Course Overview: B.F.Tech (Bachelor of Fashion Technology) blends fashion design with technology, focusing on apparel production, textile science, and fashion management. It covers design principles, garment construction, CAD, and fashion forecasting, preparing students for various roles in the fashion industry.

Course Duration:

The B.F.Tech program is a 4-year undergraduate course typically spread over 8 semesters.

Syllabus (Semester-Wise Breakdown):

The syllabus may vary depending on the institution, but generally follows the structure below:

Semester 1:

• Introduction to Fashion Technology

• Textile Science and Technology

• Elements of Design

• Basics of Pattern Making

• Fashion Illustration

• Computer Applications in Fashion Design

Semester 2:

• Garment Manufacturing Technology

• Fabric and Trim Analysis

• CAD for Fashion Technology

• History of Fashion

• Sewing Techniques and Apparel Construction

• Introduction to Apparel Merchandising

Semester 3:

• Fashion Forecasting and Trend Analysis

• Production Planning and Control

• Fashion Retailing and Visual Merchandising

• Industrial Engineering for Apparel Production

• Quality Assurance and Testing

• Fashion Marketing Management

Semester 4:

• Advanced Pattern Making

• Fashion Accessories and Embellishments

• Apparel Costing and Pricing

• Advanced CAD for Garment Manufacturing

• Export Documentation and Procedures

• Portfolio Development

Semester 5:

• Fashion Styling and Photography

• Global Sourcing for Fashion and Textiles

• Supply Chain Management in Fashion

• Apparel Finishing Techniques

• Fashion Brand Management

• Electives (e.g., Fashion Sustainability, Green Fashion)

Semester 6:

• Fashion Show Production and Event Management

• Product Development in Fashion Technology

• Fashion Law and Ethics

• Entrepreneurial Skills for Fashion Designers

• Internship / Industrial Training

• Electives (e.g., Textile Dyeing, Technical Textiles)

Semester 7:

• Advanced Production Techniques

• Fashion Entrepreneurship

• Fashion Business Strategies

• Sustainable Fashion Design Practices

• Electives (e.g., Fashion Communication, Luxury Fashion Marketing)

Semester 8:

• Final Year Major Project

• Professional Practice and Ethics in Fashion Technology

• Industry-based Research and Innovation

• Internship/Apprenticeship

• Career Planning and Portfolio Presentation

Average Course Fees:

The fees for B.F.Tech in India typically range from INR 2 lakhs to INR 5 lakhs per year depending on the institution and location.

Exams:

• Admission to B.F.Tech programs usually requires entrance exams like NIFT Entrance Exam (for National Institute of Fashion Technology) or AIEED (All India Entrance Examination for Design). Some universities have their own entrance exams.

• Semester-wise exams are conducted by the respective universities or institutes.

Top 10 Ranking Institutions for B.F.Tech in India:

1. National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Delhi

2. National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Bangalore

3. National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Mumbai

4. Pearl Academy, Delhi

5. Symbiosis Institute of Design, Pune

6. National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Kolkata

7. Amity School of Fashion Technology, Noida

8. MIT Institute of Design, Pune

9. Vogue Institute of Fashion Technology, Bangalore

10. Lovely Professional University, Punjab

Top 10 Institutions for B.F.Tech in Kerala:

1. NIFT, Kannur

2. Institute of Fashion Technology, Kerala (IFTK), Kollam

3. National College of Fashion Technology, Kochi

4. Cindrebay School of Fashion, Thiruvananthapuram

5. JD Institute of Fashion Technology, Kochi

6. AIFD (Army Institute of Fashion Design), Thiruvananthapuram

7. Vogue Institute of Fashion Technology, Ernakulam

8. International Academy of Fashion, Kochi

9. Kerala Institute of Fashion Technology, Kottayam

10. St. Teresa’s College, Ernakulam