Apparel Design Product Development & Fashion Business

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TaF.tc's Advanced Diploma in Fashion Technology

Overview

TaF.tc's Advanced Diploma in Fashion Technology caters to the individual who wants the full suite of skills and knowledge needed to break into the Fashion Industry.

A holistic learning experience, one part of the programme guides students through each step in the business of fashion - from creating your brand, to utilising digital marketing to sell your products. This programme will also provide the fundamentals of quality assurance, merchandise planning, sourcing, tracking and costing of materials for your collection, allowing you to gain an insight into the key financials of your business.

The other part of the programme will deep-dive into technical skills like drafting, sewing, draping, pattern-making, and apparel development techniques. Your new-found skills will also be coupled with the latest in digital and virtual prototyping technologies, preparing you for the future of Fashion.

With TaF.tc.'s Advanced Diploma programme, you'll gain the tools needed to create and sustain your label while confidently navigating the demands of this dynamic industry.

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Course Structure

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Modules (25)
  • 1
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    08:00 16:00 02:00
    Learn all the fundamentals of garment construction in a week. Be exposed to the techniques employed in the fashion industry including how garments are constructed and the various seams and stitches utilized in the different components of a garment. With this knowledge, you can minimize impractical designs that cannot be replicated in mass production, eliminate misinterpretation in sampling and production, and improve communication in production specifications.
    26:00
  • 2
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    00:00 40:00 04:00
    This course will allow you to advance your knowledge on pattern drafting and garment construction. Through hands-on experiences, learn how to draft skirts and pants, and the sewing techniques involved in their construction. Classes mix hands-on activities, demonstrations and lectures to convey learning concepts in a multifaceted approach.
    44:00
  • 3
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    00:00 40:00 04:00
    This course will introduce the techniques necessary to draft pattern and sew basic tops. You will learn to develop different types of tops using basic block. This includes knowledge of necklines, collars and sleeve variation in pattern making. Gain these new skills through a variety of practical activities, demonstration and explicit teaching.
    44:00
  • 4
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    00:00 32:00 04:00
    Learn how a garment is made from pattern drafting, cutting and sewing. With the basic knowledge in drafting and sewing, you can progress to making patterns and sewing. This course covers basic threading of the industrial sewing machine and sewing techniques.
    36:00
  • 5
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    00:00 37:00 02:00
    This course aims to give participants a holistic understanding of how patterns and virtual garment samples can be created using Virtual Fit software. Students will be able to evaluate fit and style virtually and create pattern alteration, accessories and trims placement across all garment sizes thus eliminating the need for full-size set samples. Participants will learn to develop virtual library of pattern pieces, fabrics, accessories, trims and prints for their future reference. This course is highly recommended for Virtual Fit users to enhance their skill set.
    39:00
  • 6
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    08:00 24:00 04:00
    Start evaluating the commercial viability of your design/collection. Learn how to take steps towards fulfilling it through effective cost negotiation and a keen understanding of your costs based on design sketches/samples.
    36:00
  • 7
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    00:00 24:00 04:00
    This course provides the fundamentals and criteria for conducting apparel fit evaluation which is critical in the development of the final pattern draft before the garment goes into mass production. It is highly recommended for anyone involved in the technical design and prototyping process. You will learn how to conduct fit evaluation, identify issues from the fit evaluation, and alter patterns to address the various issues identified.
    28:00
  • 8
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    00:00 24:00 02:00
    Branding can play a significant part to make your brand stand out from the crowd, particularly in competitive markets. You will have an intensive, interactive, hands-on understanding of how to create your own brand from scratch including your brand name, logo, identifying your unique selling proposition, identifying your target market, brand positioning and developing the sales and marketing strategy.
    26:00
  • 9
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    00:00 40:00 04:00
    This course reverses the process of conventional pattern making by manipulating fabrics on the form before drawing the pattern. This specialized course allows individuals to understand how apparel design and paper patterns can be drafted through draping techniques. Conducted in an active, hands-on approach, student will learn the techniques necessary for design development and developing 3D patterns.
    44:00
  • 10
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    00:00 32:00 03:00
    Starting your own fashion business but unsure of the viability of your business plan? This course offers you a step by step approach to achieve your goal and help you develop a road map for your business. This module covers the creation of retail concept, conduct consumer demographic studies, research and develop sales and marketing strategies, merchandise strategies, financial plans and budgets as well as developing forecasts with action plans for reality checks. A good business plan with financials is time consuming but an absolute essential for you to have a successful business that’s going to survive the initial start-up.
    35:00
  • 11
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    00:00 70:00 04:00
    The world of fast fashion moves at an incredible pace, where changes in designs and colours can happen at the drop of a hat. This course will prepare you for the demands of the industry, and create a collection within the shortest possible time. The development of the design collection takes a look at both the inspirations and practical considerations that go into a design collection. Conceptualise your collection through runway shows, forecast information, directional trends and consumer demands. Get in touch with the process every step of the way from size specifications to overseeing the samples to the final fruition of a complete look all within a given scope. From this unique immersive approach, take your first brave steps into the Fashion Industry.
    74:00
  • 12
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    00:00 24:00 04:00
    Take your design from paper to working digital file using computer aided design software such as Adobe illustrator
    28:00
  • 13
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    00:00 14:30 01:30
    Traditional brick-and-mortar retail outlets are increasingly facing challenges across multiple fronts – from rising labour costs, to high rentals and overheads. In such a competitive environment, new businesses may find their profit margins rapidly eroded, which is why e-commerce platforms are becomingly critical to lean start-ups. In this module, you’ll learn the basics of setting up, maintaining, and operating an e-commerce store from stocktaking to shipping. You will also learn the fundamentals of how to enhance your customer’s online experience, such that you will be able to differentiate yourself in a crowded e-commerce environment.
    16:00
  • 14
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    08:00 16:00 02:00
    In the world of fast fashion today, managing production efficiency to achieve prompt delivery is key to success. Learn the art and science of production tracking and risk management in this course. This course will prepare you to handle multiple processes involved in life cycle of product from design concept to retail floor using production tracking tools.
    26:00
  • 15
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    09:00 23:00 02:00
    Go beneath the surface and learn various textiles, down to the fibers and the processes involved in weaving, dyeing and much more. This comprehensive course provides you with the ability to identify fabrics by their industry’s name, the fundamental knowledge to help you understand the risks of using certain fabrics, empowering you with the ability to trouble shoot issues related to textiles limitations. You will experience screen printing in class, e-learning and receive a complimentary copy of your very own fabric reference library consisting of 50 – 60 different types of fabric swatches.
    34:00
  • 16
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    00:00 14:00 02:00
    Inbound Marketing is the art of attracting, retaining, and cultivating new leads to your brand and product. This is done by creating valuable content or experiences that educate and delight your customer while satisfying their needs. In this module, you will experience using the basics of a Customer Relationship Management system (CRM), set up a customer database and mailing list, and understand how to reach out to customers via blog posts, email newsletters and videos.
    16:00
  • 17
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    08:00 24:00 02:00
    Technical drawing is an important tool to turn your creative thoughts into reality. Learn to communicate the details of your garments accurately and clearly to your manufacturer to ensure error-free production.
    34:00
  • 18
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    09:00 21:00 03:00
    Wish to know how to build quality into your products? Join this course to learn about the principles of quality management, statistical sampling, defects classification, product testing, safety standards, sample evaluation and report writing. The multifaceted delivery will aid you in identifying problem areas and developing solutions to assure quality in the end product.
    33:00
  • 19
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    00:00 16:30 01:30
    There has been an increasing focus on environmental sustainability in recent years. Sustainability strategies are now a major concern with higher demand for a reduced carbon footprint and natural resource conservation. To remain competitive, companies need to reduce the social and environmental impact of their supply chains. This course aims to help you address the demand by going in a green direction and building a sustainable fashion brand.
    18:00
  • 20
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    00:00 06:30 01:30
    Modern consumers rely on more than just advertising and word-of-mouth reviews in order to make a purchase decision. In fact, they are increasingly relying on Google searches - not only to find the best product for their needs, but also to find new products they might not have even considered before. In this environment, being able to pre-empt and address the needs of potential consumers via Google is increasingly important in drawing new customers to your product. In this module, you will learn the basics of how to create a Google Ads Search advertising campaign from scratch, understand how Google AdWords works, and how to measure and fine-tune your AdWords campaign parameters for optimal results.
    08:00
  • 21
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    08:00 24:00 03:00
    In today’s world, buying according to market trends and consumer demands is important to remain competitive in the fashion industry. This course aims to equip you with skills to forecast, budget and plan merchandising assortment with key focus on consumer centric buying and relevancy to market merchandising concept. Conducted in multifaceted manner, get the skills needed to maximize customer satisfaction and create lasting synergy between customer and brand.
    35:00
  • 22
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    00:00 06:30 01:30
    Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) is widely regarded as an important and fundamental part of any digital marketer’s arsenal, yet it still remains very misunderstood by many who still follow SEO techniques from the 1990’s and early 2000’s. SEO has come a long way since then, with Google setting quality benchmarks that all websites need to aspire to, or else face possible penalisation in their SEO rankings. In this module, you will learn what is SEO, the basics of optimising your website such that it will enhance your site's search rank and performance, and how to use tools to conduct competitor benchmarking.
    08:00
  • 23
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    00:00 14:30 01:30
    In today’s world, social media communication is key focus for all businesses. In this interactive module you will learn to identify marketing communication opportunities in new media, how to develop marketing communication plans, and how to evaluate the effectiveness of the social media platform in raising brand profile. The unit is delivered through lectures, group activities, Q&A sessions, group discussions and presentations.
    16:00
  • 24
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    08:00 16:00 02:00
    Strategic sourcing enhances efficiency and value, ultimately impacting the profitability of any organization. In this essential course, you’ll learn how to develop and implement a sourcing strategy. Conducted in multifaceted approach, you will acquire key skills such as sourcing tactics for various materials, supplier selection, vendor management, negotiation, effective communication and comprehension of import/export regulation and agreement between countries.
    26:00
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    08:00 24:00 04:00
    With the growing trend of buyers asking for value-added services, only factories who can offer design and product development services can compete in the global arena. Garment manufacturers have to develop their own product development team to meet their buyers’ requirements. It is also imperative to create the most relevant collection in the shortest time for the buyers, as lead time gets shorter. Product development is not just about the creation of new samples – it has to meet the criteria and the needs of the buyers. This course covers the various aspect of product development. From understanding the customers to the creation of design, articulate the various elements of product development and how to meet these challenges in the shortest possible time while giving the buyers the right product at the right time.
    36:00
Course Duration
  • Course Type Full Time
  • Course Intakes 2021
  • SSG Approved Training & Assessment Hours 766
  • Total Maximum Months (Full Time) 8
Career Opportunities
  • Fashion Designer
  • Assistant Pattern Maker
  • Technical Designer
  • Product Developer
  • Assistant Designer
  • Merchandiser
  • Assistant Merchandiser
  • Quality Control Auditor / Compliance Assistant Auditor
  • Technical Support Executive
  • Assistant Buyer
  • Retail Professional
  • Marketing Executive
  • Sourcing Executive
Entry Requirement

Singapore/PR Students:

  • Aged 18 years and above AND
  • GCE 'A' Levels with a minimum grade of D for three subjects, including English and Mathematics OR
  • Diploma Certificate OR
  • WSQ ES WPLN Level 5 and above

International Students:

  • Aged 18 years and above AND
  • High School Diploma equivalent to GCE ‘A’ Levels with minimum grade D for three subjects, including English and Mathematics AND
  • IELTS score 5.5 or TOEFL score 600

ALL students are required to have basic knowledge of computer and Microsoft Office

Graduation Requirements

Student must fulfil the following requirements:

  • 75% attendance rate of total training hours per module
  • Assessed and be competent for every module
Student Pass Holders – a minimum of 90% attendance per month will be required.
Certificate Issuance
Upon successful completion of each module within the course, you will be awarded the Workforce Skills Qualification (WSQ) Statement of Attainment (SOA) by SkillsFuture Singapore, or TaF.tc's Certificate of Completion. After successful completion of all modules within the course, you will be awarded the WSQ Diploma in Fashion Technology (Apparel Design and Product Development), the WSQ Diploma in Fashion Technology (Merchandising & Marketing), the Diploma in Fashion Business certification by TaF.tc, the Diploma in Apparel Design and Product Development certification by TaF.tc, and the Advanced Diploma in Fashion Technology certification by TaF.tc. WSQ certification is nationally endorsed and recognised by industry partners. MDIS accepts students with either the WSQ Diploma in Fashion Technology (Apparel Design and Product Development) or WSQ Diploma in Fashion Technology (Merchandising & Marketing) into Year 2 of Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Fashion Product and Promotion offered by University of Sunderland. Atelier Chardon Savard (ACS) accepts students with TaF.tc’s Advanced Diploma in Fashion Technology into Year 2 of ACS Fashion Designer Program Level II, subject to portfolio review and completion of a two-week bridging programme focused on drawing and illustration prior to entry. For more information, please contact Miriam at miriam@taftc.org.
Course Fee
All Singaporean/PRs (SSG)

SkillsFuture Singapore Grant (SSG)
All Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents

  • Application Fee S$ 180.00
  • GST (7%) S$ 12.60
  • Total Application Fees (Inclusive of GST) S$ 192.60
  • Full Course Fee S$ 31,385.00
  • Less: SSG Grant S$ 22,862.50
  • GST (7%) S$ 596.56
  • Total Fees Payable (Inclusive of GST) S$ 9,119.06
Singaporean (SFMCES)

SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Funding (SFMCES)
All Singaporeans aged 40 years and above

  • Application Fee S$ 180.00
  • GST (7%) S$ 12.60
  • Total Fees Payable (Inclusive of GST) S$ 192.60
  • Full Course Fee S$ 31,385.00
  • Less: SSG Grant S$ 22,862.50
  • Less: SFMCES S$ 5,384.00
  • GST (7%) S$ 596.56
  • Total Fees Payable (Inclusive of GST) S$ 3,735.06
SMEs (ETSS)

Enhanced Training Support Funding (ETSS)
SME with employment size ≤ 200 or annual sales turnover ≤ S$ 100 million
Company must be registered or incorporated in Singapore
At leat 30% local shareholding is held by Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
Employees are Singaporean / PR

SME can claim additional 20% of full gross fee under ETSS where applicable
To check ETSS eligibility, contact our programme advisor at +65 3158 9328
so that they could check directly with the Grant Calculator system on your eligibility.

  • Application Fee S$ 180.00
  • GST (7%) S$ 12.60
  • Total Application Fees(Inclusive of GST) S$ 192.60
ETSS
  • Full Course Fee S$ 31,385.00
  • Less: SSG Grant S$ 22,862.50
  • Less: ETSS S$ 5,384.00
  • GST (7%) S$ 596.56
  • Total Fees Payable (Inclusive of GST) S$ 3,735.06
Non ETSS
  • Full Course Fee S$ 31,385.00
  • Less: SSG Grant S$ 22,862.50
  • GST (7%) S$ 596.56
  • Total Fees Payable (Inclusive of GST) S$ 9,119.06
International Students
  • Application Fee S$ 650.00
  • GST (7%) S$ 45.50
  • Total Application Fees(Inclusive of GST) S$ 695.50
  • Full Course Fee S$ 31,385.00
  • GST (7%) S$ 2,196.95
  • Total Fees Payable (Inclusive of GST) S$ 33,581.95
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