Location:

Dusseldorf, Germany

Program Type:

Study Abroad

Degree Level:

Graduate

Term:

Fall Semester, Winter Semester

Program Overview

Program Description:

The Master’s Degree programmes combine acquired knowledge of the subject Fashion Design with new and innovative approaches. The objective is to merge practice-oriented education with a conceptional methodology so as to expand their capabilities and career prospects. This study programme enables students to develop and promote their individual identities during the respective major study course. MA. Graduates at FDI are educated to have an understanding of contemporary fashion trends and their practical realisation, based on the sound expertise of the relevant context and the available marketing opportunities. To ensure an international focus, FDI offers three major study courses within the Master’s programme. In the major study courses, the respective projects are planned and executed both within the group, as well as in joint cross-thematic workshops. This provides the students with an insight into the fashion world and therefore encourages the creative process in all three areas.

A Bachelor’s degree must have been successfully completed in either an arts- or science-based study programme. Admission is decided upon after receipt of a written application. This is possible at any time and contains alongside credentials, work samples and a “Letter of motivation”. Language skills: English, fluent (spoken and written) PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS: excellent perceptive faculties spatial sense creativity drawing talent personal initiative teamwork skills an interest in fashion

MA. FASHION MANAGEMENT ( AS FROM OCTOBER 2016 ) The MA. degree programme Fashion Management deals thematically with the international marketing of fashion with the help of project work. This study programme is aimed at students who have completed their studies in design or marketing. The objective of this study programme is to identify and understand the complexities of marketing fashion. This knowledge is applied to individual case studies in practical projects. MA. Fashion Management deals with the global marketing of fashion so as to prepare the students for future international assignments. The core activities in Fashion Management provide insights into the creative development of fashion and contribute to a better understanding and marketing.

Setting Description:

The selection process at our institute deviates from that of state-run universities. We place emphasis on individual assistance and accept students all year round. In addition to his/her abilities and motivation, we also consider the personality of each applicant, therefore the personal interview takes centre stage alongside the submission of a creative portfolio and completion of a questionnaire. APPLICATION: A detailed application and the successful participation in a personal interview decide on the admission. The written application contains: letter of motivation CV (including photo) creative portfolio all diplomas and certificates relevant to the application Please send your documents either along with the signed admission form as pdf files, or a download link to [email protected], or by post to: Fashion Design Institut Düsseldorf Campus -Master – Oberbilker Allee 282-286 40227 Düsseldorf

Cost:

DURATION: 12 months full-time studies with 120 ECTS credit points COSTS: 10.000 Euro for FDI-students 11.000 Euro for EU-students 14.000 Euro for all other students 600 Euro Application fee Payable for EU students and students of all other countries in one installment. All fees are to be paid before the start of the Master?s studies. LAUNCHDATE: 1 October each year Here you will find an overview of the various funding and financing options when studying at Fashion Design Institut. GOVERNM