Program Description

Apparel Design and Merchandising Minor program offers students a dynamic exploration into the world of fashion. This minor is ideal for students majoring in fields such as business, art, design, communications, or any discipline with an interest in fashion. 

Note: This minor is not available to students majoring in Apparel Design and Merchandising. 

Entering and Completing the Minor

In order to earn a degree, you must complete at least one academic major. Minors are not required except for students in the Professional Studies (BA). SPU encourages students to explore various academic paths, including minors, so if you change your mind about a minor or want to include an additional minor, you are able to do so as outlined below.

Note that the University encourages you to enter your chosen minor(s) as soon as you have determined it and are eligible to join it, especially by the start of your junior year. Students who transfer as juniors and seniors should enter a minor within their first two quarters at SPU.

• If this is your first quarter at SPU, request entrance to your minor in Banner by following these instructions.
• If you are an SPU student with an SPU cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better, follow these instructions to enter a minor in this department.
• The University requires a grade of C- or better in all classes that apply to a minor; however, programs may require higher minimum grades in specific courses. You may repeat an SPU course only once for a higher grade.
• To advance in this program, meet with your faculty advisor regularly to discuss your grades, course progression, and other indicators of satisfactory academic progress. If your grades or other factors indicate that you may not be able to successfully complete the minor, your faculty advisor can work with you to explore options, which may include choosing a different minor.
• You must complete the minor requirements that are in effect in the SPU Undergraduate Catalog for the year you enter the minor.

35 Credits Minimum, Including 15 Upper Division (UD)

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
Core Requirements
FCS 1840	Basic Clothing Construction	5
FCS 2820	Introduction to the Fashion Industry	5
FCS 2835	Textiles	5
FCS 2845	Flat Pattern Design	5
FCS 3870	History of Costume	5
FCS 3875	Appearance and Culture	3
Section Credits Required		28
Elective Courses
Select at least seven credits of the following:		7
FCS 3822	Retail Merchandising
FCS 3842	Apparel Production and Evaluation
FCS 4822	Apparel Design and Merchandising Seminar
FCS 4843	CAD for Apparel Design
Section Credits Required		7
Total Credits		35