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. Curriculum below is for the entering class of Fall 2019.
| Semester 5 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| MAJOR AREA | LD 332 - Theatrical and Character Footwear | 3 |
| LD 342 - Zippered Handbags Design | 2.5 | |
| LD 371 - Accessories that have Changed Fashion | 2.5 | |
| RELATED AREA | JD 138 - Introduction to CAD Modeling for Designers | 2 |
| LIBERAL ARTS | HA 344 - History of Western Costume | 3 |
| choice - see Liberal Arts Requirements* | 3 | |
| Semester 6 | ||
| MAJOR AREA | LD 331 - Athletic Footwear Design | 3 |
| LD 451 - Sports-Specific Bags and Carrying Gear | 2.5 | |
| RELATED AREA | JD 237 - 3D Digital Object Design | 2 |
| TD 362 - Screen Printing for Accessories Design | 2 | |
| LIBERAL ARTS | choice - see History of Art | 3 |
| choice -see Foreign Language* | 3 | |
| PE/HEALTH | choice - PE/Health | 1 |
| Semester 7 | ||
| MAJOR AREA | LD 333 - Nontraditional Footwear Design | 2.5 |
| LD 341 - Unconventional Handbag Techniques | 2.5 | |
| LD 471 - The Accessories Industry | 2.5 | |
| LD 492 - Portfolio Development | 3 | |
| RELATED AREA | choice - see Related Area Elective** | 3 |
| LIBERAL ARTS | choice - see Foreign Language* | 3 |
| Semester 8 | ||
| MAJOR AREA | LD 491 - Accessories Design Senior Project | 3 |
| RELATED AREA | IC 497 - Senior Internship C: Career Planning | 3 |
| choice - see Related Area Elective** | 3 | |
| LIBERAL ARTS | choice - see Requirements* | 3 |
| TOTAL CREDIT REQUIREMENTS | ||
| PE/HEALTH | 1 | |
| MAJOR AREA | 27 | |
| RELATED AREA | 15 | |
| LIBERAL ARTS | 18 | |
| Total Credits: | 61 | |
Fall 2019 Requirements: see below
* Liberal Arts: 18 credits
- Liberal Arts elective: 6 credits. Select Liberal Arts course, (for which prerequisites have been met) from the following subject areas: AB (Arabic), CH (Chinese), EN (English), FI (Film & Media) - any FI course other than FI 205, 261, 361, 461, 362, and 462, FR (French), HA (History of Art), HE (Health Education) 201, 301, IT (Italian), JA (Japanese), MU (Music), HI (History), MA (Math), MC (Modern Languages & Cultures), PE (Physical Education & Dance) 215, 216, 217, PL (Philosophy), PO (Portuguese), SC (Science), SP (Spanish), and SS (Social Science). See Liberal Arts Courses
- Foreign Language: 6 credits. Two semesters of the same foreign language, one of which must meet General Education Foreign Language requirement (G8).
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History of Art: 6 credits. HA 344 and CHOICE of one (1) additional 3-credit History of Art course that meets General Education Other World Civilizations requirement (G9). See History of Art
**Related Area Electives: 6 credits
CHOICE of any elective courses in Art and Design (for which prerequisites have been met) totaling 6 credits.
NOTE: Students accepted into the BFA program who have not received an AAS in Accessories Design must complete LD 133, LD 134, LD 143, and LD 144 prior to semester 5.
Students who successfully complete the Accessories Design BFA degree will be able to: 1. Research, analyze, and creatively illustrate the historical relevance of fashion evolution, innovation, and trends. 2. Design and create accessories that address a need in the current market using learned assembly techniques, inventive materials, and trend research. 3. Develop an accessories business plan and deliver a coherent, articulate oral presentation. 4. Identify technology and apply, either digitally or manually, to the creation of fashion, theatrical, and athletic accessories. 5. Prepare, organize, and present a professional-level portfolio for internship and employment opportunities.