Technical Apparel Design

When you embark on a Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Technical Apparel Design, you’ll join an industry that pushes the limits of human potential. From giving elite athletes a competitive edge to saving the lives of outdoor enthusiasts, this booming industry blends creativity with cutting-edge technology to allow humans to move faster, survive longer and explore further. Through our program, in four semesters, you’ll gain the research, design, business and leadership skills needed to join the next generation of design innovators. Our hands-on program has been carefully developed in partnership with our Program Advisory Committee, made up of Vancouver-based companies like Arc’teryx, Global Collective, lululemon, Mountain Equipment Co-Op, Mustang Survival and Sugoi, as well as top academics and researchers. This guidance allows us to respond quickly to changes in the marketplace and continually adapt our curriculum to reflect current industry needs and standards, ensuring you're getting the most up-to-date education possible and positioned for success. We're proud of our strong industry ties and since you'll often work alongside industry professionals, you’ll graduate with the connections needed to launch your technical apparel design career.