This three-year advanced diploma program provides hands-on experience with a focus on sustainability, technology and inclusivity and is designed to train you to become an industry-ready candidate. You will explore your creative potential as you learn in-depth design research, craftsmanship and industry-oriented production skills. Seneca offers exciting courses in applied textiles, knitwear design, fashion history, computer-aided design and production. Our Fashion Resource Centre — a unique collection of Canadian-worn garments and accessories — provides a unique experience with our amazing fashion heritage.
Through the design and production of a third-year graduating collection, you will specialize in a particular area of interest such as streetwear, bridal, outerwear, etc. This will help you focus your learning and document your skills to successfully meet employment and career goals.
Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:
design
creative research
trend forecasting
clothing construction
pattern making
computer aided design
product development
technical design
Your Career
Graduates of the program can explore the following career options:
designer
product developer
technical designer
assistant designer
pattern maker
grader
sample maker
production co-ordinator
You may pursue positions involving marketing, textiles, quality control, film and theatre costuming.
Pathways
As a leader in academic pathways, we offer a range of options that will allow you to take your credential further in another Seneca program or a program at a partner institution.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
January 2025
Seneca Polytechnic
Newnham Campus,
1750 Finch Avenue East,
TORONTO,
Ontario (ON),
M2J 2X5, Canada
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or a mature applicant
English: Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent course
English Requirements
CAEL CE and CAEL online: Minimum 60
Cambridge English Exams (B2 First/FCE, C1 Advanced/CAE or C2 Proficiency/CPE): Minimum 169 with no skill below 162
Duolingo: Minimum score 105 to 110
IELTS Academic: Minimum 6.0 with no skill below 5.5
PTE Academic: Minimum score 58
TOEFL iBT (including MyBest TOEFL and Home Edition): Minimum 80 with no skill below 20
TOEFL Revised Paper Delivered: No skill below 20
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Students at Seneca will enjoy a fantastic balance between outstanding academic opportunities and recreational activities.