INTENSIVE COURSE

Learn the 3-year curriculum of the Fashion Design Faculty in 2 years

This Intensive Course is designed for individuals with basic knowledge and experience in fashion, covering the content of three years of the Design & Creation course in just two years.
In the first year, students will undertake a condensed program that encompasses the learning from the first and second years of the Design & Creation course. In the second year, they will advance to the third year. Aiming to become professionals within two years, the course offers a more practical and theoretical high-level curriculum.

Course explanation

Admission Requirements

Graduates (including those expected to graduate) from high school or those recognized as having an equivalent level of education, as well as graduates, university students, vocational school students, and working professionals. Those who have already acquired basic knowledge of fashion at a similar school or in the real world.
Students who have completed a double course enrollment of the Saturday courses at ESMOD.
Study Period

2 years
Enrollment Period

April
Schedule

30 weeks throughout the year　From Monday to Friday　9am to 6pm
Tuition

Enrollment fees ¥300,000　Tuition fees ¥1,380,000　Insurance fees ¥12,000
Language

Japanese
Location

Tokyo Campus
Selection Process

Self-promotion essay, interview, self-expression work, and work review through practical exams.
Other

International students are subject to conditions related to their status of residence and Japanese language proficiency for admission.

Course contents

Educational Purpose

This is an advanced, practical, and theoretical curriculum condensed into two years for individuals who already have a basic knowledge of and experience in fashion. It offers a more intensive learning experience compared to the Design & Creation course.
We cultivate fashion professionals who, upon graduation, possess both practical knowledge and innovative strategies, enabling them to make an immediate impact in the industry with their solid technical skills and rich creativity.
Curriculum

▪︎Knowledge, creativity, and secret skills necessary to approach dressmaking from both the design and pattern-making sides.
▪︎The ability to establish a well-honed and solid individuality and concept.
▪︎The ability to understand fashion from a business perspective.
▪︎Understanding of the process from creation to production and sales, and marketing.
▪︎Flexibility, broad perspective, and innovative ideas.
1st Grade

In one year, you will acquire the sensibility, knowledge, and skills developed in the first and second years of the Design & Creation course.
In Stylism, you will consistently learn the entire fashion design process, from reviewing the basics of design sketches to researching all types of items and brand planning.
In Modelism, you will comprehensively master the construction theory, flat pattern drafting, and three-dimensional pattern making for items ranging from lightweight garments to lined heavy clothing.

- Stylism (Design)
　- Color studies
　- Design drawing
　- Creative process
　- Item research
　- Brand analysis
　- Trend and media analysis
　- Design for brand
　- Portfolio creation

- Modelism (patternmaking + sewing)
　- Basic sewing techniques
　- Skirts/pants creation theory to production
　- Shirt/blouse creation theory to production
　- Understanding variations of blouses and collars
　- Tailored jackets creation theory to production
　- Coats and other lined heavy garments creation theory to production
　- Creation of an individual model

Liberal Arts Courses
　- Marketing
　- Visual design (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.)
　- CAD
　- Textiles
　- Croquis
　- History of clothing

In the first year, you will present your work at a fashion show alongside the first and second years of the Design & Creative course.
2nd Grade

On the third year, students will be merged with the 3rd year Design & Creation course and English course. Students will create their own collections as individual brands in their chosen fields.
After presenting their work to a panel of fashion industry experts, including professionals and designers, they will showcase their graduation collections in a fashion show.
Additionally, students will create a commercial line based on the theme of their graduation collection. Through comprehensive learning that emphasizes a wide range of activities in the industry, they will cultivate a professional mindset that enables them to be immediately effective in their careers.

- Stylism (Design)
　- Portfolio for job hunting
　- Photo shooting
　- Graphic design
　- Communication approach
　- Business planning
　- Graduation collection production
　- Commercial line production

- Modelism (patternmaking + sewing)
　- Creation of work for job hunting
　- Creation of work for graduation collection

Students will present their portfolios and work tailored to their desired brands for the Job Hunting session held on campus. It is not uncommon for job offers to be secured through these presentations.
For the Graduation Collection, students are responsible for everything, from the creation of the looks to arranging the venue and models, planning the show's structure and production, and managing operations on the day.
This provides hands-on experience in the entire process, from planning to executing a fashion show as a brand would in the industry.