JD Institute of Fashion Technology is the educational division of JD Educational Trust. The institute was founded on 12 October 1988 in Mumbai, India. Since then it has expanded to 40+ learning centers located Pan India. It provides multi-disciplinary education in the field of Fashion Design, Interior Design, Jewellery Design, Fashion Communication
Fashion Styling
Fashion and Lifestyle Entrepreneurship, Fashion Business Management, Visual Merchandising, Fashion Photography, and Hair and Make-up Artistry along with new-age design courses in Visual Arts, Textile Designing, Event Management and UI/UX. JD is affiliated to Bengaluru City University, Goa University and associated with Singhania University for its Masters and undergraduate programme. JD Institute of Fashion Technology was ranked 12 and 14 for Fashion Design by India Today2020 and The Week 2020, respectively. Bengaluru City University: The Bangalore campus of JD Institute of Fashion Technology is affiliated to Bengaluru City University for all its Undergrad degrees.(Pg. 13, No. 152) Goa University: The Goa campus of JD Institute of Fashion Technology is affiliated to Goa University for its Undergrad degrees. Singhania University: JD Institute of Fashion Technology is associated with Singhania University for its new-age Masters and undergraduate programme.

Academics

The institute offers the below mentioned programs Masters: * MSc. in Fashion Design and Management – 2 years * MSc. in Interior Design – 2 years * MSc. in Fashion and Textile Design – 2 years * MBA in Fashion Business and Event Management – 2 years * MA in Fashion Communication – 2 years * MA in User Experience and Interaction Design (UI/UX) – 2 years Degree: * BSc. in Fashion and Apparel Design – 3 years * BSc. in Fashion Design and Garment Management – 3 years * BSc. in Interior Design and Decoration – 3 years * BSc. in Interior Design – 3 years * BSc. in Jewellery Design – 3 years * BBA in Event Management – 3 years * BVA in Graphic Design – 4 years * BVA in Product Design – 4 years Diploma: * Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design – 3 years * Advanced Diploma in Interior Design – 3 years * PG Diploma in Fashion Design and Business Management – 2 years * PG Diploma in Fashion Communication – 2 years * PG Diploma in Interior and Spatial Design – 2 years * Diploma in Fashion Design – 1 year * Diploma in Interior Design – 1 year * Diploma in Fashion Business Management – 1 year * Diploma in Fine Jewellery Design – 1 year * Diploma in Jewellery Design (CAD) – 6 months * Diploma in Visual Merchandising – 6 months * Diploma in Makeup and Hairstyle Artistry – 4 months (Weekend) * Diploma in Fashion Styling – 3 months * Diploma in Fashion Photography – 3 months * Diploma in International Fashion Styling – 40 days * Diploma in Makeup and Hairstyle Artistry – 6 weeks

Learning centers

JD Institute of Fashion Technology has 40+ learning centres located in major cities in India. The infrastructure at these learning centers includes state of the art facility, well-equipped offline and e-library, CAD lab, textile lab, sewing lab, draping lab, interior workstation and jewellery lab to facilitate learning.

Collaborations and Partnerships

The Institute is also a member of various prestigious bodies like: * Cumulus * Indo-Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry * Indo French Chamber of Commerce and Industry * The Council of EU Chambers of Business in India * EQAC (Education quality accreditation Commission, Spain) * Adobe India * IIID (Institute of Indian Interior Designers) * ADI (Association of Designers of India) * KOEFIA, Rome, Italy * London College of Fashion * Chelsea College of Arts * Georgian College, Canada

JD Annual Design Awards

The JD Annual Design Awards revolve around a different theme every year. This event was initiated to provide a platform for graduating students to showcase their designs and present their final work in front of key industry experts, peers and media.

Imagination Journey

JD Institute of Fashion Technology’s Imagination Journey is a 40 days styling course that takes place at London College of Fashion and a Retail Display & Design course at Chelsea College of Arts for the students of Interior Design. The study tour also includes a trip to Paris. The tour to Paris and London provides a visual expedition to the tourist spots and also acts as an observation exercise.

The 3Cs – Conversations, Community and Conference

3Cs’ is a medium to bring together practitioners, researchers and experts who have worked on or thought about design from a variety of perspectives, disciplines, and fields under one common platform to raise awareness, educate and open a dialogue with students. The initiative was started by the institute to enable students to gain a wider outlook at how design can be derived from varied fields and how it impacts their streams. This also helps students to gain a better understanding of the environment, society and culture and its overall impact on the field of design education.

Student life

Student activites include: * Fashion shows: The institute organizes fashion shows regularly, where students showcase their designs and creativity. These events provide students with exposure to the fashion industry and help them gain valuable experience in organizing and managing events. * Workshops and seminars: JD Institute of Fashion Technology regularly conducts workshops and seminars on various topics related to fashion, design, and art. These events are conducted by industry experts and provide students with opportunities to learn from professionals and gain practical knowledge. * Cultural events: The institute organizes cultural events, such as dance performances, music concerts, and festivals, which promote diversity and cultural awareness among students. * Industry visits: The institute organizes industry visits to fashion houses, design studios, and textile mills. These visits provide students with exposure to the industry and help them understand the processes and techniques used in the fashion and design industry. * Sports and fitness: The institute encourages students to participate in sports and fitness activities, such as yoga, basketball, and badminton. These activities promote physical fitness and overall well-being among students.Awards and Recognitions.

Year on Year Celebration

* Best Fashion and Interior Design Institute of the Year 2021 under Quality Education and Leading Infrastructure by National Architecture and Interior Design Excellence Awards and Conference 2021 * Mr. Nealesh Dalal, Managing Trustee – JD Educational Trust was honored with the Outstanding Contribution in Educational Domain Award at the National Architecture and Interior Design Excellence Awards and Conference 2021 * Best Interior Design Institute 2020 at the National Architecture and Interior Design Excellence Awards and Conference 2020. * Global Excellence in Design Education Award - Times Education Excellence 2019 organized by The Times Group. * The Global League Institute by Great Place to Study, London. * The 10 Most Recommended Higher Education Institutes 2019 – July 2019 * The 20 Best Higher Education Institutes of India 2019 – by Education Braniac. * International Quality Awards 2019. * Leaders in Education at UK Asian Business Awards 2018. * Best Skill Learning for Fashion Design in India at the Indian Education Awards 2018 * Best Fashion Design Institution 2017 by Higher Education * Best Fashion and Interior Design Institute in India Award 2017 at India Education Award is an award organized by Blindwink. * Best Vocational Education Institute of the Year - Fashion Design at 7th Indian Education Awards by Indian Education Congress, 2017.
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