Program Overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Design - Fashion Design Major provides a platform for discovery, experimentation, and specialization by way of a strong foundation in critical and cultural theory, experiential learning, craftsmanship, technological literacy, and sustainable stewardship with opportunities for students to author their individual curricular pathway through elective coursework.

Curriculum

• Program Duration: 5 Years
• Minimum Credits: 122
• Offered Degree: Bachelor of Science

Co-op Program

All Fashion Design majors participate in the UC Co-op Program. Students have the opportunity to work full-time in the fashion industry for 5 full semesters during their studies to build their professional experience and resume.

Study Abroad

Fashion Design students also have the unique opportunity to Study Abroad during their fourth year of study with an array of international fashion studies partners.

Fashion Program Facilities

The fashion design students gain training and experience using advanced fashion technology, state-of-the-art tools, and industry-standard equipment to prepare for fashion’s fast-paced, ever-changing, technology-driven future.

The Fashion Technology Center (FTC)

The FTC supports students and faculty in the design, experimentation, and innovation of textile and apparel products by providing training, access, and experience using advanced, industry-standard, and state-of-the-art tools for apparel and textile design technology, research, and prototyping.

Scholarships and Financial Resources

Thanks to the generosity of numerous alumni and friends of the college, scholarships are available to students in the College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning.

Faculty

Meet our Fashion Design Faculty Experts!

• Brooke C Brandewie, Associate Professor
• Zachary Hoh, Associate Professor - Practice and Fashion Design Program Coordinator
• Myoung Ok Kim, Assistant Professor
• Injoo Kim, Professor
• Ashley Kubley, Associate Director Associate Professor
• Emil Robinson, Emil
• Arti Sandhu, Associate Professor
• Kristina Shin, Asst Professor

Program Details

• The support and camaraderie of peers within the school truly encapsulate the pride felt towards DAAP.
• It has evolved into a home for each student, where they mutually guide and uplift one another, forming the pillars of this supportive community.
• The University of Cincinnati’s Fashion Design program features an industry-leading experience through a proven curriculum.

Student Work

Examples of student work include:

• Kathryn Suddendorf | sound is touch at a distance, Senior Capstone
• Jasmine Gierman | Holding Space, Senior Capstone
• Jensen Johnson | REBIRTH, Senior Capstone

News and Events

• UC Master of Design degree student Delfina Lassalle turned her required co-op into a dream internship with TikTok’s livestreaming marketing team in Los Angeles.
• The 20th annual St. Vincent de Paul fashion show, featuring UC fashion design students’ creations made from thrifted materials, surpasses its fundraising goal while celebrating two decades of creativity and community impact.
• The University of Cincinnati’s College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP) will host renowned footwear designer Stuart Weitzman on Wednesday, Nov. 12.