Duration

4 Years ( August 2008- May 2012)

Eligibility

10+2 pass in any discipline with minimum 50% marks.

Location

Delhi

India has a rich history of textile design and a strong manufacturing base. The country’s traditional, handloom sector co-exists with the highly mechanised mill sector and the decentralized powerloom sector. The industry is also receiving global recognition with many international designers now sourcing fabric from India. Designers in the textile industry have a wide range of roles and responsibilities and are frequently required to make design decisions throughout the manufacturing process. Therefore there is a growing need for designers with technical and aesthetic proficiency.  Design has emerged as a serious concern as industry strives to create a new  value proposition for competitive niche positioning. Therefore there is a growing need for designers with technical and aesthetic proficiency.

LEVEL 1: Basic Knowledge, Skills and Concepts

Level 1 aims to develop sensitivity in design and acquire basic knowledge and skills for textile designing. This level will have modules in application of color concepts & principles for: printing, weaving, knitting, & embroidery. The module will preliminarily emphasize on conceptualization of design ideas, processes & final execution.

LEVEL 2: Application and Practice

The program continues with professional approach for design development with a special focus on practical experience through industry related projects.  This level will have design subjects with a blend of technology. Level 2 concentrates on design development of ideas, through an understanding of the commercial and technical aspects of the textile industry. This will equip the students to develop design competency skills as per the industry environment requirement.  Year 3 provides an opportunity to students to study elsewhere in India or abroad at an approved textile institute. In this level a compulsory industrial training will familiarize the students with the actual atmosphere, pace and discipline of professional practice and the working culture of the textile industry.

LEVEL 3: Consolidation

Level 2 focuses on self-study under tutorial guidance, for an independent working culture.  It aims to consolidate and implement the creative, technical and industrial experience. This level aims to produce a innovative, well-informed and motivated professional with the ability to analyze, synthesize and conclude various complex issues related to design, planning and technical management.

Thread Works

At the end of Level 3, students have the opportunity to exhibit their final collections in the public arena, where celebrated textile designers observe their creations; industry interests prospect creative talent for absorption in their design departments, or even engage them in freelance capacity. Top performers receive awards at the hands of well-known designers. All exhibitors benefit from the design insight shared by the accomplished visitors, a value that students are able to carry into their budding professional careers.

Careers

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