Master of Arts (MA) Degree - Fashion

Graduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:

Design

Conduct research to develop their creative concept and build a visual story
Demonstrate good understanding of their market
Create advanced flat technical specification drawings by hand and by computer
Design collections demonstrating a sophisticated understanding of fashion design and advanced technical skills
Communicate their design ideas 2-dimensionally using traditional and/or digital media
Professional Practices

Produce a cohesive portfolio tailored to reflect career goals
Academy of Art University Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Academy of Art University will demonstrate the ability to:

Produce a body of work suitable for seeking professional opportunities in their chosen field of art and design.
Solve creative problems within their field of art and design, including research and synthesis of technical, aesthetic, and conceptual knowledge.
Communicate their ideas professionally and connect with their intended audience using visual, oral, and written presentation skills relevant to their field.
Execute technical, aesthetic, and conceptual decisions based on an understanding of art and design principles.
Evaluate work in their field, including their own work, using professional terminology.
Recognize the influence of major cultural and aesthetic trends, both historical and contemporary, on art and design products.
Learn the professional skills and behaviors necessary to compete in the global marketplace for art and design.

MA Fashion Degree Requirements

Successful completion of Final Portfolio Review
Minimum grade of C in all required 36 units
Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA and the following Academic Study requirements:
1 Art Historical Awareness & Aesthetic course.