Sept 2024 Entry
2 years
60-63 (plus 9 LCR credits)
The exact credits required for each AD/HD holder depends on the approved credits transferred. Students not meeting the equivalent standard of the undergraduate degree Language and Communication Requirements (LCR), based on their previous studies in AD/HD programmes and their academic performance, will be required to take additional credits (6 credits in English and 3 credits in Chinese) on top of the required credits.
The credit requirements of this programme are indicative only and subject to review.
The exact number of credits to be transferred will depend on the entry qualification of individual AD/HD admittees.
The programme codes for the 5 specialisms are:
14406-SYD: Fashion Design
14406-SYK: Knitwear Design
14406-SYC: Contour Fashion and Activewear
14406-SYB: Fashion Business
14406-SYT: Fashion Innovation and Technology
Students wishing not to select any specialism above can opt for the generic award- BA (Hons) in Fashion. The programme code of the generic award is 14406-SYF.
AD/HD graduates should apply for admission to the BA Scheme (14406-SY). They will select and pursue one of the five specialisms or the generic award after admission.
What's New
Programme Aims
The overall aim of the programme is to train competent professionals for the fashion business, equipping them to work in textiles, apparel, retailing, design, and related organisations. Graduates play an active role in the development of the global fashion and textiles industry in local and overseas markets. In addition to cultivating students’ professional competencies, the programme enhances their other essential competencies, such as entrepreneurship, social media marketing, and business analytics. This expands graduates’ skillsets to meet the needs of today’s business environment. They excel in leadership, teamwork, healthy lifestyle practices and lifelong learning; they become trend leaders, innovators, critical thinkers, and creative problem solvers; and they deploy effective communication and interpersonal skills. They are biliterate and trilingual, and they serve as informed and ethical leaders who promote social and national responsibility, engage in local and international affairs, act as responsible global citizens, and exhibit cultural and aesthetic appreciation with a global perspective.
Characteristics
Based on their desired careers and academic performance, students can choose one of the following five specialisms under the BA Scheme.
- Fashion Design
This specialism aims to nurture students’ creativity and design ability, and to develop their awareness of current and emerging technologies in the fashion and manufacturing environment and to enhance their understanding of relevant marketing and business practices.
- Knitwear Design
This specialism, similar to that of Fashion Design specialism, aims to nurture students’ creativity and design ability. In addition to the general education, students also attain the essential knowledge and skills of a knitwear designer.
- Contour Fashion and Activewear
This specialism aims to provide students with the necessary academic and practical knowledge of contour fashion and activewear, including the integration of design and technology aspects. It provides students with a supportive and inspiring learning environment to create imaginative designs using analytical and problem-solving abilities. It also encourages students’ independent judgement and critical thinking for the new development of contour fashion and activewear. Students are guided to attain first-hand experience of the latest technologies, modern materials and industrial practice.
- Fashion Business
This specialism equips students for global fashion business. Students will learn the fundamental management and business principles, contemporary environmental and social practices and operational knowledge of global fashion marketing and digital channels. In particular, it will develop students’ skills in defining, analysing and solving business problems in fashion retail and marketing, from fast to luxury fashion, and from fashion accessories to lifestyle products. Emphasis will be placed on the aspects of fashion sourcing, buying, market research, branding, digital marketing, omni-channel distribution, social media analytics, store management and distribution of fashion products in both local and global contexts. This specialism will ensure that students attain the necessary professional skills to initiate and carry out individual and team research project. Students will also acquire managerial, analytical and problem-solving skills for business from local and overseas internships opportunities.
- Fashion Innovation and Technology
This specialism nurtures graduates who have sound knowledge of fashion products and production processes; who are able to apply their knowledge within a technical, economic, managerial and commercial context; who are flexible and can adapt and respond to change; and who have the potential to become industrial leaders in product development, process innovation and production management in textiles and apparel in local and global markets.
The generic award- BA (Hons) in Fashion
Students wishing not to select any specialism can opt for the generic award - BA (Hons) in Fashion. The curriculum of BA (Hons) in Fashion provides a flexible choice of subjects that will increase students’ adaptability to the changing needs of the fashion industry. It aims to provide students with a critical understanding of contemporary practices in the digitalisation, design and development of fashion products, trends in the global and local fashion markets, business and retail environments critical to the fashion system, as well as the emerging technologies, innovations and manufacturing environment in the fashion industry.
There are also opportunities to gain on-the-job knowledge and experience in the workplace through placements in the industry.
Professional Recognition
Graduates with 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience can apply for an Associateship of the Textile Institute (ATI) in the UK.
Graduates can also apply for Graduate Membership of the Hong Kong Institution of Textile and Apparel (GHKITA).
Career Prospects
Our scheme-based education approach nurtures all-round talents with the design, technology and business knowledge they need for a wide range of career paths in the fashion industry. Graduates have career opportunities in the fashion and textiles industries and related fields, including the following.
Graduates of the BA (Hons) in Fashion (Fashion Design) can pursue careers in the fashion and lifestyle industry as womenswear / menswear designers, technical designers, digital designers, illustrators, stylists, editors and trend forecasters.
Graduates of the BA (Hons) in Fashion (Knitwear Design) can seek careers as fashion knitwear designers, digital knitting technologists, product developers, illustrators, stylists, editors and trend forecasters.
Graduates of the BA (Hons) in Fashion (Contour Fashion and Activewear) have the abilities needed to work as designers or technical designers in the development of various kinds of products, such as contour fashion, intimate apparel, functional garments, swimwear, sportswear, activewear, lace and embroidery, and fashion accessories. In recent years, many Hong Kong manufacturers have maintained their competitiveness and maximised their profit margins by switching from being low-cost original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to being high value-added original design manufacturers (ODMs) or even original brand manufacturers (OBMs). This has led to a substantial demand for professionals capable of designing and developing new products.
Graduates of the BA (Hons) in Fashion (Fashion Business) can develop careers in digital retailing and marketing, sustainability and compliance, brand development, international trade in fashion and textiles, visual merchandising and luxury fashion management. Our graduates are equipped with all the necessary skills to generate both online and offline business for the fashion industry and beyond.
Graduates of the BA (Hons) in Fashion (Fashion Innovation and Technology) can pursue careers in fashion and textile enterprises / companies or innovation institutions / centres as fashion / textile product designers and developers, R&D managers, fashion merchandisers, fashion house or production managers, fashion / textile techno consultants, quality control / functional evaluation experts, customer service professionals and fashion/textile product researchers and innovators.
Graduates of the generic award BA (Hons) in Fashion can pursue careers in the fashion and textiles industry and related fields as follows:
- Fashion and textile design;
- Knitwear design;
- Product development;
- Marketing/sales management;
- Buying/merchandising;
- Fashion retailing;
- Social media analytics;
- Luxury brand management;
- Global fashion management;
- Manufacturing/production; and
- Quality and colour control
Students admitted to the senior year of the 4-year degree programme must specialise in one of the following specialisms under our BA Scheme:
- Fashion Design
- Knitwear Design
- Contour Fashion and Activewear
- Fashion Business
- Fashion Innovation and Technology
Students selected not to be streamed in any specialism will obtain the generic award - BA (Hons) in Fashion.
Detailed curriculum for each specialism is listed below:
Fashion Design Specialism
| Pattern I (60 credits)* | Pattern II (63 credits)* |
| Subjects in Year 3 | |
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GE Essential Components for SYA Service Learning Subject SFT208FI Creative Use of Textiles SFT312FD Fashion Draping SFT313FD Advanced Fashion Design SFT315KD Knitwear Design |
GE Essential Components for SYA (Foundation Year Subject) SFT311FD Apparel Pattern SFT312FD Fashion Draping SFT313FD Advanced Fashion Design SFT315KD Knitwear Design |
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CAR English Language for SY CAR Chinese Language for SY SFT319FS Sustainable Fashion Design SFT334CP Professional Lang Skills & Project Prep (by Collection) SFT342DD 3D Design & Virtual Fitting SFT407FD Advanced Fashion Draping |
CAR English Language for SY SFT310FD Advanced Apparel Techniques SFT319FS Sustainable Fashion Design SFT334CP Professional Lang Skills & Project Prep (by Collection) SFT342DD 3D Design & Virtual Fitting SFT407FD Advanced Fashion Draping |
| Subjects in Year 4 | |
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SFT302DD 3D CAD in Pattern SFT304AF AI in Fashion Design SFT314FD 3D Printing for Fashion Design SFT406FD Textile Design SFT416CP Capstone Project by Collection |
SFT208FI Creative Use of Textiles SFT302DD 3D CAD in Pattern SFT304AF AI in Fashion Design SFT314FD 3D Printing for Fashion Design SFT406FD Textile Design SFT416CP Capstone Project by Collection |
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SFT408FD Portfolio Development SFT416CP Capstone Project by Collection Elective 1 Elective 2 |
Service Learning Subject CAR Chinese Language for SY SFT408FD Portfolio Development SFT416CP Capstone Project by Collection |
*Pattern I: for students with Fashion Design Backgrounds. Pattern II: for students without Fashion Design Backgrounds.
Knitwear Design Specialism
| Pattern I (60 credits)* | Pattern II (63 credits)* |
| Subjects in Year 3 | |
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GE Essential Components for SYA Service Learning Subject SFT208FI Creative Use of Textiles SFT315KD Knitwear Design SFT316KD Knitted Structure Design SFT317KD Knitwear Technology |
GE Essential Components for SYA (Foundation Year Subject) SFT311FD Apparel Pattern SFT315KD Knitwear Design SFT316KD Knitted Structure Design SFT317KD Knitwear Technology |
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CAR English Language for SY SFT318KD Yarn Design Project SFT319FS Sustainable Fashion Design SFT334CP Professional Lang Skills & Project Prep (by Collection) SFT342DD 3D Design & Virtual Fitting SFT409KD Advanced Knitwear Design |
SFT310FD Advanced Apparel Techniques SFT318KD Yarn Design Project SFT319FS Sustainable Fashion Design SFT334CP Professional Lang Skills & Project Prep (by Collection) SFT342DD 3D Design & Virtual Fitting SFT409KD Advanced Knitwear Design |
| Subjects in Year 4 | |
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CAR Chinese Language for SY SFT302DD 3D CAD in Pattern SFT304AF AI in Fashion Design SFT312FD Fashion Draping SFT416CP Capstone Project by Collection |
CAR English Language for SY SFT208FI Creative Use of Textiles SFT302DD 3D CAD in Pattern SFT304AF AI in Fashion Design SFT312FD Fashion Draping SFT416CP Capstone Project by Collection |
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SFT408FD Portfolio Development SFT416CP Capstone Project by Collection Elective 1 Elective 2 |
CAR Chinese Language for SY Service Learning Subject SFT408FD Portfolio Development SFT416CP Capstone Project by Collection |
*Pattern I: for students with Fashion/Knitwear Design Backgrounds. Pattern II: for students without Fashion/Knitwear Design Backgrounds.
Contour Fashion and Activewear Specialism
| Pattern I (60 credits)* | Pattern II (63 credits)* |
| Subjects in Year 3 | |
|
GE Essential Components for SYA SFT208FI Creative Use of Textiles SFT322CD Materials & Acc for Intimate Apparel & Activewear SFT323CD Contour Design SFT325CD Bra Construction SFT343CD Technical Design & Fitting |
GE Essential Components for SYA (Foundation Year Subject) SFT322CD Materials & Acc for Intimate Apparel & Activewear SFT323CD Contour Design SFT325CD Bra Construction SFT343CD Technical Design & Fitting |
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CAR English Language for SY Service Learning Subject SFT319FS Sustainable Fashion Design SFT324CD Sew-free Product Design & Development SFT333CP Professional Lang Skills & Project Prep (by Thesis) SFT410CD Activewear & Swimwear Design |
CAR English Language for SY SFT309FD Fashion Illustration SFT319FS Sustainable Fashion Design SFT324CD Sew-free Product Design & Development SFT333CP Professional Lang Skills & Project Prep (by Thesis) SFT410CD Activewear & Swimwear Design |
| SFT338E Professional Attachment | SFT338E Professional Attachment |
| Subjects in Year 4 | |
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SFT405FI Advanced Perf Evaluation of Functional Apparel SFT415CP Capstone Project by Thesis or SFT416CP Capstone Project by Collection (Cluster 1: Digital Design) (Cluster 2: AIDA in Fashion) |
Service Learning Subject SFT208FI Creative Use of Textiles SFT405FI Advanced Perf Evaluation of Functional Apparel SFT415CP Capstone Project by Thesis or SFT416CP Capstone Project by Collection (Cluster 1: Digital Design) |
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CAR Chinese Language for SY SFT342DD 3D Design & Virtual Fitting SFT415CP Capstone Project by Thesis or SFT416CP Capstone Project by Collection Elective 1 |
CAR Chinese Language for SY SFT342DD 3D Design & Virtual Fitting SFT415CP Capstone Project by Thesis or SFT416CP Capstone Project by Collection (Cluster 2: AIDA in Fashion) |
*Pattern I: for students with Fashion/Knitwear Design Backgrounds. Pattern II: for students without Fashion/Knitwear Design Backgrounds.
Fashion Business Specialism
| Pattern I (60 credits)* | Pattern II (63 credits)* |
| Subjects in Year 3 | |
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GE Essential Components for SYA SFT208FI Creative Use of Textiles SFT328FB Fashion Buying SFT329FB Fashion Visual Merchandising (Cluster 1: Digital Design) (Cluster 7: Fashion Sustainability) |
GE Essential Components for SYA (Foundation Year Subject) SFT328FB Fashion Buying SFT329FB Fashion Visual Merchandising SFT327FB Fashion Retail Mgt (Cluster 7: Fashion Sustainability) |
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CAR English Language for SY SFT330FB Fashion Digital Marketing SFT333CP Professional Lang Skills & Project Prep (by Thesis) SFT413FB Fashion Brand Mgt (Cluster 2: AIDA in Fashion) |
CAR English Language for SY SFT206FY Colour, Fashion Trends & History SFT330FB Fashion Digital Marketing SFT333CP Professional Lang Skills & Project Prep (by Thesis) SFT413FB Fashion Brand Mgt (Cluster 2: AIDA in Fashion) |
| Subjects in Year 4 | |
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Service Learning Subject CAR Chinese Language for SY SFT414FB Strategic Fashion Mgt SFT415CP Capstone Project by Thesis or SFT417CP Capstone Group Project by Thesis (Cluster 7: Fashion Sustainability) |
Service Learning Subject CAR Chinese Language for SY SFT208FI Creative Use of Textiles SFT414FB Strategic Fashion Mgt SFT415CP Capstone Project by Thesis or SFT417CP Capstone Group Project by Thesis (Cluster 1: Digital Design) |
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SFT412FB Fashion Market Intelligence SFT415CP Capstone Project by Thesis or SFT417CP Capstone Group Project by Thesis (Cluster 2: AIDA in Fashion) Elective 1 Elective 2 |
SFT412FB Fashion Market Intelligence SFT415CP Capstone Project by Thesis or SFT417CP Capstone Group Project by Thesis (Cluster 2: AIDA in Fashion) Elective 1 |
*Pattern I: for students with Fashion Backgrounds. Pattern II for students without Fashion Backgrounds.
Fashion Innovation and Technology Specialism
| New Pattern I (63 credits)* | New Pattern II (63 credits)* |
| Subjects in Year 3 | |
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GE Essential Components for SYA CAR English Language for SY CAR Chinese Language for SY SFT208FI Creative Use of Textiles SFT302DD 3D CAD in Pattern (Cluster 7: Fashion Sustainability)
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GE Essential Components for SYA CAR English Language for SY CAR Chinese Language for SY SFT202FY Introduction to Fashion Materials SFT208FI Creative Use of Textiles (Cluster 7: Fashion Sustainability) |
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Service Learning Subject SFT305AF AIDA in Fashion Innovation SFT 306FI Technical Textiles SFT307FI Coloration & Finishing of Fashion & Textiles SFT333CP Professional Lang Skills & Project Prep (by Thesis) |
SFT207DD Digital Product Creation SFT305AF AIDA in Fashion Innovation SFT 306FI Technical Textiles SFT307FI Coloration & Finishing of Fashion & Textiles SFT333CP Professional Lang Skills & Project Prep (by Thesis) |
| Subjects in Year 4 | |
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SFT308FI Fashion Quality Evaluation & Management SFT403FI Smart Textiles for Wearable Applications SFT405FI Advanced Perf Evaluation of Functional Apparel SFT415CP Capstone Project by Thesis or SFT417CP Capstone Group Project by Thesis Elective 1 (Cluster 7: Fashion Sustainability) |
SFT302DD 3D CAD in Pattern SFT308FI Fashion Quality Evaluation & Management SFT403FI Smart Textiles for Wearable Applications SFT405FI Advanced Perf Evaluation of Functional Apparel SFT415CP Capstone Project by Thesis or SFT417CP Capstone Group Project by Thesis (Cluster 7: Fashion Sustainability) |
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SFT342DD 3D Design & Virtual Fitting SFT402FI Fashion Product Development SFT415CP Capstone Project by Thesis or SFT417CP Capstone Group Project by Thesis (Cluster 2: AIDA in Fashion) Elective 2 |
Service Learning Subject SFT402FI Fashion Product Development SFT415CP Capstone Project by Thesis or SFT417CP Capstone Group Project by Thesis (Cluster 2: AIDA in Fashion) Elective 1 |
*Pattern I: for students with Fashion Backgrounds. Pattern II: for students without Fashion Backgrounds, 63 credits.
Students opt for non-specialism study will be awarded BA (Hons) in Fashion. The curriculum is as follows:
| New Pattern I (63 credits)* | New Pattern II (63 credits)* |
| Subjects in Year 3 | |
|
GE Essential Components for SYA CAR English Language for SY Service Learning Subject SFT208FI Creative Use of Textiles (Cluster 1: Digital Design) (Cluster 8: Contour Design) |
GE Essential Components for SYA CAR English Language for SY CAR Chinese Language for SY SFT202FY Introduction to Fashion Materials SFT209FD Fashion Design (Cluster 10: Fashion Business II) |
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SFT333CP Professional Lang Skills & Project Prep (by Thesis) (Cluster 2: AIDA in Fashion) (Cluster 3: Fashion Innovation) (Cluster 4: Fashion Design I) (Cluster 10: Fashion Business II) Elective 1 |
Service Learning Subject SFT204FY Introduction to Apparel Techniques SFT333CP Professional Lang Skills & Project Prep (by Thesis) (Cluster 3: Fashion Innovation) (Cluster 4: Fashion Design I) (Cluster 10: Fashion Business II) |
| Subjects in Year 4 | |
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CAR Chinese Language for SY SFT321FS Environmental, Social, and Governance in Fashion Business SFT415CP Capstone Project by Thesis or SFT417CP Capstone Group Project by Thesis (Cluster 10: Fashion Business II) Elective 2 |
SFT208FI Creative Use of Textiles SFT321FS Environmental, Social, and Governance in Fashion Business SFT415CP Capstone Project by Thesis or SFT417CP Capstone Group Project by Thesis (Cluster 1: Digital Design) (Cluster 8: Contour Design) Elective 1 |
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SFT402FI Fashion Product Development SFT415CP Capstone Project by Thesis or SFT417CP Capstone Group Project by Thesis Elective 3 Elective 4 |
SFT402FI Fashion Product Development SFT415CP Capstone Project by Thesis or SFT417CP Capstone Group Project by Thesis (Cluster 2: AIDA in Fashion) Elective 2 |
*Pattern I: for students with Fashion Backgrounds. Pattern II: for students without Fashion Backgrounds.
The above subject list is subject to revision. Offering of subjects is subject to the availability of teaching staff and viable enrolment number. The School has the discretion on the offering semester and class quota, which is limited by classroom capacity.
Capstone Project Requirement (for all specialisms)
Professional Language Skills and Project Preparation (by Thesis/Collection) (4 credits)
Capstone Project (by Thesis/Collection) (5 credits)/ Capstone Group Project (by Thesis)(5 credits)
Work-Integrated Education
As a graduation requirement, every student must complete a minimum of 3 weeks or 120 hours of Work-Integrated Education in an organizational context relevant to their future profession in the garment and textiles industry. This mandatory training must be completed before graduation.
More information on the subjects offered can be found here.
General University Requirement (GUR) Subjects
Senior Year admitted students are required to complete 9-18 credits to fulfill the GUR requirement as tabulated below:
| Areas | Credits |
|
Language and Communication Requirements (LCR)
(Students not meeting the equivalent standard of the Undergraduate Degree Language and Communication Requirements (LCR) based on their previous studies in AD/HD programmes and their academic performance will be required to take additional credits (6 credits in English and 3 credits in Chinese) on top of the required credits.) |
0-9 |
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Cluster-Area Requirements (CAR)
|
6 |
| Service-Learning (SL) | 3 |
|
Essential Components of General Education
E-modules on: 1. Academic Integrity 2. Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics 3. Innovation and Entrepreneurship 4. National Education |
Non-credit-bearing |
| Total | 9-18 |
60-63 (plus 9 LCR credits)
The exact credits required for each AD/HD holder depends on the approved credits transferred. Students not meeting the equivalent standard of the undergraduate degree Language and Communication Requirements (LCR), based on their previous studies in AD/HD programmes and their academic performance, will be required to take additional credits (6 credits in English and 3 credits in Chinese) on top of the required credits.
Scheme Director
Prof. Kit-lun Yick
PhD, BA (Hons)
Entrance Requirements
- An Associate Degree or a Higher Diploma in Fashion, Business, Design and Science, or equivalent.
Selection Criteria
Applicants may be invited to attend a written test and/or an interview to ascertain their suitability for the programme.
For further programme information, please contact:
The General Office (tel.: 2766 6500; email: sft.info@polyu.edu.hk).
Unlike other schools, SFT offers numerous laboratory sessions, which allowed me to put into practice the knowledge acquired in regular lectures, such as how to operate equipment like projectile weaving machines and design patterns for garments.
I am very grateful for the opportunities offered by SFT, which opened my eyes. I took a 2-month course at the University of British Columbia thanks to the Undergraduate Student Research Awards scholarship offered by PolyU’s Graduate School. Additionally, the extensive industry networks with renowned brands and retailers, such as Lane Crawford, Farfetch, and FR2, helped me find good internship opportunities.
My time at SFT was both challenging and rewarding. I learnt various practical skills and had the opportunity to express my creativity and collaborate with other students from different cultures and backgrounds there. The School also offered me many valuable opportunities, such as an internship at MCM, a global fashion brand. During this internship, I applied my knowledge and experience and gained invaluable insight into the current trends and challenges of the fashion industry. I also participated in a study tour, which allowed me to learn about the production process and the most advanced technologies in clothing. The opportunities offered by SFT have equipped me with a solid foundation for my future endeavours.
PolyU stood out when I was choosing a university because of its outstanding reputation, recognition, and commitment to providing high-quality education. Choosing fashion design at SFT as my major aligns perfectly with my career aspirations, as SFT offers a comprehensive and industry-relevant curriculum. The state-of-the-art facilities and experienced professors have played a pivotal role in shaping my academic journey.
Studying at SFT has been enriching, providing me with an in-depth understanding of fashion design, garment construction, and textile technology. Engaging lectures, practical workshops, and hands-on projects have sharpened my attention to detail and fuelled my passion for the future. The programme’s focus on industry collaborations and real-world projects has also equipped me with the practical skills needed to succeed in the fashion industry.
PolyU and SFT have given me many opportunities to broaden my horizons. I have been fortunate to receive a scholarship and actively participate in various competitions. These experiences have allowed me to unleash my creative prowess and create meaningful projects with tangible results.
Applicants are required to submit the copy of their Associate Degree/ Higher Diploma transcripts/ certificates during their online application.
Supplementary form is not required. Applicants will be invited via email to complete an online form with your application ID to declare your intended choices of Specialism in due course.
To assess the suitability of non-JUPAS candidates for the programme
Design specialisms: 15 - 30 minutes' interview; non-design specialisms: written test or 15 - 30 minutes' interview
(a) Suitable candidates for the Fashion Design/ Knitwear Design/Contour Fashion and Activewear specialisms will be invited to attend interview at PolyU or via MS Teams, so their suitability for the programme can be assessed. Those who are offered interviews are required to bring portfolio/ creative work of their work.
(b) Suitable candidates for the Fashion Business/ Fashion innovation and Technology specialisms may be invited to perform a written test or an interview at PolyU or via MS Teams.
