Fashion and Design

At IMLS there is the possibility to acquire a Certificate or a Diploma in Fashion and Design. There are different conditions for each.

Certificate Course

This course takes duration of 2 years and introduces the student to fundamental design skills through a range of creative projects which will build his/her knowledge of the design, research and construction processes, fabrics, and garment construction. At the end of the course, the learner will have an understanding on how to start and run his/her own fashion design business profitably.

For students taking this course, internship is mandatory with the help of the tutor. This has to be done in two years of study.

Note: There is an enrolment limit for this course.

Students willing to join this course must have a minimum qualification of Ordinary level certificate or junior certificate or its equivalent.

Diploma Course

This course takes duration of 2 years and a student will learn the art of sewing, fabric selection, garment construction, fabric handling techniques, applying knowledge of fabric, coordinating colour and texture, monitoring quality and fit, and fashion sketching, marketing techniques and retail fashion production. Relevant practical exercises and projects are introduced throughout the course aimed at applying the theory and skills learnt. This course prepares you for the real world of the design professional. At the end of the course, the learner will have an understanding on how to start and run his/her own fashion design business profitably.

For students taking this course, internship is mandatory with the help of the tutor. This has to be done in every year of study.

Note: There is an enrolment limit for this course.

For Direct entry scheme, candidates should possessUganda Advanced Certificate of education (UACE) with a Principle pass or a certificate in fashion and designing or its equivalent.