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Fashion Business and Creative Arts

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Key facts

  • Program
    Undergraduate diploma
  • Duration
    1 year
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    28,000CAD
  • Start date
    Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec

Program overview

What JCI Institute says about their program:

The Fashion Business & Creative Arts Diploma Program succeeds in helping graduates make their passion their career with a program unlike any other. Covering a wide spectrum of the Fashion industry, this program prepares students for careers in merchandising, buying, sales, design, public relations, advertising/marketing, importing/ exporting, creative direction, illustration, bridal consulting, and much more. Each course within the program consists of interactive lectures, in-class discussions and practical assignments. You’ll have the chance to immerse yourself in hands-on learning with a series of talks from industry leaders, as well as field trips that align your course material. These networking opportunities outside the classroom will help you foster connections with industry experts, giving you a serious edge when it’s time to pursue your career upon graduation.

This program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills & Training.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • All Applicants must have a grade 12 diploma OR be 19 years of age

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • Makeup + Co-Op programs

    IELTS 4.5, TOEFL 61, TOEIC 555-600

  • Hair + Co-Op programs

    IELTS 5, TOEFL 65, TOEIC 600-650

  • Body Spa + Co-Op programs

    IELTS 5, TOEFL 65, TOEIC 600-650

  • Fashion/Core Design + Co-Op programs

    IELTS 5.5, TOEFL 70, TOEIC 650-700

English proficiency waivers

  • Applicants whose first language is English
  • For students applying without an approved English language proficiency examination score, their English proficiency will be assessed through the internal JCI English Comprehension Test. A score of 65% to 75% is required for admission depending on the program

Documents required

  • Application form
  • Registration deposit
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Letter of intent
  • Reference letter from a teacher, employer or other professional
  • Interview

All International students must also present an Attestation Letter to study in BC.

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Fees and funding

Funding

Home Stretch

  • Amount

    CAD$1,000

  • Requirements

    Apply for this award if you are currently in high school and you have a 70% or higher GPA on you grade 12th grade report card or equivalent.

Grad Grades

  • Amount

    CAD$1,000

  • Requirements

    High school graduates who achieved a GPA of 70% or higher.

Beauty Brainiac

  • Amount

    CAD$1,000

  • Requirements

    An award for those who already have a diploma in either hair, nails, esthetics, makeup or fashion from a different school and will be attending JCI

Education expert

  • Amount

    CAD$1,000

  • Requirements

    Apply for this award if you already have a degree.

In the Biz

  • Amount

    CAD$1,000

  • Requirements

    You are eligible for this award if you have at least 6 months of experience from a fashion or beauty retailer. A confirmation letter from a current/former employer is required.

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    CAD$28,000 per year

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Visa requirements for JCI Institute

Many international students will require a visa to study in Canada, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

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