This internationally recognised UK qualification is offered exclusively in Colombo by the International Academy of Fashion — Sri Lanka's longest-standing fashion school, with over 25 years of experience. No A/Levels required. No prior design experience needed. Just ambition. The programme covers everything from fashion techniques and textile processes to design innovation and your own final major project — giving you both the creative foundation and the practical skills to enter the industry or build a brand of your own.
Duration
1 Year
Next Batch
June 2026
Class Days
Fridays
Course Delivery
Onsite Classes
Course Fee
Contact office
Course Summary
The program will enable you to develop a practical background and allow your creative practice to the highest standards. This program challenges individuals to extend themselves creatively and conceptually to explore their ideas. Diploma in Fashion and Textiles is focused on fashion and textile techniques and processes, ideas generation in fashion and textiles, design and innovation, fashion and textiles realisations, personal and professional development in the apparel industry and a final major project.
The aim of this diploma is to develop the designing skills and to facilitate the identification and development of a personal rationale for your own creative practice. You have the opportunity to follow the distinctive pathway in fashion design to an advanced level on completion of the Diploma in Fashion and Textile program.
Discover the many facets of the fashion and design industry and begin your journey to an exciting career at the most important fashion school in Sri Lanka. Many options are available to meet your ambitions. Don’t hesitate any longer!
The OTHM Level 3 Diploma in Fashion and Textiles qualification consists of 6 mandatory units, for a combined total of 120 credits.
Units Covered:
- Introduction to Fashion and Textiles Techniques and Processes
- Ideas Generation in Fashion and Textiles
- Design and Innovation
- Fashion And Textiles Realisations
- Personal And Professional Development in the Apparel Industry
- Final Major Project
All units within this qualification are internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by OTHM. The qualifications are criterion referenced, based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘pass’ for a unit, learners must provide evidence to demonstrate that they have fulfilled all the learning outcomes and meet the standards specified by all assessment criteria. Judgement that the learners have successfully fulfilled the assessment criteria is made by the Assessor.
OTHM qualifications at Level 3 represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competences that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to GCE Advanced Level (A/L)
Fridays from 8am to 4.45pm
An internationally & nationally recognized training:
- UK qualification – OTHM Level 3. As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual(Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), many universities acknowledge the ability of learners after studying the OTHM Level 3 Diploma in Fashion and Textiles and may consider them for direct entry into a range of their Bachelor degree programmes. For more information visit the OTHM University Progressions page.
- We are also a registered institute under the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC) Sri Lanka
Successful completion of the OTHM Level 3 Diploma in Fashion and Textiles provides learners with the opportunity for academic progressions.
Options with us –
- Bachelor in Fashion Design & Pattern Making (3 Years in Sri Lanka) offered by our prestigious partner university MODART International
Successful completion of our OTHM Level 3 Diploma in Fashion and Textiles provides learners with the opportunity for workplace and academic progressions.
Workplace progression / establish design careers such as –
- Entrepreneurs
- Assistant Fashion Designers
- Assistant Textile Designers
- Design Developers
- Assistant Digital Designers & more.
** We do not offer job placements. However joining our alumni network all our students will have access to job openings shared by us and alumni.
A minimum of 80% attendance is required for certification
New batches commence annually in January and June.
Admissions Closing Soon for June 2026 Batch.
Hurry- Limited Seats Available!
You will receive a certificate of completion from the:
On completion of this course, students will participate at the annual IAF graduation ceremony.
- Age – 16 years and above.
- Candidates must demonstrate their English language proficiency by either passing the English subject at the GCE Ordinary Level examination or by providing other evidence of their English language ability.
- Suitable for: Individuals interested in learning the basic of all aspects under fashion design.
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FAQ SECTION
Yes. IAF’s OTHM Level 3 Diploma in Fashion and Textiles is open to students aged 16 and above who have completed their O/Levels. You do not need A/Levels to enroll.
Completely. The programme is designed for students with no prior design background. You’ll start from the fundamentals and progress through to a final major project at an advanced creative level.
Yes — entrepreneurship is one of the key career pathways this diploma prepares you for. You’ll develop skills in design, innovation, textile processes, and professional development in the apparel industry, giving you a strong foundation to launch your own label.
Classes are held at IAF’s campus in Colombo 7. Contact us for details on days and timings.
Yes. The OTHM Level 3 Diploma is regulated by Ofqual (UK) and is equivalent to GCE A/Levels. IAF is also registered under TVEC Sri Lanka. On completion, you can progress to a Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design through our partner university, MODART International.
IAF’s OTHM Level 3 Diploma is widely regarded as one of the strongest entry points into fashion education in Sri Lanka. With 26+ years of history, UK accreditation, and a direct pathway to a degree, it offers both credibility and creative depth from day one.
The next intake begins soon. Seats are limited — contact IAF on 0777 604 029 to apply.
Yes. By the end of the programme you will have built a professional fashion portfolio — a body of work you can use to apply for jobs, launch your own brand, or progress to a degree. Because OTHM is an internationally recognised UK qualification, it is accepted by universities worldwide for direct entry into Bachelor’s degree programmes.
