About the Department

The Department of Costume Design & Fashion at SMS College of Arts and Science focuses on nurturing creativity, innovation, and professional skills in the field of fashion and apparel design. The department provides students with a strong foundation in fashion design principles, garment construction, textile science, and fashion technology. Through creative learning methods, practical exposure, and industry-oriented training, the department prepares students to meet the evolving demands of the fashion and garment industry while encouraging artistic expression and entrepreneurship.

Vision

To develop creative and skilled fashion professionals capable of contributing to the fashion and apparel industry through innovation, design excellence, and professional competence.

Mission

• To provide quality education in fashion design and garment technology.
• To promote creativity, innovation, and aesthetic understanding among students.
• To develop practical skills through hands-on training and industry exposure.
• To prepare students for careers in fashion design, apparel production, and entrepreneurship.

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum follows the Outcome-Based Education (OBE) framework and includes major subjects such as:

The programme emphasizes creativity along with technical and professional skills.

Programme Overview

B.Sc Costume Design & Fashion is a three-year undergraduate programme affiliated with Bharathiar University, Coimbatore. The programme is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge in fashion illustration, garment construction, textile design, fashion merchandising, and apparel production. The course combines theoretical concepts with practical training, enabling students to understand fashion trends, design techniques, and production processes. The programme prepares students for professional roles in the fashion and garment industry.

Laboratory / Practical Exposure

Students gain practical exposure through well-equipped fashion laboratories, garment construction studios, textile experimentation, and design workshops. Practical sessions include pattern making, stitching, fashion illustration, and portfolio preparation. Fashion shows, exhibitions, and industry interaction programmes provide real-time exposure to fashion trends and professional practices.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of B.Sc Costume Design & Fashion have career opportunities in:

Students may pursue higher studies such as M.Sc Fashion Technology, Fashion Designing, MBA (Fashion Management), and other specialized programmes.

Faculty Details

The Department of Costume Design & Fashion is supported by qualified and experienced faculty members specializing in fashion design, textile science, and garment technology. Faculty members provide academic mentoring, creative guidance, and practical training to help students achieve professional excellence.