freelance projects, or launch your own fashion label

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