About Us

The Free State Fashion Week Hub was founded by Cady Smith in 2016 to offer students an accredited fashion design certificate. During a two-year Fashion Design program, students will acquire the expertise and practical knowledge they need to design patterns, and construct apparel using finishing techniques. A major component of the program is to  encourage an entrepreneurial mindset.

FAQ's

How long will the courses be?

The course is for a period of 24 months i.e. 2 years from date of commencement

When do the courses start?

February 2022

Are there part time classes available?

Yes, there are part time classes available whereby class times are during the week and also on Saturdays.

How much are the course/ tuition fees?
Tuition costs
Full time study Part time study
Per year Monthly Per year Monthly
R30 000 R3000 R18 000 R1 800
R3800.00 Registration fee (non-refundable for full and part time students) includes study aids and learning materials.
If I pay my fees upfront, will the amount be the same?
You will receive a 5% discount if the tuition fees are paid in full by end January 2022. However, this will be on the tuition fees and not the registration fee. Registration fee is payable in full amount to f R3800,00
Tuition costs
Full time study Part time study
Per year Monthly Per year Monthly
R30 000 R3 000 R18 000 R1 800
Discount if paid by 31 January 2022 5% 5%
Discounted amount R1 500 R900
Amount payable for tuition fees R28 500 R17 100
Registration fee R3 800 R3 800
Total payable for tuition & registration fees R32 300   R20 900  
Are there short courses available?

Yes there are for Sewing & Pattern Construction.

Free State Fashion Week featured on SABC 2 Morning Live.

Recognition of prior learning:

The recognition of prior learning helps to broaden access and create new pathways into formal education and on-the job training provided by institutions of higher learning. Typically, the target audience would consist of underqualified adult learners who are looking to advance their qualifications.

In addition, it may include candidates lacking the minimum requirements for admission into formal learning programmes (e.g., matric). Some of these candidates are working in a workplace, or unemployed and semi-skilled.