The international scope of this multidisciplinary minor is on the context, culture, practices, and trends in the fashion industry. It is designed for students interested in fashion marketing, retailing, media, and technology. Students have an opportunity to learn to identify, analyze, and communicate how the fashion industry functions artistically, socially, historically, and economically in a global market.
Complete all courses listed below unless otherwise indicated.
A student pursuing the minor in global fashion studies may double count up to one course between this minor and the student’s declared major(s) and minor(s).
Required Courses
Code | Title | Hours |
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Complete one of the following: | 4 | |
Introduction to Global Fashion Studies: History, Theory, and Contemporary Practice | ||
Introduction to Global Fashion Studies Abroad: History, Theory, and Contemporary Practice |
Electives
Code | Title | Hours |
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Complete two of the following: | 8 | |
Special Topics in Art and Design Studio (Fashion Photography Only) | ||
The Evolution of Fashion and Costume | ||
Nineteenth- and Twentieth-Century Fashion in Europe | ||
Fashion and Costume Design in Film and Television | ||
Fashion Industry and Trend Forecasting in Europe | ||
Fashion Retailing | ||
Fashion Construction and Pattern Making | ||
Fashion Marketing and Merchandising in Europe | ||
Complete one of the following OR a third course from the list above: | 4 | |
Photo Basics for Nonmajors | ||
Design Process Context and Systems | ||
Programming Basics | ||
Public Relations Principles | ||
Advertising Practices | ||
Public Relations Principles | ||
Photojournalism | ||
Costume Design |
GPA Requirement
2.000 GPA required in the minor