In this programme option, emphasis is placed on the development of concepts and on the visualization of ideas towards a finished product. Theoretical reflection and understanding the context of fashion, such as history, market and national and global social structures, are also emphasized. The programme option gives students insight into creative, commercial and ethical fashion design.
Admission requirements
The course is open for exchange students who are currently enrolled in a bachelor programme within the field of Fashion and Industry and have completed at least one year of study.
How to apply
International exchange students select courses when applying for exchange.
Application deadline: 1 October.
Course description
KD2000 Entrepreneurship in Art and Design
The course employs a wide definition of entrepreneurship that includes personal development, creativity, self-reliance, initiative taking and action orientation, i.e. becoming entrepreneurial. The course aims to introduce students to practical entrepreneurship through an action-based approach to value creation. Students will work in teams to solve real-life challenges.
The course is a common course for the programme options Art and Dissemination and Fashion and Industry. It introduces business knowledge, innovation and project management in development processes relating to creative work.
Course description (student.olsomet.no)
KDM2410 Active wear
This course provides a basic introduction to user-driven innovation processes for developing new activewear. Through design, product development and prototyping, the student will gain a basic understanding of how shape, functionality, materiality and technique contribute to aesthetic and functional solutions for clothing appropriate to sports and leisure activities. Materiality, culture and lifestyle are key perspectives in the course and will be explored in the context of the Nordic climate. The course lasts 7-8 weeks.
Course description (student.oslomet.no)
KDM2420 Corporate internship
The course comprises a 9-10-week internship in an enterprise or at another educational institution. The student will participate in day-to-day operations and become familiar with the company or institution’s structure, culture and values.
Costs
There is no semester fee for exchange students.
Questions about this course?
Contact our administrative coordinator by e-mail if you have questions about this course.
