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Umm Al-Qura University – Department of Fashion Design

Umm Al-Qura University, College of Designs – Department of Fashion Design

The website of Umm Al-Qura University – Department of Fashion Design Visit the website · uqu.edu.sa/en/dfad ↗

In short

The Department of Fashion Design of Umm Al-Qura University in Makkah began in 1416 AH as the Department of Clothes and Textile of the College of Education for Home Economics, which trained women teachers in the field. After the college joined the university in 1427 AH it became part of the College of Arts and Interior Design, and since 1435 AH it has had its current name within the College of Designs. The department aims to prepare women fashion designers with technical and artistic skills, knowledge of fashion history and the ability to produce their own designs.

Where
Mecca, Saudi Arabia
Crafts
Fashion and tailoring
Website
uqu.edu.sa/en/dfad
Source
School website · checked on 25/10/2026

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