Bachelor of Design - Fashion and Technology

The Bachelor of Design in Fashion and Technology prepares you for careers in the apparel industry by simulating a professional working environment. Our four-year program is selective entry, meaning we accept only the most promising students and give them the individual attention they need to meet their potential. The program is also limited intake with first-year seats only available each Fall. This is a full-time program taken over eight semesters (Fall and Spring). To ensure that our students are global citizens with strong critical thinking skills, our curriculum combines specific fashion and technology courses with a wide range of electives in business and humanities courses. Our faculty include industry leaders who are plugged into the global fashion scene. Our graduates are not only industry-ready but are also original thinkers who can problem-solve and create novel solutions — necessary skills for the designers of the future. Our classrooms are equipped with cutting-edge technology used by industry.

Career Path

Graduates of our program have the design skills, business acumen and marketing savvy needed to succeed in the fashion industry. Become a fashion entrepreneur and start your own line. Become a freelance designer. Work in the design, marketing or production department for world-renowned apparel companies. Work in smaller design houses in a role that encompasses all aspects of the business.

Eligibility

Limited Intake

We have a limited number of admissions for this course. We advise students to apply early.

Post Study Work Visa

Post Study Work Visa availability - YES

Admission Requirement

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Kwantlen Polytechnic University below
  • WASSCE/A level Certificate
  • School Transcript
  • Passport
  • Recommendation Letter

English Language Requirement

Kwantlen Polytechnic University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit 

1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Intakes

September, 2025

From January, 2025 to May, 2025

Open

September, 2026

From May, 2025 to May, 2026

Open

September, 2027

From May, 2026 to May, 2027

Open