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Diploma of Advanced Fashion Design
Raffles College of Higher Education
- Singapore, Singapore
- 1.5 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
An 18-month full-time advanced diploma that deepens studio practice in fashion design.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate core knowledge in Advanced Fashion Design. Apply analytical and practical methods to discipline-specific problems. Communicate ideas effectively in academic and professional settings. Work collaboratively and apply ethical professional practice.
Career outcomes
- Fashion entrepreneur
- Design director
- Fashion designer
- Fashion consultant
- Fashion forecaster
- Fashion merchandiser or buyer
- Fashion stylist
- Fashion illustrator
- Fashion photographer
- Pattern designer or maker
- Textile colorist
- Technical designer
- CAD designer
Curriculum
- 18-Month
- 310-credit programme with 22 core modules
- Including 20th century styles and trends
- Couture techniques
- Developing fashion and textiles
- Pattern drafting
- Menswear and mini collection workshops
- CAD digital portfolio
- Brand management
- A project workshop and an industrial attachment.
Entry requirements
Academic
- IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
- Completion of the Raffles Singapore Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum age 16.
Accepted academic background
Completion of Raffles Singapore Diploma or equivalent, Age 16+.
Language tests
- IELTS 5.5
Documents you’ll need
- Passport copy
- Academic certificates and transcripts
- English proficiency evidence
- Recent photograph
- Application form
- Financial and visa supporting documents for international enrollment.
How to apply
- Visit the official website. Select the intended program and intake. Complete the application form. Submit academic certificates
- Transcripts
- Passport details
- A recent photograph
- English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee. Accept the offer and complete the required tuition deposit and Student Pass documentation. Follow the enrollment instructions provided by the college.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $38,150 SGD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $1,090 SGD |
| Deposit | $5,000 SGD |
Program details
| Campus | Raffles @ 111 Somerset |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Design |
| Department | Fashion Design |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 310 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
1 Oct 2026
ClosedProgram starts
April 2027
Apply by
1 Jan 2027
48 days leftProgram starts
July 2027
Apply by
1 Apr 2027
138 days leftProgram starts
October 2027
Apply by
1 Jul 2027
229 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1.5 years.
The next deadline is 1 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $38,150 SGD per year. The application fee is $1,090 SGD. The deposit is $5,000 SGD. The estimated living cost is $17,640 SGD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 5.5.