Bachelor of Design in Fashion Design: Launch Your Career in Global Fashion
Step into the vibrant world of fashion design with LaSalle College Vancouver’s Bachelor of Design in Fashion Design program. This innovative and career-focused degree blends creativity, technical skills, and fashion business knowledge, preparing you for success in the competitive and ever-evolving global fashion industry.
Why Choose the Fashion Design Degree Program?
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Learn from Industry Professionals
Study under experienced fashion designers and industry experts who bring real-world insights to the classroom. -
Focus on Sustainability and Ethical Fashion
Embrace modern design philosophies that promote eco-conscious, ethical, and socially responsible fashion practices. -
Hands-On Learning and Industry Experience
Build your resume and network through a real-world industry practicum, giving you firsthand exposure to the fashion business. -
Master Creative and Business Skills
Combine artistic design with knowledge in fashion marketing, merchandising, and digital tools to become a well-rounded fashion professional.
What You’ll Learn in the Bachelor of Design in Fashion Design Program
1. Design Strategy and Creative Problem-Solving
Develop critical thinking and apply design thinking to conceptualize innovative collections. Solve real fashion challenges using a blend of creativity, market analysis, and trend forecasting.
2. Sustainable and Ethical Fashion Practices
Learn to design with the future in mind. Explore sustainable fashion, slow fashion, ethical sourcing, and production techniques that reduce environmental impact and promote social responsibility.
3. Technical Garment Construction Skills
Perfect your skills in garment making, including precision tailoring, pattern drafting, draping, and couture-level sewing techniques.
4. Digital Tools and Fashion Marketing
Use industry-standard digital design software and tools to create fashion collections. Learn the fundamentals of fashion business, branding, and marketing strategies that drive modern fashion brands.
5. Global Fashion Industry Awareness
Understand how to analyze and influence fashion trends in international markets. Apply cultural and business insights to thrive in the global fashion landscape.
Career Opportunities in Fashion Design
Graduates of the Bachelor of Design in Fashion Design program are equipped to enter a variety of roles in the fashion and apparel industry, including:
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Fashion Designer
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Apparel Product Developer
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Textile or Fabric Specialist
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Pattern Maker
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Fashion Brand Manager
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Sustainable Fashion Consultant
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Fashion Buyer or Merchandiser
With a strong foundation in design, business, and sustainability, you’ll be prepared to launch your own brand or work for leading fashion houses around the world.
- Academic Requirement: The applicant must have completed Grade 12 in any stream with a minimum overall average of 50%.
- ELP Requirement: IELTS: Overall score of 6.5, with at least 6.0 in the writing section, TOEFL iBT: Total score of 80, with a minimum of 20 in writing, PTE: Score of 61, including a minimum of 60 in writing, Duolingo: Score between 105–110, with a minimum of 100 in writing
- Special Requirement: Math is required for students enrolling in all Degree programs. 68 percent in Math 11 (or equivalent)
How Refunds Are Calculated
Your refund is based on the total fees you owe minus any non-refundable application and assessment fees. We can only refund what you’ve actually paid—if you still owe money, you must pay those charges. Refunds go back to the original payment method.
Tuition Deposit Requirement
All international degree students must pay a non-refundable tuition deposit when they register. If you don’t pay by the deadline, you’ll be dropped from your courses and forfeit your deposit.
Refund Rules for International Degree Students
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Before You Register for Your First Term
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Permit Approved: No refund of deposit.
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Permit Denied (with proof): You get back your deposit minus a $150 application/admin fee.
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After You Sign Your Enrolment Agreement but Before Classes Start
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Your full deposit is kept—no refund.
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Once Classes Have Begun
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Any time after Day 1 of Term: No refund. You owe 100% of term fees, including books and insurance.
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If You Continue Beyond the First Term (Next Term Withdrawals)
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Before Term Starts: 30% of term fees are kept; the rest is refundable.
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During Add/Drop Period: 50% of term fees are kept; the rest is refundable.
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After Add/Drop Ends: No refund—100% of term fees are kept.
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- Application Fee: $150
- LOA Deposit: $5,600
- Annual Tuition Fee: $16,640
- Total Tuition Fee: $49,920
- Course Duration: 3 years
- Credentials: Bachelor
- Intake: September 2025