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AMFI - Amsterdam Fashion Institute (English programme)
The right choice for you?
In the Fashion & Textile Technologies Bachelor’s programme at the Amsterdam Fashion Institute (AMFI), you will learn all about the world of fashion: from designing and making garments to selling and promoting them. You will develop your own style and craftsmanship. From the buzzing city, you will have the chance to express creativity and learn from international lecturers at the forefront of management, design and branding. Do you have a passion for fashion? If so, AMFI is the place for you.
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Jip Scholtz: “At AMFI, you don’t just learn a profession, you learn who you want to be in the fashion world”
Coco van Haren: “Combining graphic design skills with structure has really become my strength”
Ann Leurink: “If a brand wants to stay relevant, it must speak with the community”
Jeanet: 'I very quickly realised that I had chosen the right degree programme.'
Babette: 'At AMFI, I felt right at home. It was innovative and vibrant.'
Sami: 'For me, AMFI has long since ceased to feel like school – it is a place where I am doing what I really like'
What will you be doing?
At AMFI, you step straight into the world of fashion. First, you will discover how the industry works and what role you can play in it. After a broad introduction, you will start your specialisation: Fashion & Management, Fashion & Branding or Fashion & Design. You will work with students from other specialisations on practical assignments, always focusing on sustainability, diversity and digitalisation. From your third year, you can do an internship or minor. After your graduation project in the fourth year, you will be ready to conquer the fashion industry.
- Year 1
Semester 1
The first semester of Year 1 is all about building a strong foundation. Together with other first-year students, you will learn all about the world of fashion. A personal and professional development (PPD) pathway will help you discover your talents and goals, so that you grow not only professionally, but also personally.Semester 2
In semester 2, you will study your chosen specialisation in depth. You will acquire specific knowledge and skills within Fashion & Management, Fashion & Branding or Fashion & Design.- Year 2
In Year 2, you will continue within your chosen specialisation. You will develop the knowledge and skills you need to become an expert in your chosen field.
- Year 3
In the first semester of Year 3, you will dive deeper into Fashion & Management, Fashion & Branding, or Fashion & Design. In the second semester, you can choose to do a minor or an internship.
- Year 4
In the first semester of Year 4, you will do either a minor or an internship, depending on what you chose in Year 3. In the second semester, you will work on your graduation project. After that, you will be ready to create the fashion of the future.
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The AMFI Fashion & Textile Technology programme has an enrolment quota. A selection procedure therefore applies.
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Admission
There are different admission requirements for Dutch and international diplomas. Students who apply for the AMFI international programme are expected to have good written and verbal skills in English. A selection procedure includes an assignment and motivation interview.
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40 hours a week
Study load
At AMFI you have at least 16 contact hours per week in the first year. In addition, you will spend approximately 24 hours a week on projects, research and assignments and preparing for classes and assessments.
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Tuition fees and extra costs
Tuition
In addition to the annually set tuition fee you must take into account approximately €800 per year for books, readers, magazines, materials and excursions.
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Why study at AMFI?
- AMFI offers a complete fashion programme, available in Dutch and English, in which you will learn all about the world of fashion. From design and production to sales and promotion, you will gain hands-on experience and discover how the entire fashion industry works.
- You will be part of a diverse, creative community where you will develop your own style and skills.
- We work with leading companies in the fashion industry and are located in the heart of the innovative Amsterdam region.
- Our international lecturers are experts in management, branding and design and will help you grow with the latest insights and developments.
- Throughout your programme, you will be guided by a coach to ensure you are seen, heard and supported.
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For whom
- As well as an obvious passion for fashion, you’re interested in people, society and culture.
- You’re enterprising and ambitious, and you want to play an important role in the fashion industry.
- You can think creatively and critically, and you look outside the box for solutions.
Study in the Netherlands
Studying in Amsterdam at AUAS is an unforgettable experience. Our information for international students helps you to prepare for your new life in the Netherlands and get the most out of your time in Amsterdam.
Information for international students
Interested in this programme?
- Enrolment deadline is 15 JanuaryEnrol now
- Get to know us
- (opent in een nieuw venster)Download the programme overview flyer (pdf)
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