http://fitnyc.edu/accessoriesdesign
School of Art and Design
Applications accepted for fall only. NYSED: 27491 HEGIS 1009
The Accessories Design major offers design, technical and business skills to prepare students for careers in design, product development, merchandising and entrepreneurship.
| Semester 5 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| MAJOR AREA | LD 228 - Accessories Computer Design I | 2 |
| LD 332 - Theatrical and Character Footwear | 3 | |
| LD 342 - Zippered Handbag Design, Hardware, and Construction | 2.5 | |
| RELATED AREA | FA 203 - Drawing for Accessories | 1.5 |
| GENERAL EDUCATION/ART HISTORY | HA 344 - History of Western Costume | 3 |
| SS 376 - Clothing and Society | 3 | |
| Semester 6 | ||
| MAJOR AREA | LD 331 - Athletic Footwear Design | 3 |
| LD 341 - Experimental Handbag Techniques | 3 | |
| RELATED AREA | FF 341 - Computer Art for Accessories Design | 1.5 |
| FS 341 - Role of Fabrics in Fashion: 1860 to Present *** | 3 | |
| TD 481 - Screen Printing: Scarves | 2 | |
| GENERAL EDUCATION/ART HISTORY | choice - see Other World Civilizations* G9 | 3 |
| Semester 7 | ||
| MAJOR AREA | LD 471 - The Accessories Industry | 2 |
| LD 451 - Sports-Specific Bags and Carrying Gear | 3 | |
| LD 333 - Nontraditional Footwear Design and Construction | 3 | |
| RELATED AREA | JD 231 - Objects Design and Rendering or PK 303 - Packaging Design for Accessories Design | 1.5-2 |
| GENERAL EDUCATION/ART HISTORY | EN 322 - Writing in the Art and Design Professions | 3 |
| choice - see Foreign Language* G8 | 3 | |
| Semester 8 | ||
| MAJOR AREA | LD 492 - Portfolio Development | 2.5 |
| LD 491 - Accessories Design Senior Project | 3 | |
| RELATED AREA | IC 498 - Senior Internship D: Career Planning | 4 |
| GENERAL EDUCATION/ART HISTORY | choice - see American History* G10 | 3 |
| choice - see Foreign Language* | 3 | TOTAL CREDIT REQUIREMENTS |
| GENERAL EDUCATION/ART HISTORY | 21 | |
| MAJOR AREA | 27 | |
| RELATED AREA | 13.5-14 | |
| Total Credits: | 61.5-62 | |
*Fall 2014 Requirements: See below.
FIT's Gen Ed courses are organized along the following categories: G1 Basic Communication; G2 Mathematics; G3 Natural Sciences; G4 Social Sciences; G5 Western Civilization; G6 The Arts; G7 Humanities; G8 Foreign Language; G9 Other World Civilizations; G10 American History.
American History: 3 credits
CHOICE of EN 271 or 272, or LA 221 or 392 (any one of these meets G10).
Foreign Language: 6 credits
Two semesters of the same foreign language, one of which must meet G8.
Other World Civilizations: 3 credits
CHOICE of HA 121, HA 221, HA 223, HA 224, HA 224, HA 225, or HA 226 (any one of these meets G9)
NOTE: Students who did not receive an AAS in Accessories Design must complete LD 133, 134, 143, and 144 prior to semester 6.
***Meets NASAD Art/Design History Requirements.