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Duration

01 Years

Class Schedule

05 Days/Week

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About AAFT

Access to state of the art equipment and industry-centric curriculum, shaping future success.

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Education
Legacy
33 Years
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Alumni
Network
35000+
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Right at the
heart of
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Our Collaborations

“Fashion is the art you wear; design is
the language it speaks. Together, they express who you truly are.”

The Course is Designed For

The PG Diploma in Fashion & Design blends creative design principles with modern media and branding tools. This diploma program is designed to focus on hands-on learning in fashion styling, illustration, garment construction and visual storytelling.

Career Trajectory
Career Trajectory
  • Fashion Designer
  • Textile Designer
  • Fashion Illustrator
  • Fashion Stylist
  • Costume Designer
  • Trend Forecaster
  • Visual Merchandiser
Skills Acquisition
Skills Acquisition
  • Design Thinking
  • Fashion Illustration & Sketching
  • Textile Science and Fundamentals
  • Styling for Editorial, Runway & Retail
  • Fashion Trend Research
  • Portfolio Development
  • Ethical Fashion Practices

Course Highlights

The program PG Diploma in Fashion & Design is an industry-aligned 80:20 assessment structure - with 80% focus on practical sessions and live projects, fashion shows and portfolio development and 20% on written assessments, strategic thinking and critical analysis. This program offers a holistic development of both artistic expression and intellectual understanding, preparing students for real-world fashion careers.

Throughout the program, you will engage in interactive lectures, sketching / illustration, hands-on garment construction and exclusive masterclasses 1:1 vocal tutorials by renowned fashion designers and industry leaders.

At AAFT, you’ll learn from a team of accomplished educators and active industry professionals—including renowned fashion designers and industry leaders. Their ongoing involvement in national and international projects keeps the curriculum relevant, future-facing, and aligned with industry trends.

The PG Diploma in Fashion & Design program also offers valuable exposure through guest lectures, on-campus masterclasses, professional studio visits, and opportunities for expert mentorship and industry consultation, giving you insights that go beyond the classroom.

AAFT provides a strong commitment and assurance for employment prospects upon completion of your academic programs. We have developed strong alliances with numerous industrial partners.

We organize job fairs and offer career counseling services to improve students' prospects for employment (more on EDGE and CARE). We provide training to students to ensure their abilities are in line with the expectations of the industry.

Curriculum Breakdown

  • History of Fashion
  • Textile Studies
  • Elements and Principles of Fashion Design
  • Fashion Illustration - I
  • CAD - I
  • Design Project

  • Fashion Marketing & Merchandising
  • Surface Ornamentation
  • Fashion Illustration - II
  • Pattern Making and Garment Construction - II
  • CAD - II
  • Design Project - II

Academic Practices

The course blends creative vision with strategic communication, combining hands-on styling practice with fashion theory, media tools and visual storytelling. Through industry projects, fashion campaigns, internships and a final communication portfolio, you will develop a unique narrative style that reflects both creativity and market awareness.

Master industry standard tools like Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator

Apply problem-solving skills and learn about fashion and media

Master media involvement in uplifting the fashion landscape

Learn about professionalism, integrity and cultural sensitivity in fashion

Conceptualizing ideas and understanding design process

Selecting fabrics, cutting patterns and creating new design collection

Master poster designing, brochure and fashion illustration

Portfolio Development

Styling as per theme or occasion

Industrial Training

Life at School of Fashion & Design

Infrastructure

Learn from Industry Veterans

AAFT Boats of a highly qualified and experiences team of professor who hold impeccable industrial acumen after having led successful careers in their respective fields.

Rina Dhaka

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A career spanning decades in fashion, Dhaka is a trailblazer in the fashion industry. Renowned for her innovative designs blending traditional and modern elements, she has garnered global acclaim. Dhaka's commitment to sustainability and traditional craftsmanship has earned her numerous accolades, including the Rajiv Gandhi Excellence Award & Yuva Rattan Award. She joins AAFT as Industry Dean, bringing her wealth of experience and award-winning expertise to inspire and mentor future fashion leaders.

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Who Can Apply?

We attract exceptional candidates who possess a blend of intellectual curiosity, leadership potential and a passion for music, thereby creating a cohort of promising future leaders.

Eligibility Criteria

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Candidate must have a 10+2 from a recognized university/institution

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Candidate must have a minimum of 50% marks in Bachelor's

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Candidate need to clear the AAFT Global Entrance Test (GET)

Step to Apply?

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Candidate must have a 10+2 from a recognized university/institution

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A personal interview will be conducted to screen your application.

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Post the admission round, the admission letter will be rolled out to the selected candidates.

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Frequently Asked Question!

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A fashion stylist needs creativity, trend awareness, strong visual storytelling, communication skills and eye for detail. A fashion stylist is required to have strong knowledge of the brand, photography, digital media and fashion history. In addition, adaptability and teamwork is also important when working on shoots, campaigns and assignments across different platforms.

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With the Indian Fashion Industry booming, the sector is offering ample opportunities in fields like branding, visual merchandising, makeup and styling. With the rise of social media influencers, makeup artists, fashion bloggers and e-commerce, professionals from the fashion industry are in high-demand.

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Below mentioned are some of the career opportunities after completing Diploma in Fashion Communication and Styling.

  • Fashion Stylist
  • Visual Merchandiser
  • Fashion Journalists
  • Social Media Strategists
  • Brand Managers
  • Image Consultants
  • Fashion Content Creators

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No, it is not mandatory to know how to sketch or design in order to join a styling course. While the focus is more on trend analysis, visual presentation and coordination, styling is about how you curate and communicate fashion, not necessarily creating garments from scratch.

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