Program Overview
Study fashion design in Nashville, where the industry is thriving. We'll put you in the center of the action, with excellent internship and employment opportunities. Local businesses are an extension of our classrooms. We have the experts and connections you need to develop your skills. Immerse yourself in a personal, spiritually-minded fashion community. You'll have access to our historic archive including Halston, a world-renowned designer. Our collection includes historic garments from every decade since 1890 — including designer clothes.
Search through our scrapbooks and hundreds of clothing patterns (think Elizabeth Taylor, Jackie Kennedy Onassis, Liza Minnelli and more) for inspiration. Take part in fashion shows. Study abroad opportunities include a two-week fashion course in Florence, Italy, along with a one-week New York study tour.
Courses
Fashion and Design Core (6 hours):
- AR 1723 - New Media Studio
- FD 1323 - Basic Design
Fashion Design Core (39 hours):
- FD 1011 - Professional Orientation
- FD 1113 - Clothing Construction I
- FD 1123 - Clothing Construction II
- FD 2113 - Textiles
- FD 2133 - Fashion Industry
- FD 3103 - History of Costume
- FD 3123 - Display and Promotion
- FD 3133 - Flat Pattern Design
- FD 3143 - 20th Century Fashion
- FD 3153 - Draping
- FD 404V - Internship in Fashion and Design
- FD 4092 - Senior Seminar
- AR 1213 - Color Theory
- AR 1063 - Figure Drawing
Fashion Design Major Electives (9 hours):
- ENT 2503 - An Introduction to Business
- FD 37nV - Special Topics
- FD 400V - Travel
- FD 401V - Independent Study and Research
- FD 404V - Internship in Fashion and Design
- IT 2223 - Web Application Development I
- MK 3503 - Principles of Marketing
Student to Faculty Ratio
Our Faculty
Career Paths
Fashion Designers
Fashion designers create original clothing, accessories, and footwear. They sketch designs, select fabrics and patterns, and give instructions on how to make the products they design.
