Bachelor of Fashion Design Technology (Hons)

The Bachelor of Fashion Design Technology at Taylor’s University equips students with cutting-edge skills in fashion innovation and digital design. This programme integrates technology-driven fashion design with industry-relevant knowledge, preparing graduates for careers in fashion retail, digital clothing creation, and smart textiles. Students will explore the latest advancements in fashion technology, collaborate in Mayamode, Malaysia’s first co-working fashion studio, and engage in studio-based learning. With the help of this curriculum, students can personalise their learning experience, combining creativity, technology, and business to thrive in the dynamic fashion industry.

Prerequisites:

• Pass SPM/O-level or equivalent with 5 credits with foundation qualification (Except for UEC).
• Pass SPM/O-level or equivalent with 3 credits for entry with Diploma qualification.
• Pass Visual Test: Pass Visual Test (Taylor'’s FID, DID and FNBE are exempted from the Entrance Test)

Entry Pathway:

Any of these

• Taylor’s Foundation in Design (FID): Pass with min. CGPA 2.00
• Taylor’s Foundation in Natural and Built Environments (FNBE): Pass with min. CGPA 2.00
• Other Taylor's Foundation: Pass with min. CGPA 2.00
• Taylor’s Diploma in Interior Design (DID): Pass with min. CGPA 2.00
• Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM): CC 
• Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): Pass with min. 5Bs
• A Level: Min. grades DD
• AUSMAT (SACEi): Min. ATAR 60
• Canadian Pre-University (CPU): Min. average of 55% in 6 subjects
• MUFY: Overall 50%
• IB: Min 24 points in 6 subjects
• Other Qualifications

1. Foundation from institution recognised by Malaysian Government with min. CGPA 2.00
2. Diploma from institution recognised by Malaysian Government with min. CGPA 2.00
3. MoE Matriculation with min. CGPA 2.00
4. A pass in DKM/DKLM/DVM in suitable fields with a min. CGPA of 2.50 subject to Senate approval (Note: The HEPs are to conduct screening and provide necessary guidance specific to the discipline of the programme);
5. A pass in DKM / DLKM / DVM with a min. CGPA of 2.00 and at least have two (2) years working experience in a related discipline
6. Any other qualification recognised by Malaysian govt.
7. Application via APEL A is allowed

English Requirements:

• MUET/IELTS/TOEFL/UEC English: Pass
• Taylor's EET: Overall Score 4.0
• Cambridge English/ELS also recognised; the minimum score varies by programme
• Taylor's IEN: Level 2 - Grade C
• Pre-U/Diploma: Completed Pre-U/Diploma that was conducted in English

Year 1

• Design Principles
• Introduction to Fashion Design
• Introduction to Pattern Drafting and Garment Making
• Fashion Project 1
• Garment Draping
• Fashion Illustration
• Fashion History
• Intercultural Design

Year 2

• Fashion Project 2
• Introduction to Pattern Technology
• Ethical and Sustainable Fashion
• Innovative Industry Project
• Innovative Pattern Drafting Project
• Fashion Entrepreneurship
• Digital Illustration
• Free Electives 1
• Free Electives 2
• Free Electives 3

*Note: Industry Training module is offered in Year 2

Student able to opt for 1 semester abroad/mobility programme in Year 2 (Semester 4)

Year 3

• Fashion Design Technology Final Project 1
• Garment Creation Technology 1
• Fashion Communication and Visual Merchandising
• Fashion Design Technology Final Project 2
• Garment Creation Technology 2
• International Fashion
• Free Electives 4
• Free Electives 5

Note: All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

University Core:

• Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
• Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
• Emotional Intelligence in Action
• Kursus Integriti Dan Antirasuah (Integrity And Anti-Corruption)
• Social Innovation Project

Note:

1. Students are requested to take Bahasa Kebangsaan A if they do not obtain a Credit for Bahasa Malaysia in SPM.
2. All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.