The Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Technical Apparel Design attracts graduates from a wide range of disciplines, including fashion, textile design, product design, industrial design, interior design, engineering, business or kinesiology. It also appeals to professionals working in areas of design, health and well-being, engineering, sport, and ergonomics. These professionals are drawn to furthering their education to keep up with today's global economy and innovative technologies, along with cultural and environmental sustainability issues. Students who enjoy success are critical thinkers and independent learners, driven to explore in a creative learning environment that allows unexpected, surprising, and delightful ideas to emerge. Many are currently employed in design, engineering, business, or kinesiology, which is why our program has a flexible model ensuring that applicants who are currently employed can attend without putting their careers on hold. Through our program, in four semesters, you’ll gain the research, design, business and leadership skills needed to join the next generation of design innovator. When you embark on a Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Technical Apparel Design, you'll join an industry that pushes the limits of human potential. From giving elite athletes a competitive edge to saving the lives of outdoor enthusiasts, this booming industry blends creativity with cutting-edge technology to allow humans to move faster, survive longer and explore further.
Career Path
Our graduates are positioned to become leaders in a wide range of research, design, product development and manufacturing roles. You could also pursue roles in industrial design, the healthcare industry, and business development by launching startups and products into the market. Direct careers include Technical Apparel Designer, Performance Wear Developer, Garment Technologist, Pattern Engineer (CAD-based), Fit and Wear Testing Specialist, Athletic Gear Designer, Ergonomic Apparel Specialist, Smart Fabric Integration Technician, Medical Textile Developer, Biomechanical Design Consultant.
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;
1. WASSCE Certificate/A-Level
2. School Transcript
3. Passport
4. Recommendation Letter
5. CV
Kwantlen Polytechnic University accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, evidence of English study within a 12 year education system where English is designated as the primary and official language and the principal language of instruction. For applicants who do not yet meet the English language requirement, there are two pathways to achieve the necessary level:
Pre sessional English Programme; Students may successfully complete a preparatory English programme offered by the university before beginning their academic course. Recognized English Proficiency Tests; Students may submit one of the following minimum scores prior to the start of their program: IELTS: 6.5 overall band score (or equivalent), TOEFL or PTE: Score of 60, Duolingo English Test: Score of 120.
