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THE UNIVERSITY OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO (UTT)
The underlying philosophy of the Government of Trinidad and Tobago with respect
to tertiary education as articulated in its Vision 2020 Action Plan 2002 - 2007 is to
embark on a radical programme in support of post-secondary and tertiary education.
Government envisages enrolment in tertiary institutions tripled within the next five to seven
years and has identified the need for new universities and post secondary institutions with
a different focus from the traditional tertiary level institutions. UTT finds itself in the
vanguard of this revolution of tertiary education.
The University of Trinidad and Tobago will provide a different focus to that which presently
obtains. Drawing on the experiences of the various institutions which will fall under its
ambit, and the fostering and maintenance of alliances with Centres of Excellence and private
companies of distinction, the University has accepted its leadership role in education,
research and innovation, pillars of a developed society.
CARIBBEAN ACADEMY OF FASHION AND DESIGN (CAFD)
The goal of CAFD is to educate and train aspiring designers and managers in the
art and business of fashion with an eye toward developing a Caribbean fashion
industry. Currently the Academy offers a four-year B.A. (Honours) Degree in Fashion
Design, two-year Diploma programmes in Fashion Design and Fashion Management.
The Board of Governors of the University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT) and the Academic
Council have agreed to introduce an academic programme, in support of all aspects of the
Fashion Industry of Trinidad and Tobago. It is proposed that the umbrella unit of the UTT
which would accommodate these activities, be established as “The Caribbean Academy of
Fashion and Design at UTT (CAFD)” with a clear objective of becoming a Centre of
Excellence in this field.
The Caribbean Academy of Fashion and Design at UTT hopes to do its part in
supporting the development of the regional fashion industry.
UTT will ensure that courses of study are relevant to industry needs and that the quality
of learning and training remains equal to noted fashion programmes in fashion capitals
around the world.
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IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES…..
The increasingly complexity of the fashion industry along with a highly competitive
globalized marketplace require highly trained individuals with specific knowledge of
apparel design, research and planning as well as marketing, management and product
development.
In collaboration with industry professionals from Paris, New York and London, CAFD
is the first dedicated fashion school in the region offering tertiary education to
undergraduates from around the Caribbean who wish to pursue studies in fashion design
and management. Students opting for studies in fashion design will learn all aspects of
apparel design encountered in a professional workroom from market research, croquis
sketching and pattern making to collection planning and the construction of the final
garment. The fashion management programme will integrate a basic marketing foundation
with comprehensive knowledge of realities in the global fashion industry. Courses include
fashion marketing, merchandising, public relations, fashion presentation, product
development and international trade.
Facilities at CAFD are ideally suited to realize the creative endeavours of its students and
include three spacious design ateliers equip with Wolf dress forms and an assortment
of industrial power machines, two drawing studios, three lecture rooms, a textile arts
laboratory and a dedicated fashion computing lab. The campus library is currently being
stocked with a wide variety of fashion books and periodicals.
The instructors, a number of them alumni from the world’s prestigious design schools as
well as those from respected regional educational institutions, pledge a high level of
instruction.
Visiting instructors and lecturers as well as interaction with the local industry via “client
driven” projects provide students with a real world experience of challenges that lie ahead.
With your talent and our expertise, the possibilities are limitless…..
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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree
FASHION DESIGN

B.A. (Hons) Fashion Design
Today’s fashion designer must not only bear witness to the industrial, political and
socio-economical conditions around them, they must interpret those trends into clothing that
respond to the aesthetic and functional needs of an ever complex and expansive marketplace.
The B.A (Hons) degree in Fashion Design programme is offered as a four year course of study.
Originality and flair are emphasized within a framework of good design and sound production
techniques. In their first year, students learn the basics of art and design from which to project
their own creative talent. On the second level, they learn all areas of garment production
encountered in a professional atelier: pattern drafting, draping, fashion drawing, colour story
development, presentation, illustration, and the realization of the finished garment.
On the third and fourth levels, students learn advanced studio skills as well as designing for
specific markets, textile arts, fashion computing and basic marketing principals. Participation
with local designers and manufacturers in client driven projects prepare students for the
challenges faced in the real world of design. The programme culminates in a fashion show of
fourth-year student work presented before fashion professionals and the press.
1 st Level
Fashion Fundamentals: The Fashion Industry
Fashion Fundamentals: Apparel Construction
Textile Identification I & II
Drawing from Observation
Life Drawing
Colour & Design I & II
Basic Computing: Office Applications
Basic Computing: Graphic Applications
Critical Thinking
English Literature & Composition
Art History I &II
3 rd Level
Design Studio I & II
Advanced Intermediate Model Drawing
Advanced Model Drawing
Design Concepts I & II
CAD Systems for Garment Design
CAD Systems for Pattern Drafting
Surface Treatments I & II
Cultural Studies Elective or Language
2 nd Level
Beginning Fashion Drawing
Intermediate Fashion Drawing
Pattern Drafting I & II
Draping I & II
Fashion Design/Illustration I & II
Digital Workshop I: Photoshop
Digital Workshop II: Illustrator
History of Costume and Textiles
Fashion in the Modern World
4 th Level
Collections Development
Concepts Workshop I & II
Thesis Collection
Fashion Product Development
Logistics in Fashion Management
Internship or Fashion Management Elective
CAREER PATHS:
Fashion Designer of womenswear, childrenswear, menswear, lingerie, knitwear, sports apparel, maternity wear,
bridal wear, swimwear, urbanwear. Accessories Designer of shoes, bags, jewellery. Design Director; Fashion
Coordinator; Fashion Consultant; Product Manager; Collections Director; Patternmaker; Pattern Grader; Technical
Designer; Fashion Educator.
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Diploma Programme
FASHION DESIGN

DIPLOMA in Fashion Design
The intensive nature of the CAFD Diploma in Fashion Design Programme caters to students with
busy workday schedules, providing them with a part-time option to refresh existing skills or learn
new ones with the intent of working as a skilled technician in the local industry. The programme
Is delivered over two years (six semesters).
This option exposes students to both the traditional hands-on studies in studio methods, drawing,
textiles and design concepts as well as cutting edge digital computing in the fields of design and
pattern drafting technology.
After successful completion of the Diploma in Fashion Design programme, students in good
academic standing may opt to further their studies by reapplying for acceptance directly into the
third year of the B.A. (Hons) in Fashion Design programme.
1 st Semester
Fashion Fundamentals: Apparel Construction
Studio Methods & Techniques I
Fashion Fibres & Fabrics
Fashion Fundamentals: The Fashion Industry
Surface Treatments on Fabric I
2 nd Semester
Studio Methods & Techniques II
Fashion Sketching I
Basic Computing: Graphics Applications
Art History
Surface Treatments on Fabric II
3 rd Semester
Studio Methods & Techniques III
Fashion Sketching II
Design Illustration
Art History II
Design Electives
4 th Semester
Studio Methods & Techniques IV
Fashion Sketching III
Design Illustration II
History of Costume & Textiles
Design Elective
5 th Semester
Studio Methods & Techniques V
Technical Illustration
Design Lab I
Design Elective
6 th Semester
Studio Methods VI
CAD Systems for Garment Design
CAD Systems for Pattern Drafting
Design Lab II
Design Elective
DESIGN ELECTIVES:
Urban Jewellery Design; French Embroidery Techniques; Handbag & Belt Design;
Knitting & Knotting; Silkscreen Techniques.
CAREER PATHS:
Pattern maker; Seamstress; Dressmaker's assistant; Production Assistant; Technical Designer;
Trend Researcher; Sample maker.
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Diploma Programme
FASHION MANAGEMENT

DIPLOMA in Fashion Management
Fashion managers are the movers and shakers behind he glitzy world of red-carpet gowns,
24-carat baubles, designer cosmetics and even luxury home furnishing. For they are the
individuals responsible for bringing must-have items directly from the designer’s workshop
right down onto the retail sales floor.
The increasing complexity of this sector, along with a highly competitive globalized
marketplace and expansive “2020 Vision” of the Trinidad and Tobago government, will
require individuals with specific knowledge of fashion marketing strategies, retail savvy
and visual merchandising savoir-faire.
The aim of the Diploma in Fashion Management programme is to develop professionals in
fashion marketing, merchandising and in product development. The programme addresses
the business aspect of the industry. Students are imprinted with a basic marketing
foundation while gaining comprehensive knowledge of the fashion industry and its product life
cycles.
1 st Semester
Fashion Fundamentals: The Fashion Industry
Fashion Fabrics and Fibres
Principles of Marketing
Basic Computing: Office Applications
Critical Thinking
2 nd Semester
Fashion Fundamentals: The Retail Business
Finance and Accounting
Business Writing
Consumer Behaviour
3 rd Semester
Fashion Retail Buying
Merchandise Planning and Buying
Microeconomics
Fashion Presentations
4 th Semester
Merchandising Strategies
Macroeconomics
Fashion Product Development
Brand Identity
5 th Semester
Strategic Fashion Management
Computer Systems for Retail Management
Fashion Distribution and Logistics
Business Ethics
Liberal Studies Elective or Language
6 th Semester
Fashion Visual Merchandising
Import/Export
Business Law
Principles of Public Relations
CAREER PATHS:
Fashion Buying, Retail Merchandising, Management, Public Relations, Events Organizer, Product Sourcing, Product
Development, Fashion Marketing, Promotion and Communications, Fashion Stylist.
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Cultural Studies / Art History
CULTURAL STUDIES

CULTURAL STUDIES at the CARIBBEAN ACADEMY of FASHION & DESIGN
Fashion trends are often impacted by world events: major art and music movements,
geopolitical crisis, socioeconomic factors and environmental concerns. Though not
directly related to fashion studies per se, cultural studies play an essential role at
CAFD in providing students the necessary intellectual and cultural cognizance needed
to compete in the ever complex, global world of design.
Cultural studies in the first year, serve as an initiation to the world of art.
Critical Thinking helps students develop research and analytical skills, problem solving
abilities and an awareness of the world around them. English Literature and
Composition inspire creative thinking and provides the tools necessary to transmit
ideas in written form. Art history classes force the student to reflect back on the roots
of colour, design, shape, form and expression then reinterpret them for use in our
modern society.
Classes in History of Costume and History of Contemporary Fashion provide a solid
background in both the past and present modes of apparel which are essential for
creating innovative designs for the twenty-first century.
As the programme advances, future course offerings may include foreign languages,
regional art, literary studies, and music appreciation.
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Fashion Design Course Descriptions
FASHION DESIGN PROGRAMMES
Basic Computing: Graphics Applications
Introduction to Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
Basic Computing: Office Applications
Practical application of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and
Powerpoint for use in illustrated reports, business letters,
outlines, charts, research papers and spreadsheets and
visual presentations.
Beginning Fashion Drawing
Intermediate Fashion Drawing
Basic drawing skills are taught from a live fashion model to
help the student define movement, proportion, and
perspective. Students learn through observation how
various garments hang in relation to the body. Exploration
of media and the styles of professional illustrators helps
students develop a fashion signature.
CAD Systems for Fashion Design
The use of professional computer software for apparel
collections planning and presentation is presented.
CAD Systems for Pattern Drafting
Using professional grade software, students learn cutting
edge technology in the creation and gradation of the pattern.
Collections Development
Working in tandem with the Concepts Workshop class,
students are faced with creative problem solving via
couture techniques, tailoring and experimental methods of
draping or pattern making.
Colour and Design I,II
The elements, principles and factors of design in black,
white and gray values are explored. The second semester
delves into the nature of colour: hue, value, light, tonal
mixtures, systems of colour.
Concepts Workshop I
In this final year of study, focus is placed on research and
development of personal style as the student prepares to
enter the workforce. Students interface with the fashion
industry through designer and industry driven projects.
Concepts Workshop II
Students devote their attention to the realization and
fabrication of their “thesis” collection, comprising up to six
garments. Faculty and outside professionals provide
invaluable critiques and guidance.
Design Concepts I,II
A study of various fashion markets with an eye on designing
within imposed constraints. The use of the croquis book,
the “story board,” colour and fabric boards are imposed as
essential working tools. The second semester is devoted to
students’ involvement in a professional designer driven
project.
Design Lab
Students learn to research, collect information and
sharpen their skills of observation while learning to
prepare reports and presentations, visually and orally.
Design Studio I,II
Advanced studio techniques with an emphasis on design
aesthetics and a focus on the process and procedure of
executing a design concept to layout, cutting, construction,
fitting and finishing. The second semester works in
tandem with Design Concepts for the designer driven
project.
Digital Workshop: Adobe Photoshop
A digital imaging course tailored to fit the needs of the
fashion designer, Adobe Photoshop is used as the ultimate
tool for Fashion Visual Presentations.
Digital Workshop: Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Illustrator is used to construct technical drawings
(otherwise known as flats or specs).
Draping I,II
Draping techniques through fitting muslin on the dress form
is a method used to achieve basic shapes and interesting
volumes from which design concepts emanate. Students
learn to make basic patterns and to achieve balance in
three dimensional form. In semester two, they work with a
variety of patterns, layouts, cutting, and construction
techniques with an emphasis on individual design
aesthetics.
Drawing From Observation
Both perceptual and analytical in nature, this basic drawing
course is designed to help the student to train the hand to
mind to eye coordination through direct observation of
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objects and surroundings. Students learn the basics of
composition and perspective using a variety of methods
and materials.
Fashion Design Illustration I,II
A core fashion design course, students develop rendering
and technical drawing skills used within the context of a
design workroom. The second semester concentrates on
the design skills of the student.
Fashion Fundamentals: Basics of Garment
Construction
Students learn basic construction methods and a wide
range of hand and machine sewing stitches employed in
the assembly and finishing of a garment.
Fashion Fundamentals: The Fashion Industry
An introduction to the global fashion industry. Analysis of
the various levels within the market and the production
chain from conception to retail sales. An overview of
fashion capitals, important resources, companies and
personnel who impact the industry is discussed.
Life Drawing
The study of the human anatomy, its planes, movement in
space. The semester begins with the use of gestures and
structural, academic drawing. then proceeds analytically
through line, plane and volume.
Fashion Sketching I,II
From two-minute quick sketches to a studied drawing of the
clothed figure, students learn the basics of fashion drawing
from a live model. Movement, perspective, volume and
silhouette of are emphasized.
Pattern Drafting I,II
By learning to measure the body accurately, students
develop basic “slopers,” the manipulation of which is used
to develop paper patterns for bodices, skirts, sleeves,
collars , shirts, jackets and trousers.
Textile Identification I,II
The identification of textile fibers and fabrics provides a
basic knowledge of their range and how they are applied to
the special requirements of clothing production. The first
semester’s focus is on natural fibres, Semester two
examines synthetics and methods for quality control.
Thesis Collection
In their last year of school, students produce a capsule
collection of garments based on a personally selected
theme. They build their “thesis” by designing “licensee”
products and accessories and work on their “brand image,”
portfolio, and visual presentation in preparation for their
entry into the professional world of fashion design.
Studio Methods & Techniques I, II, III
In this class which combines two different techniques for
creating patterns for women’s apparel, students learn
rudimentary methods of flat pattern drafting and threedimensional
draping.
Surface Treatments I,II
An introduction to fabric patterning using traditional hand
decoration, revitalized with new results and applications.
Students learn basic techniques including batik resists,
wax etching, lino-printing, stencelling, foiling, bonding,
permanent pleating and puckering, devore, watercolour
and direct painting with dyes and pigment paints.
CULTURAL STUDIES / ART HISTORY
Critical Thinking
Designed to foster independent thinking, this course
strengthens students’ capacity to reason clearly, critically
and creatively including the ability to analyse the arguments
of others, synthesize effective arguments of their own and
solve problems skillfully. Students acquire skills in
conducting purposeful, imaginative research skill essential
to the examination of demanding social, moral, political and
personal issues.
English Literature & Composition
Students explore the differences between speech and
writing. They analyse writing characteristics, conventions
and principles for a variety of writing functions in a range of
personal and public situations. No prerequisite.
History of Art I,II
Lectures and research covering the major schools of art
from ancient Greece and Rome through contemporary
paintings and sculpture.
History of Costume
This history of fashion course is designed to introduce
students to the different garments worn in ancient Egypt,
Greece and Rome as well as those worn by Europeans
during the Middle Ages up to the present. An
understanding of the evolution of the society through the
clothes people once work is promoted in a given
sociological, economical and religious context.
History of Contemporary Fashion
From its origins in the mid-19th century to the makers and
shakers in the contemporary world of style, this history of
fashion course focuses on contemporary fashion from its
origins with Charles Worth through today’s cutting edge
young designers.
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Fashion Management Course Descriptions
FASHION MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME
Brand Identity
The fundamentals of branding is the basis of this course
which focuses on concepts for fashion brand equity
including the establishment of elements, personality and
identity, all of which are a vital part of today’s fashion
entities.
Business Ethics
Through readings in classic and contemporary ethical
literature and through case studies of real ethical dilemmas,
this course examines the moral considerations that one
may encounter in management situations, business and
creative pursuits.
Business Law
This course examines the structures and responsibilities of
being in business, with emphasis on and practical
applications of contract negotiations, business activity, and
commercial liability.
Business Writing
Writing effectively is an important skill that contributes to
success in business. This course teaches the way to
increase the clarity and impact of on-the-job documents.
Computer Systems for Retail Management
The application and use of the computer to solve problems
in assortment planning, merchandise management, trading
area site analysis, store planning and media planning are
all explored.
Consumer Behaviour
This course explores the factors impacting consumers’
perceptions, decisions and purchases. Discussions focus
on consumer research, geographical distribution, income,
education, purchasing power, lifestyle and consumerism as
influences.
Fashion Distribution and Logistics
This course presents the basic concepts of fashion
distribution and its interrelationship with marketing.
Students learn about all of the stages within the production
to manufacture structure from conception and creation to
retailing, manufacturing and distribution of goods presented
from a logistics’ perspective.
Fashion Fabrics and Fibres
Identification of textile fibers and fabrics provides a basic
knowledge of their range and how they are applied to the
special requirements of clothing production.
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Fashion Fundamentals:
The Fashion Industry
(See listing under
Fashion Design)
Fashion Fundamentals:
The Retail Business
A study of retail
organizations and
structures within the
fashion industry are
topics for discussion.
Analysis of supervision,
organization and
operations management
of fashion retail
institutions are also
covered.
Fashion Presentations
Students learn the fundamentals of presenting fashion
information through visual presentations including trade
shows, exhibitions, fashion shows and written
communiqués for the purpose of promotion and sales.
Fashion Product Development
Researching, planning, developing and presenting a
fashion product line for an identified target market with
regard to prices, styling and timing.
Fashion Retail Buying
Basic concepts of retail buying along with an overview of
this industry are examined as students learn the planning
and control of merchandise assortment, seasonal sales,
plans, ordering and replenishment process. Sourcing as
well as the relationships and negotiations between the
buyer and vendor are also analyzed.
Fashion Visual Merchandising
This course looks at the importance of fashion visual
merchandising from its early roots as simple “window
dressing” to modern strategies of corporate imaging,
merchandising, and the strategic use and deployment of
display props, signage, backdrops, graphics, colour and
light systems in a way to gain a competitive edge in the
marketplace.
Finance and Accounting
Students study the accounting cycle through financial
statements, understanding inventory controls, tangible and
intangible assets, and budgets. This course covers the role
accounting plays in business forecasting and decision
making.

Import/Export Management
Discussions involve methods, practices, and reasons for
importation and exportation as well as the important factors
in developing import programs, distribution of products,
market sources, financing, and aspects associated with
apparel and other imported and exported products
Merchandise Planning and Buying
A study of market sources, fashion buying techniques,
vendor relationships, practices and approaches as a
function of assortment planning and vendor selection.
Merchandising Strategies
Working as a team, students simulate working for a fashion
manufacturer or retailer and develop, refine goals and
create strategies to enhance market strength, market
penetration and build relationships among internal and
external customers
Macroeconomics
This course introduces the student to general theories and
principles of macroeconomics and the economy in
aggregate terms. It investigates the interaction of
government, business and consumers as agents in the
pursuit of growth, employment and stability of prices,
interest rates and exchange rates.
Microeconomics
An introduction to general theories and principles of microeconomics,
this course examines how small and individual
firms, and consumers make decisions with respect to the
allocation of scarce resources and factors of production
Principles of Marketing
Examination of fashion producers and retailer’s roles in
marketing communications. Analysis of consumer
motivation to develop sales strategies in relationship to
marketing strategies
Principles of Public Relations
Explores strategic role and function of public relations in the
fashion business. Students how to plan and prepare
materials for various types of media.
Strategic Fashion Management
Identification of mission and strategies in the garment
industry serves as the underlying theme for this course
which looks at fashion in the context of its related global
environment. Students are presented with a model of the
strategic control process used in fashion firms,
characteristics of strategic control elements, and methods
of analyzing the fashion environment.
ELECTIVE:
Environmental Studies in Health and Safety for the
Fashion Industry
This course provides the students with basic knowledge
required to identify and control Environmental, Health and
Safety hazards associated with the fashion industry. The
health effects related to the use of materials, routes of
entry, dose-response relationship, personal hygiene,
interaction of toxic agents, prevention and control
techniques, ergonomics, and the use, storage, and disposal
of hazardous materials are all topics for discussion.
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CAFD Faculty
FASHION FACULTY 2008-2009
BENJAMIN, Dr. Erroll
PhD Literatures in English, University of the West Indies
(UWI). MA. English UWI. BA (Lower Second Class)
Literature, History, UWI.
BLACKMAN DICK, Hilarie
Entrepreneur and owner of HIliarie's School of Fashion.
Clothing and textile instructor for Ministry of Education
(T&T). Professional Development Consultant. AAS in
Fashion Technology, Warner's Fashion Instutute PA, USA;
BS Human Ecology, University of the West Indies; MS,
Human Resource Management, Troy State University GA,
USA.
BOWEN, Eddie
Artist/Fine Art Consultant.. Over 20 one man shows locally,
numerous studio shows, and international group shows at
galleries including the Gallery 1234 (Normandie Hotel),
Awuarella Galleries; CCA7; Santo Domingo Bienale, Sao
Paulo Bienale 2002; Documenta; Lasd Politicas de la
Differencia.
BRIZAN, Jessel
Design assistant for Macy's Merchandising Group (MMG)
NYC; Solo Licensing Corporation, NYC. Corporate
Communications Manager Laqtel, T&T. Sales Associate,
BAP, Inc. (Old Navy Clothing Co. and The GAP) MA, USA.
Staff Writer, Union News/Sunday Republican, MA, USA.
Editor in Chief, The Yellow Jacket, MA, USA. BA in
Communications, American International College. Attended
Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), NYC.
CARR, Sandra
Fashion Designer. Outerwear designer (coats, jackets) for
Alexandre Fur Co. NYC (Calvin Klein Valentino, Carolyn
Rhome divisions). Sample hand, JC Penney Stores, NYC.
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Pattern Maker, Ladies Leisure Company, NYC.
Entrepreneur and owner of Shass Designs NYC AAS in
Fashion Design, Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT),
NYC.
CELESTINE, Nekelle LaToya
BSc Computing and Information Systems, University of
London External Program. Matriculation to MSC
Infromation Systems Management, University of
Greenwich External Programme. Cisco Certified Network
Associate. CompTIA Network+
CHISHOLM, Valerie
Designer: Clients have included: Henri Bendel, Barney’s
Ann Taylor, Charaviri, Broadway Babies (NYC; Garfinckel,
Toast & Strawberries, Nikki Young, Diane’s Boutique
(Wash. DC; Chlon (Detroit). Public Relations Rep: The
Black Fashion Museum, Washington DC; Nelson Jackson;
Cowboy (Oklahoma) MTG Media Properties; Organization
of Black Designer. Consultant: World Bank Group (Wash.
DC, Rome IT)
GLENN CYRUS, Michelle
Certified Textile Lab Technician. Trinidad & Tobago Bureau
of Standards. BSc in Human Ecology Consumer Science.
Science Laboratory Technical Diploma, John Donaldson
Technical Institute.
HAMID, Sajjad.
Marketing Consultant. Columnist for Newsday Business
Day, “Entrepreneurs Row.” Corporate Retail Manager for
TTPost. Business Development Manager for Federal
Mogul, Marketing Specialist: Hilo Food Stores; Marketing
Assistant: Cannings. Marketing Officer for Amin’s Footwear
Manufacturer.
HARRIS, Anton
Jewellery Designer. Clients include: Lousaing’s Jewellers,
Caribbean Jewell Works. Lecturer at John S. Donaldson
Technical Institute. Works exhibited at CANBAIA (Candian
Black Artists in Action) exhibition. Invited by Mayor of New
Amsterdam to introduce and teach the art of copper
repousse to Guyana. Diploma in Jewelly Craft: John s.
Donaldson Technical Institute.
JOCHUM, ClaireTextile Designer. In charge of textile arts
at Parsons Paris (France). Former clients include: Christian
Lacroix, Sic Amor, Miss China, University of St. Quentin-en-
Yveline. Studied at Ecole des Beaux Arts de STrasvourg;
Atelier d’Art Arc-en-Ciel, Chambre des Metiers (France).
KOEHNE, Martina
Fashion Designer, Couture Pattern Maker. Former Fashion
design chair, Parsons Paris. Consultant, LVHM. CEITH

(France). Fashion clients: Carven Golf, Renato Nucci,
Frederic Castet, Toi du Monde, Jean Chancel, S.
Zimmerman Leather Design, Theater Staatshteather Weisbaden.
BTS, Elise Topelle Haute Couture. Studied at
L’Ecole de la Chambre Syndicale de Couture. Lesage.
MONGO, Carol
Fashion Education Consultant. Former Director and former
Fashion Design Chair, Parsons Paris. Fashion writer: Paris
Voice magazine; Associated Press; Essence Magazine;
Paris Passion magazine; Detroit News; Auto Gallery
Magazine; Emirates Inflight, CAAC (China Airways), Harris
Publications; Bantam Books. Fashion Illustrations featured
in: Cosmopolitan Magazine (NY-Paris), Simon & Shuster
publishers (NY), Revlon ad campaign (NY-Paris), Dior
Cosmetics. Exhibitions: “Paris on the Potomac”
Washington DC. American Chambre of Commerce (Paris),
Parsons Paris Gallery. BFA in Fashion Design, Pratt
Institute. Post grad studies: FIT, Parsons, School of Visual
Arts (NY).
NICKSON, Jack
Visual Artist. Lecturer and instructor for the Centre for
Creative and Festival Arts (University of West Indies); Art
Institute of Chicago. Part-time Artist in Residence: Rush
Children’s Hospital; Department of Education for the
Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands. Department
of Education of Trinidad & Tobago. Four-year diploma (now
BA) Edna Manley School of Visual & Performing Arts; M.A.
in Art Education: Art Institute of Chicago, USA.
ROULLEAU, Elizabeth
Haute Couture Embroiderer. Worked for Koji Nihommatsu.
Created “REves de Broderie,” promotion for the French
embroidery profession. Exhibitions: “Respiration” with the
Trame de Soi association; Haute Couture embroidery
exhibition at the Cour des Loges (France). Studied Haute
Couture and Interior Decoration Embroidery at Lesage,
Paris France.
ST. CYR, Tonia
Artist. Commissions include: Prestige Holdings, Trinidad &
Tobago Postal Corporation Ltd., British West Indies
Airways, Sandy Lane Hotel , Barbados, Colonial Life
Insurance Company. Featured exhibitions at galleries
including: Artpeach Gallery, Burbank CA; Art Creator's
Gallery, Trinidad; Kunstwerk Gallery, Mannheim Germany;
Artists' Museum, Washington DC; Commonwealth Institute,
London UK. Gallery 1234, Trinidad; Art Gallery, Tobag;
Kirby Gallery , Barbardos; Trinidad Art Society, Trinidad.
Junior Graphic Artists, Christiansen and Belgrave
Advertising Agency, T&T. BA (Hons) in Textile Design
Central St. Martin's School of Art and Design, London UK.
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RAMGOOLAM, Ria
Instructor for Ministry of Education (T&T). MBA
International Business Administration. BA. Literatures in
English.
SAMUEL, Patrick
Agricultural Assistant III, Lecturer at School of Accounting
and Management (SAM). MBA in Marketing, University of
Lincolnshire UK. BSc Business Studies, State University of
New York College (USA); National Diploma in
Management, Ciprani Labour College.
SINANAN, Lisa
Manager (MG02) The Royal Bank of Trinidad and Tobago
Limited. Administrative Officer II, First Citizens Mortgage &
Trust Company. Business Reporter, Trinidad Express
Newspapers Limited. MBA, Andrews University MI, USA.
ABE Advanced Diploma in Business Management,
Association of business Executives (UK). BXc Economics
in Social Sciences, University of West Indies.
SINGH, Shalini
Art lecturer. Centre for Creative and Festival Arts, UWI St.
Augustine TT. Artist. Exhibitions include “A Nation United
Women Who Paint July Exhibition,” Art Creators Carifesta
Contingent Exhibition; Women in Art Annual Art Exhibition
Group. B.A. History/Visual Arts U.W.I ST. Augustine TT.
MPhil, UWI.
TYSON, Herlene.
Handbag Designer. Entrepreneur and Owner of Herlene
Tyson Leatherworks. Manufacturers of an exclusive line of
leather belts and handbags. Manager of Mt. Hope Export
Centre and Design Centre in Santa Cruz for the
Programme for the Ministry of Community Development.
B.S. Clothing, Textile and Design/Business Administration:
University of Wisconsin USA. Post Graduate Diploma:

CAFD Admissions
CAFD ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS AND FEES
BA (Honours) Degree in Fashion Design:
Two (2) passes at GCE Advanced Level or CAPE I and II
and passes in a minimum of three (3) CXC (CSEC)
General Proficiency Level or equivalent GCE O-Levels
which must include either CXC grade 1 or GCE grade A in
Mathematics and English; or
Successful completion of the CAFD Diploma in Fashion
Design programme or related studies; or
Passes in a minimum of five (5) CXC (CSEC) General
Proficiency Level or equivalent GCE O- Level which must
include CXC grade 1 or GCE grade A in Mathematics and
English Language.
Additional Requirements:
A letter of intent stating why the applicant desires to study
fashion;
A self portrait drawn from a mirror; and
Submission of 10 drawings illustrating 10 garments for a
man or woman travelling to Tobago on vacation.
Diploma in Fashion Design :
Passes in a minimum of five (5) CXC (CSEC) General
Proficiency Level (Grades I or II and from 1998 Grade III) or
equivalent GCE O-Levels, which must include Mathematics
and English Language; or
Successful completion of UTT’s Pre-university Programme.
Additional Requirements:
A letter of intent stating why the applicant desires to study
fashion;
A self portrait drawn from a mirror; and
Submission of 10 drawings illustrating 10 garments for a
man or woman travelling to Tobago on vacation.
Diploma in Fashion Management:
Passes in a minimum of five (5) CXC (CSEC) General
Proficiency Level (Grades I or II and from 1998 Grade III) or
equivalent GCE O-Levels, which must include
Mathematics, English Language and a business subject; or
Successful completion of UTT’s Pre-university Programme.
Additional Requirements:
Choose two advertisements of fashion products; one you
determine to be effective, the other, less persuasive. Write
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a 500-word essay as to why you believe one is more
effective than the other.
A letter of intent explaining why the student desires to study
Fashion Management.
The admissions panel will only consider applicants who
satisfy all entry requirements.
The portfolio and essay submission will help the admissions
panel to evaluate the level of dedication of the candidate,
as well as their natural creativity.
Please note: Applicants with equivalent qualifications, as
determined by UTT, will also be considered for admission.
Students writing examinations in June 2009 may also
submit applications. For both diploma programmes, a
minimum CXC I Proficiency level grade III from 1998, will be
accepted.
PROJECTED STUDENT FEES (2008-2009)
B.A. (Honours) Degree in Fashion Design-Full Time
Registration Fee $ 225
Caution Fee 500
Student Guild Fee 175
Insurance Fee 40
Reprographic License Fee 159
Total Fees $1090
Estimated Cost of Supplies
Year 1 $ 1000
Year 2 4000
Year 3 5300
Year 4 TBA
Diploma Programmes (Fashion Design / Management)
Registration Fee $ 225
Caution Fee 500
Student Guild Fee 175
Insurance Fee 40
Reprographic License Fee 100
Total Fees $1040
Estimated Cost of Supplies for Diploma Fashion Design
Year 1 $1000
Year 2 4000
DEADLINE for 2009-2010 Academic Year Submissions
is March 31, 2009.
For further information, contact us at (868) 642 8888 ext.
26434, (868) 643 515 ext. 21077, (868) 623 8214 or
download application forms from the UTT website: http://
www.utt.edu.tt.

THE CARIBBEAN ACADEMY OF FASHION & DESIGN
at
THE UNIVERSITY OF TRINIDAD & TOBAGO
John Donaldson Technical Institute Campus
Wrightson Road
Port of Spain
Tel: (868) 623-8214
Fax: (868) 627-0540
Website: http//www.u.tt/fashion or
http://www.utt.edu.tt
Email: fashion@utt.edu.tt
Please address inquiries to:
Mr. Stephen Sheppard
Senior Manager - Student Affairs
The University of Trinidad & Tobago
O'Meara Campus
O'Meara
Trinidad, West Indies
Email: stephen.sheppard@utt.edu.tt
Tel.: (868) 642-8888 ext. 21054
Fax: (868) 643-5615
For more specific details please contact:
Mr. Christopher Anthony Nathan
Programme Administrator
The Caribbean Academy of Fashion and Design at UTT
Administrative Office
Room #306
UTT at John Donalson Campus
Wrightson Road
Port of Spain
Trinidad, West Indies
E-mail: christopher.nathan@utt.edu.tt
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Tel: (868) 642-8888 ext. 26434
Fax: (868) 627-0540

www.u.tt/fashion