Asankare Technical Institute

Fashion Design Technology

Fashion Design Technology

Garment construction, pattern drafting, textiles, and fashion production for creative and enterprise careers.

Programme Overview

The Fashion Design Technology programme equips students with the creative, technical, and entrepreneurial skills required to design, produce, and market high-quality garments and fashion products.

The programme combines classroom instruction with intensive studio and workshop training, enabling students to develop expertise in fashion illustration, garment construction, pattern making, textile technology, and apparel production. Through practical projects, fashion exhibitions, and industrial attachments, students gain hands-on experience while building the confidence to succeed in the fashion and creative industries.

Graduates are prepared for careers in fashion design, garment production, tailoring, textiles, and entrepreneurship.

What You Will Learn

Students develop practical and creative competencies in areas including:

  • Fashion Illustration and Design
  • Pattern Drafting and Garment Construction
  • Sewing Techniques and Machine Operations
  • Textile Science and Fabric Selection
  • Garment Finishing and Quality Control
  • Computer-Aided Fashion Design Fundamentals
  • Clothing Production and Apparel Technology
  • Fashion Merchandising and Marketing
  • Fashion Business and Entrepreneurship
  • Costume and Creative Design
  • Customer Service and Professional Ethics
  • Health, Safety, and Workshop Practices

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this programme may pursue careers in the fashion and apparel industry, including:

  • Fashion Designer
  • Dressmaker or Tailor
  • Garment Production Technician
  • Pattern Maker
  • Fashion Illustrator
  • Costume Designer
  • Textile and Apparel Sales Representative
  • Fashion Merchandiser
  • Production Supervisor
  • Fashion Consultant
  • Technical Instructor
  • Self-employed Fashion Entrepreneur

Entry Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the following admission requirements:

Academic Qualifications

Six (6) credit passes (A-D or A1-D7).

Core Subjects

Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science or Social Studies.

Elective Subjects

Three (3) relevant elective subjects.

Mature Applicants

Applicants aged 25 years and above may be considered under the Mature Applicants category.

Proof of Age

Applicants must provide acceptable proof of age.

Work Experience

Applicants must possess at least two (2) years of relevant work experience.

Entrance Assessment

Applicants must successfully complete any required entrance assessment.

Practical Training

Practical learning is at the heart of the programme. Students gain hands-on experience through:

  • Fashion design studio sessions
  • Pattern drafting and garment construction projects
  • Industrial and domestic sewing machine operation
  • Textile and fabric selection exercises
  • Fashion illustration and portfolio development
  • Garment finishing and quality assessment
  • Industrial attachments with fashion houses, garment manufacturers, and tailoring businesses

These practical experiences prepare graduates with the creativity, technical expertise, and business skills required to thrive in the fashion industry.

Course Duration

Total Duration

2 years

Format

Full time

Structure

Year 1 covers foundation knowledge and supervised workshop practice. Year 2 covers advanced practice, project work and industrial attachment.

Certification

Upon successful completion, participants receive the National Proficiency I and II Certificate in Fashion Design Technology, accredited by the Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET) under the Ghana TVET Service (GTVET).

How to Apply

  1. Apply Through CSSPS

    Admissions to Asankare Technical Institute are primarily conducted through the Computerized School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS) managed by the Ghana Education Service (GES).

  2. Meet the Admission Requirements

    Applicants are considered for admission based on their performance in the Basic Education Certificate Examination (B.E.C.E.) conducted by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC).

  3. Check Your Placement

    Successful applicants are placed by the Ghana Education Service (GES). Placement results are published through the official CSSPS platform and displayed on the school's notice board. Admission letters provide all the information required to complete enrolment.

Foreign and Private Applicants

Foreign students and private candidates may apply directly to Asankare Technical Institute and may be required to sit for an internal entrance examination.

Transfer Applicants

Students wishing to transfer from another technical or senior high institution should contact the school administration for guidance on eligibility requirements and transfer procedures.

After Admission

Every admitted student receives the Asankare Technical Institute Prospectus, which outlines the academic programmes, school regulations, student life, fees, and other important information for the academic year.

Course Fees

Item Amount Notes
Registration FeeGHS 100Payable on application
Tuition FeePer academic yearFlexible payment options available
Other CostsVariesProject kits, tools, and lab components

Training Centre Location

Campus: Asankare, Ashanti Region, Ghana