Abstract

FAERM, Steven. From classroom to design room: the transitional experience of the fashion design graduate. Cuad. Cent. Estud. Diseñ. Comun., Ensayos [online]. 2014, n.48, pp.129-152. ISSN 1853-3523.

This study examines the transitional experience of fashion design graduates as they move from academia into professional practice through the lenses of recent graduates, established professionals, educators, academics, and undergraduate program structures. This study also considers the future of fashion design education and what kind of undergraduate experience might best prepare graduates to transition into the industry. The literature review examines design in society, fashion design education, developmental attributes of young adults, mentorship, and undergraduates' preparation for the professional world. Through focus groups with professional designers and educators, professional conferences, an online survey of recent graduates, the graduates' experience is contextualized. This study aims to provide fashion design educators and program directors with awareness for how they can improve their students' preparation for entry into professional practice.

Keywords : Design; Education; Fashion; Learning; Student.

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