Yorkville University and RCC Institute of Technology have established an articulation agreement to provide eligible diploma graduates with the opportunity to continue their studies after graduation. The Academy of Design at RCC Institute of Technology provides a fast track in exciting programs for students in Fashion Design, Fashion Marketing & Merchandising, Bachelor of Interior Design, Interior Decorating Diploma, and Graphic Design & Interactive Media. Since 1983, the Academy of Design has offered students a high-energy, hands-on and creative learning environment, mentored by faculty who are highly successful professionals in their fields.
AODT features small class sizes (an average of 20 students or less per class), hands-on learning, individual attention and a dedicated faculty of accomplished working professionals who bring real-world insight into their lessons. Academy of Design programs are specifically designed to help students pursue their passion in the creative design industry.
For more than two decades, the Academy of Design has been helping students from all over the world to develop into skilful artists and entrepreneurs while making valuable peer and industry connections. The schools’ programs have helped more than 12,000 graduates launch exciting and successful careers. Academy of Design graduates edit fashion magazines, and become prominent fashion designers, merchandising managers, major retail chain buyers, and graphic and interior designers – all specialists in their chosen disciplines.
The Fashion Design Diploma at the Academy of Design is a hands-on, intensive program that blends creative and technical skills training to prepare graduates for work in the field. Specific courses explore just about every area of fashion, including pattern drafting, colour theory, elements of design, textiles, draping, knitwear and business fundamentals.
