Fashion Design Course Zurich
12-month certified fashion design training
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Fashion Design Course for Fashion Enthusiasts – Swiss Fashion Academy
Something magical comes up when we have the opportunity to put Passion and Career together in one! Make your dreams a reality and sign up for our Fashion Designer course!
Learn from the basics of research and trend studies to the development and final presentation of your own collection. In addition to the guarantee of professional certification (certified) at the end of your Fashion Designer Training, our fashion design school provides you with the possibility of the course being taught in German, English, Portuguese, or Spanish.
Another advantage is that all our classes are distributed in small groups so that we can guarantee you a better and personalized follow-up during the course.
Target Audience of the Fashion Designer Course:
The taste for fashion, trends, design and crafts, a creative and curious spirit, are some of the fundamental characteristics for those who want to attend the Fashion Design Training. Our training is also ideal for those within the fashion world who wish to pursue a career as Image Directors, Coolhunters, Fashion Consultants, or Fashion Communication and Marketing experts in companies in the industry.
Fashion Designer Training– Professional Profile:
The Fashion Designer is dedicated to performing in the fashion industry, communicating an idea/trend through the creation of collections of clothes and/or accessories with the proper know-how and which will influence the way a certain target audience will dress.
Fashion Designers create creative and functional collections
Your designs will not only express your creativity, but also meet the practical needs and desires of your future customers.
The one who chooses to study Fashion Design must have a global vision of the world and its current affairs, in addition to knowledge of sociology and history of clothing. The profession goes beyond parades and glamorous costumes, it also requires knowledge about production, costs, quality control and sales. The psychological profile of those who wish to be part of this area requires a personality with leadership capacity, innovative, creative, researcher, flexible, enterprising, confident and visionary.
Objectives — Fashion Designer Course Zurich (12‑month)
By completing the full 12‑month Fashion Designer Training, you will be able to:
- Apply manufacturing processes and develop designs, sketches and technical portfolios – learn more about these modules.
- Research and analyse fashion trends
- Create and develop fashion products for brands – see how projects work in this course.
- Work as a Freelance Fashion Designer
12‑month course · Zurich · DE / EN / PT / ES
Prerequisites for enrollment to Study Fashion Design in Zurich:
- Minimum 16 years;
- Interest in research, fashion, raw materials, market studies, history and trends;
- Love for design and manual skills;
- No prior technical knowledge (e.g. sewing) is required as the initial modules will prepare you for the subsequent curriculum.
Fashion Designer Course - Practical content:
- Sewing;
- Pattern designing
- Textile technology;
- Fashion event production.
Theoretical content — Fashion Business & Design Theory
- Work market (areas of operation, target audience, marketing);
- Fashion history;
- Fashion drawing;
- Sewing;
- Pattern designing;
- Textile Technology;
- Elements of Design, Patterns, Textures, Styles, Trends and Colors;
- Fashion Collection Development;
- Graphic Computing (Adobe Photoshop software).
Fashion Designer Course — Zurich, 12‑month Diploma
Study fashion design in English and other languages in Zurich in a 12‑month practice‑oriented program, with regular written assignments and theory tests to build your knowledge step by step.
Train and practise your fashion design skills at home and in class, so you can develop your own collection and present it at a professional fashion show at the end of the course.
Graduate with the Swiss Fashion Academy Diploma in Fashion Design, proving your expertise to work as a professional Fashion Designer in Switzerland and internationally.
Course Details
Location
Zürich
Duration
12 Months
Start Date
15.05.2026
Days & Times
Friday
9:00 to 18:00
What's Included
- Course materials and exam fee
- Personal support from experienced instructors
- Modern basic training for fashion designers
- Fashion show with your own collection
- Diploma upon successful completion
How to Enrol
- 1 Choose your payment option (Monthly Installments or Full Payment)
- 2 Choose your course start date and schedule
- 3 Select your payment method (Online Payment or Pay by Invoice)
- 4 Complete your registration and secure your spot
Course Fee
Complete package including course materials, exam fees
Choose a payment option below to register for this course.
Benefit from attractive discounts
- 10% discount applied from the second course or seminar attended at the Swiss Beauty & Hair Academy, including Swiss Fashion Academy and Swiss Nutrition Academy courses and seminars
- 3% discount for immediate payment of the entire course fee
- Payable in monthly instalments without fees and interest
What our students say
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Our service promise
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- non-binding trial lesson
- EduQua certified institute
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
What does certification means?
Is a Swiss quality certificate for education institutions. It promotes transparency, comparability and quality of continuing education programmes.
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- The credit card limit is the maximum amount you can spend with your card.
- With Mastercard and Visa, the card limit is usually higher than with Twint.
- By choosing the payment option “monthly instalment”, you can usually avoid problems with the card limit.
What’s included in the Free Trial Lesson?
- Attend half a day of the class
- Ask questions to the teacher of the course and the school
How long is the Fashion Designer Course and when does it run?
The course is a 12‑month program held in Zurich. Classes are scheduled on Fridays from 9:00 to 18:00. Upcoming start dates include 17.04.2026 (other dates such as 24.10.2025 are also offered).
In what language and format is the training delivered?
The program is practice‑oriented and face‑to‑face in Zurich. Classes are taught in German, English, Portuguese or Spanish, include in‑class and at‑home practice, regular written assignments and theory tests, and conclude with a professional fashion show of your collection.
What are the entry requirements and do I need prior sewing or technical skills?
Minimum age is 16 and you should have an interest in fashion, materials and market trends. No prior technical knowledge (for example sewing) is required—initial modules prepare you for the practical curriculum.
What does the fee include and what are the payment options?
The full course fee is CHF 9,995.00 (3% discount applied for immediate full payment). Alternatively you can pay monthly at CHF 832.91 per month without fees or interest. Payment methods include online payment or payment by invoice; registration by invoice requires a 20% deposit and the balance in instalments. A 10% discount applies from the second course or seminar within the affiliated academies.
How do I enroll and can I try the course before committing?
To enroll choose your payment option, course start date and schedule, then select a payment method and complete the online registration to secure your place. Personal consultations and a non‑binding trial (half‑day) lesson are available before you commit. Places are limited due to small class sizes, so early registration is recommended.
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The Swiss Fashion Academy team will be pleased to welcome you to our facilities for a visit or to clear up any doubts. We also provide you with the opportunity to try out one of the course classes of your choice, free of charge and without obligation, so that you can get to know our teaching method and our facilities. This applies both to those who register in person and through our website.
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