AAS College Thessaloniki
School of Art & Design
ADVANCED DIPLOMA | SQA
“Style is the signal of a civilisation. It is impossible for a man to produce objects without reflecting the society of which he is a part.” Misha Black
The Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design and Manufacture is a comprehensive, industry-oriented programme that prepares students for professional careers across the fashion and apparel sector.
The programme combines creative design development with technical garment production, equipping students with the full spectrum of skills required in today’s fashion industry—from concept and visualisation to construction and final production. It reflects the industry demand for professionals who can integrate design thinking with practical manufacturing expertise.
As outlined in the programme specification, the qualification is designed to develop knowledge, technical skills, and creative abilities for success in the fashion business (Introduction, page 1). Students engage with the complete fashion design process, including research, concept development, pattern cutting, garment construction, and collection design.
The curriculum balances creativity with technical precision. Students learn how to interpret briefs, develop original design concepts, and produce garments to a professional standard. At the same time, they gain hands-on experience in pattern drafting, sewing techniques, textile understanding, and CAD for fashion design, reflecting key units listed in the programme structure (see tables on pages 3–6).
A strong emphasis is placed on project-based learning, where students work on integrated assignments that simulate real industry practice. The graded units—highlighted in the document (page 17)—require students to plan, develop, and evaluate complete garments, reinforcing both creative and technical competencies.
The programme also develops essential professional skills, including research, communication, collaboration, and project management. These transferable skills are embedded throughout the curriculum to meet employer expectations and support progression to higher education or employment.
By the end of the programme, students will have built a professional fashion portfolio showcasing their design and production capabilities, preparing them for roles within the fashion industry or for further study.
Graduates may pursue careers such as:
- Fashion Designer
- Pattern Cutter / Garment Technologist
- Fashion Marketing or Trend Researcher
- Costume Designer (film, theatre, TV)
- Independent Designer or Entrepreneur
Duration:
2 years
Educational form:
Taught
Education Variants:
Fulltime
Language:
English
October’s Intake:
Classes Start Date:
5th October 2026
British Degree:
Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design and Manufacture
STUDENT WORK
FACILITIES
AAS College is set in a modern, purpose – built university campus. Students learn in specially designed lecture rooms and theatre, laboratories, design studios and in flexible teaching spaces. Individual and group study spaces allow students to work alone or collaborate on projects. This course has dedicated graphics studios for workshops, group and independent working. They are equipped with projectors and screens and Macs or PCs or both. There are also campus digital media suites with software including: Adobe Creative Suite.
COURSE (Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design and Manufacture) STRUCTURE
Programme at a glance
SQA Advanced Diplomas are made up of 240 SCQF credit points, at SCQF level 8, and usually take two years to complete
YEAR 1
YEAR 2
YEAR 1
J7SB 47 Fashion Illustration: An Introduction
HT40 47 Observational Drawing
J7S9 47 Creative Garment Design Development: An Introduction
J7SG 47 Fashion Technology: Design and Produce an Outfit
J7SC 47 Fashion Technology: Pattern Drafting and Development
J7TC 47 Textile Fibres, Yarns and Fabrics
J7SA 47 Fashion Design using Computer Technology
HP6N 47 Marketing: An Introduction
J7SH 47 Fashion Forecasting: Research and Development
J7TB 47 Professional Design Practice
J7SD 47 Pattern Development for the Fashion Industry
J5MB 47 Consumer Behaviour and the Marketing Process
J7T1 47 Concept Garment Design: An Introduction
J7TF 47 Fashion Design and Manufacture: Graded Unit 1
YEAR 2
J7SE 48 Sewing and Finishing for Garment Development: Advanced Techniques
J7SJ 48 Pattern Cutting: Complex Skills
J7SL 48 Creative Garment Design and Manufacture: Advanced
J7SY 48 Concept Garment Design: Advanced
J7SK 48 Designing a Garment Collection
J7TA 48 Manufacturing a Garment Collection
J7TK 48 3D Design: Portfolio and Presentation
HT40 47 Art and Design Context
HP75 47 Communication: Business Communication
J7TG 48 Fashion Design and Manufacture: Graded Unit 2
ASSESSMENT
Assessment is 100% coursework and you will be continually assessed throughout the course.
Assessment will be through assignments including design briefs (project work), competitions, presentations, seminars and group activities.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
We’ll prepare you to work in areas including: fashion design, brand development, fashion publishing, production, design consultancies, PR and fashion retail.
To enhance your visibility to employers, we encourage you to participate in competitions and exhibitions. Final year students exhibit at their own Degree show, attended by industry professionals.
The main destinations for graduates are expected to be fashion-related creative industries. These include design, brand development, fashion publishing, production, design consultancies, PR and fashion retail. Some graduates may become freelance consultants or self-employed designers, or go on to further study or teacher training.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Diploma and transcript from your high school
Evidence of your ability in English language
Portfolio
Passport
AAS Application Form completed
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HOW TO APPLY
You should apply direct to the AAS College. We accept applications throughout the year, but advise you to apply early. We would like to receive application forms before 30th of June.
All candidates are required to submit the following documents:
1. A Fully Completed Application
AAS Application Form completed
A scanned copy of your passport
2. English language certificate
Certified Photocopy of English Language qualification(s).
Undergraduate applicants must have a fluent command of the English language which can be proven via the following examinations:
IELTS: 6,0 or other equivalent qualifications.
Candidates who have not acquired an English language qualification at the time of the submission of their application form are required to submit it at least one month before the commencement of the course.
3. Diploma of previous education
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma or six IB Subject Certificates, or A Levels obtained locally
Certified Photocopy of the Diploma of Secondary Education (High School Diploma 12 years of study), along with the final year’s academic transcript
Candidates who have not yet graduated from high school at the time of application, should submit the available academic transcripts from their current year of study, as well as a full transcript from the previous year of study
If the High School Diploma is produced in another language it should be translated and verified in English
4. Portfolio
You can send us approximately 20 examples of your work with a short written commentary. Most of this work
can be in the form of photographs on a PDF file. It is helpful for us to see examples of your original
drawings too.
The submission of a Design portfolio is mandatory to the Design programmes.
Application’s Submittion:
There is no application fee. You should submit your documents direct to the AAS College website following the link: https://aas.gr/aas-college-apply-now/
Our response:
A member of our staff will contact you in 48 hours.