Fashion & Clothing Technology in Polytechnics: Everything To Know!

We've been contacted a few times about the course, "FASHION DESIGN & CLOTHING TECHNOLOGY". This is a course commonly found in the polytechnics in Nigeria. When students wish for this course, you easily understand what they're up to. They might be gifted fashion-makers, fashion lovers, or trained designers who wish to get higher certifications for their training and expertise.

On most occasions, after speaking with these prospective aspirants about the course, some of them are left disappointed with their new findings about it. Some will just be qualified for it not only by the JAMB score but possibly with the O'level or SSCE subject requirements. Some are left disappointed when they find out that the course is not just what they're thinking about.

Hence, in this post, we will be covering, among other things, what "FASHION DESIGN & CLOTHING TECHNOLOGY" is about, which polytechnics are offering it, and its requirements (SSCE and JAMB). With this, you will be able to know if the course is right for you or if you have what it takes.

What is Fashion Design & Clothing Technology About?

Fashion Design & Clothing Technology is a multidisciplinary field that encompasses the design, creation, production, and marketing of clothing and accessories. It involves a combination of creativity, technical skills, and business acumen.

This is a comprehensive course, as detailed by INSPIRE POLYTECHNICS, LAGOS STATE. The polytechnic, like any other polytechnic, will cover the following aspects of learning during the national diploma classes:

1. Basic Tailoring
2. Tools and Equipment
3. Fabrics
4. Sketching and Illustration
5. Stitching
6. Embroidery and Decoration
7. Fashion Technology
8. Pattern Making
9. Jewellery Design
10. Merchandising Management
11. Introduction to Computers
12. Introduction to CAD
13. Designing with fabrics
14. Couture finishing
15. Native wears unisex
16. Complete casual outfit with lining and without lining
17. Party wear
18. Office wear
19. Trouser block (manipulation for different production)
20. High waist
21. Jumpsuit/playsuit
22. Manipulation of the skirt into different model skirts
23. Working with stretch fabric
24. Jackets & Waistcoats
25. Dinner dresses
26. Wedding gowns
27. Accessories
28. Fabric sourcing
29. Beading of clothing
30. Manipulation of different block patterns to produce different garments
31. Trimmings
32. Stoning of clothing

Students are also expected to be well-equipped on completion of the program with adequate knowledge of:

1. Cat Walk (Fashion Show)
2. Events participation and visits exhibiting own items (sales of items made by graduating students)
3. Course content designed considering current software testing technology on the job market
4. Practical learning experience with live project work

Is Fashion Design & Clothing Technology an Art, Science, or Commercial Course?

It's a three-in-one course. This is because there are aspects of it that involve arts, science, and social science. However, it's more a science course than arts and commercial. So, science students will be in a better position to apply.

Fashion Design & Clothing Technology is a field that blends elements of art, science, and commerce.

1. Art: Fashion design involves creativity, aesthetic sensibility, and artistic expression. Designers create clothing, accessories, and footwear that reflect cultural trends, individual styles, and artistic vision. They often draw inspiration from various sources such as nature, history, art movements, and social issues.
2. Science: Clothing technology encompasses the scientific aspects of fabric properties, garment construction, textile manufacturing, and apparel engineering. Understanding the characteristics of different fabrics, dyes, finishes, and production processes requires knowledge of chemistry, physics, and materials science. Additionally, advancements in textile technology, such as smart fabrics and sustainable materials, involve cutting-edge research and innovation.
3. Commercial: Fashion design and clothing technology are also deeply rooted in commerce. The fashion industry is a global business driven by consumer demand, market trends, branding, marketing, and sales. Students in this field learn about the business side of fashion, including merchandising, retailing, supply chain management, fashion marketing, and entrepreneurship. Understanding market dynamics, consumer behavior, and industry trends is essential for success in the fashion business.

Institutions Offering Fashion Design & Clothing Technology

A search in the official JAMB brochure and individual schools' admission portals reveals the following institutions:

1. Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi, Edo State
2. Federal Polytechnic, Ede, Osun State
3. Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State
4. Hussaini Adamu Federal Polytechnic, Kazaure, Jigawa State
5. Kaduna Polytechnic, Kaduna, Kaduna State
6. Yaba College of Technology, Yaba, Lagos State
7. Adeseun Ogundoyin Polytechnic, Eruwa, Oyo State
8. Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku, Delta State
9. Benue State Polytechnic, Ugbokolo, Benue State
10. Institute of Management and Technology, Enugu, Enugu State
11. Kano State Polytechnic, Kano, Kano State
12. Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, Osun State
13. The Polytechnic, Ibadan, Oyo State
14. Inspire Polytechnic, Lagos State
15. Kalac Christal Polytechnic, Sangotedo, Lekki, Lagos State

Admission Requirements for Fashion Design & Clothing Technology

Most institutions require the following:

1. SSCE or its equivalents: 5 O’ Level Credit Passes in English Language, Mathematics, and any other three subjects from Economics, Agricultural Science, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Government/Civic Education, Fine Art, Technical Drawing, and Clothing and Textile.
2. JAMB Subjects: Chemistry and any two of Biology, Agricultural Science, Physics, or Mathematics.

Specific Institution Requirements:

Yaba College of Technology, Yaba, Lagos State:

1. O' Level: Five credits in English Language, Mathematics, Fine Art/Visual Art/Biology/Agricultural Science/Clothing & Textile/Garment Design, and any other two subjects from a specified list.
2. JAMB: English Language, Biology, and any two from Mathematics/Economics, Government/Visual Arts, and Chemistry/Agricultural Science.

Adeseun Ogundoyin Polytechnic, Eruwa, Oyo State:

1. O' Level: Five credit passes in Mathematics, English Language, and any other three relevant subjects.
2. JAMB: Any four subjects from Arts/Social Science.

Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, Osun State:

1. O' Level: Minimum of 5 credits in subjects including English Language, Mathematics, and any other three from a specified list.
2. JAMB: Accepts any four of the listed O' Level course requirements as UTME subjects.

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