Course subjects:

• • Taking measurements and constructing basic blocks.
  • Pattern blocks to include a bodice, skirt, trousers and one piece sleeve.
  • Pattern adaptations to include dart manipulation and cut and spread.
  • Construction of master patterns and samples.
  • Basic construction and sewing skills.
  • Proficient handling of industrial sewing machines.
  • Pressing techniques.
  • Formation of a reference manual of all pattern blocks studied.

This course is perfect for you if:

• you already have a bachelor’s degree and want to switch career;
• you completed high school and want to move up on the career ladder;
• you are not sure if you want to follow a full BA programme;
• you are working in another industry and would like to learn how to manufacture a garment;
• you would like to develop your technical skills to a professional standard.

We don’t ask for any formal qualifications, and it isn’t necessary to have knowledge of pattern cutting and sewing as this course will teach the basics. However, we do believe you’ll get more out of our course if you have an interest in and experience of art and design more generally.

Step 1: Fill out the Request for Information form or sign up to an Open Day;

Step 2: We will send you more details by email and we will schedule a call or meeting with you;

Step 3: After the call or meeting, we will send you by email the Application form;

Step 4: Submit the application form, letter of motivations, curriculum vitae, digital copy of your passport and proof of payment of the enrolment fee (€ 125).

Step 5: We will send you the invoice and we will confirm your enrolment once we receive the payment of the tuition fee.

Tuition fee: € 2.050*

Application fee: € 175**

The Amsterdam Fashion Academy is a non-governmental and non-subsidized institute.

Not eligible to receive studiefinanciering.

Fees are equal for Europen and non-European students.

*Early bird tuition fee of €1.850 available if you apply and pay the fees before 29th of November, 2023 (Spring 2024 edition)

**Application fee is due at the moment of registration.