Fashion Design - Master's or Second Bachelor's?

ghost00
Wed, 14 May 2008 15:20:09 +0000

No, I haven’t visited Otis yet, I know there are some liberal art classes even on the sophomore level, I might talk with a counselor to see if those could be waived. Do you know if it’s also possible to take classes in the summer? Are all courses available in the summer? Its suggested to finish the degree in 3 yrs, however I want to save more time by also studying in the summer, or is it ok to take more classes in one semester? Does every class have pre-req?

As for the internships, did you find them yourself or it’s sort of like thru school? Does the school help you in any way? I know it depends on the quality of the work, but what I mean is the connection. Did your classmates find internships easily? Would you mind telling me if you know anyone at otis who got an internship with european design houses or big companies here in the States? If possible, I’d definitely wanna relocate for an internship, like NY or Europe. How early would be appropriate to apply for an internship?

Well I know what you mean by “real education”, I personally had lots of doubts when I was studying toward my graphic design degree. I always found the meaning of art/design to be quite vague, I don’t really know if I’m actually good at it. I wanted to switch to something else during my 3rd yr, but at the end I didn’t. After 2 years of working in the field, I realized I can’t really get rid of design, it’s already in my “blood”, I know I can’t really be satisfied if I cannot be creatively involved in my job, even though the pay isn’t that good in the design field. I had exactly the same thought as yours when I was deciding if I should major in fashion design before college, at the end, I gave up fashion, and picked graphic design instead. I’ve always liked fashion, but I didn’t think it should be my job. But I was wrong, because at the end, I still want to do sth about it, I feel I’m not “complete” being a graphic designer. S o that’s why I’m taking this risk – spending another 2-3 yrs + money to go for sth I really love while I also need to support my own family. So money and time are my issues, if I don’ t have to support my family, I would go study in CSM in a heartbeat. What do you want to study now? Are you sure you want to give up fashion? Well I’m pretty sure it was a tough decision for you, and you are old enough to decide, but IMO, think clearly about it now, do you consider yourself to be creative? I know designers don’t get pay too well in general, but it’s one of the occupations that makes you feel really happy and satisfied.

Thanks in advance , and sure it’d be great if you can forward me the link for the internship, I’ll send you my email in private.