Program Overview

Fashion Studies (FST)

Overview

Seneca Polytechnic’s two-semester Fashion Studies certificate program provides a solid foundation for those aspiring to pursue a career in the fashion industry.

Program Details

• Starts in: January, September
• Campus: Newnham
• Delivery: Hybrid
• Duration: 2 Semesters (8 Months)
• Credential: Ontario College Certificate
• School: School of Fashion

About the Program

The program offers a diverse array of hands-on courses covering key areas of the fashion field, such as design fundamentals and illustration. In addition, the curriculum explores the latest textile techniques and industry trends alongside business communication skills. It also explores specialized topics including sustainable fashion and inclusive design practices.

Through a combination of practical training and theoretical learning, the program fosters creativity and promotes innovative thinking through a range of fashion-related design projects.

Skills

• Colour theory
• Design and idea generation
• Digital and information technology
• Drawing and illustration
• Effective communication
• Research, analysis and forecasting
• Time management and organization

Program Availability

• Start in Sept. 2025: Location Newnham, Availability Open
• Start in Jan. 2026: Location Newnham, Availability Open

Program and Course Delivery

This program is offered in Seneca's hybrid delivery format with some courses available in Seneca's flexible delivery format. Some coursework is online and some must be completed in person. Students will need to come on campus to complete in-person learning requirements.

Your Career

Upon completion of the Fashion Studies program, you may pursue employment across diverse sectors of the industry or build on your education. Several FST courses serve as direct transfer credits into other Seneca programs, such as Fashion Arts (FAA), Fashion Business (FBM) and Visual Merchandising Arts (VMA).

Affiliations/Associations

• Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) Canada

Sustainability

Our School of Fashion is committed to promoting and advocating sustainable development. As a member of Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) Canada, we integrate sustainable practices into our teaching and initiatives.

Student Works and Experiences

Explore our photo gallery to see the latest creations from our Fashion Studies students.

What Our Graduates Say

• Eunice Chow, Graduate, Fashion Arts and Fashion Studies
• Lauren Hildebrant, Graduate, Event Management: Event and Exhibit Design, Fashion Studies, Visual Merchandising Arts

Related Programs

• Fashion Arts
• Fashion Business
• Foundations of Sustainability in Event Management