Design Studio 1: Introduction to Fashion Design introduces students to the fundamentals of fashion design through the SoFA Method, our distinct approach to design education that emphasizes exploration, experimentation, and learning through making. Students learn how to develop fashion concepts from initial inspiration to execution, working on both a minor and a major project that encourage them to explore ideas and discover their own creative direction.
With creative freedom at the heart of the studio, students are encouraged to challenge conventions, experiment with different materials, and explore ways to express ideas through design, even without prior garment construction experience. Along the way, they develop creative problem-solving skills, strengthen their design thinking, and learn to make intentional decisions as they begin translating their ideas into fashion concepts and tangible outcomes.
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MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION:
Classes are conducted primarily in English.
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SCHEDULE:
Face to Face - Mondays | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM | February 22, 2027 - June 21, 2027
NOTE: Class schedules are subject to change without prior notice. Our Admissions Office will notify enrolled students of any updates or changes to the class schedule.
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COURSE OUTLINE:
- Week 1: Introduction to Design
- Week 2: Introduction to Creativity and Creative Problem-Solving
- Week 3: Development of Idea and Communication of Idea
- Week 4: Derivation of Tangible Concepts Into Another Tangible Design or Art Piece and Presentation to Audience/Viewer/Listener
- Week 5: Discussion on Fashion Design Composition
- Week 6: Transferring and Applying Design Ideas To a Fashion Piece
- Week 7: MIDTERMS PT 1 - Graded presentation
- Week 8: Consultation day
- Week 9: MIDTERMS PT 2
- Week 10: Introduction to Other Learning and Creative Disciplines
- Week 11: Lecture-Discussion on Performance Art and Impact To Audio, Visual and Other Sensors
- Week 12: Presentation of Chosen Performance Art and Visual Representation (Mood Sculpture)
- Week 13: Research on an Avant-Garde Designer
- Week 14: Briefing for Final Project
- Week 15: Graded presentation, consultation and feedback session on the final project
- Week 16: Finals Production Day + Consultations
- Week 17: Mini Runway Show
- Week 18: Debriefing and Last Learnings
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MATERIALS NEEDED:
- A4 bond paper
- Pencil A4
- Sketchbook
- Art materials depending on design/sketches (newspaper, clay, wire, etc.)
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PAYMENT TERMS:
For your convenience, SoFA accepts credit and debit cards, GCash, GrabPay, Maya, and Buy Now, Pay Later installment plans through BillEase and Atome, available via PayMongo at checkout.
- Full Payment
- Upon Enrollment: PHP 34,303.09
- 12-Part Installment Plan (via Bukas.ph)
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If you wish to avail of this installment plan, please contact our Admissions Office at admissions@sofa.edu.ph for assistance.