University of Wisconsin–Madison

Major Advising Page – Textiles and Fashion Design

Majors in the School of Human Ecology seek to improve the lives of children, families, consumers, and communities. We value study abroad as a high-impact experience that helps students understand the interconnectedness of people and systems that impact us on a global scale.

Prospective Textiles and Fashion Design students

As a Textiles and Fashion Design student, you may choose to study abroad at any point after the first semester of your first year at UW-Madison; however, we encourage you to work closely with an academic advisor in Human Ecology to make sure you plan for course sequencing and prerequisites.

Textiles and Fashion Design course considerations abroad

Study abroad is a great time to complete Depth Courses for students in the Madison option. Students interested in the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) option should be aware of the course sequencing and prerequisites that have to be completed before attending FIT. Direct equivalents to the Fashion Sequence can be difficult to find abroad.

SoHE students who complete an internship abroad for credit through the International Academic Programs office should submit for the approved equivalent, which will be SAB 370 or IS 523, depending on the program, via the Course Equivalency Request process. Once your credits transfer, notify your academic advisor, and they will substitute SAB 370 or IS 523 for your required major internship course. Please submit your Course Equivalency Request in a timely manner to facilitate accurate course planning for future semesters.

Mapping your study abroad experience as a Textiles and Fashion Design major

Students planning to complete the Madison option have the flexibility to study abroad at any time except for the spring of their senior year, which is when the Senior Thesis should be completed. Students planning to attend the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in their senior year should be aware of the course sequencing and prerequisites that have to be completed before attending FIT. If you are also majoring in another discipline, you will ultimately want to determine what works best for both of your programs by consulting with your academic advisors as early as possible in your time at UW-Madison.

Questions to Ask

Your Academic Advisor:

  • What classes must I complete for my degree (breadth/depth, major requirements, etc.)?
  • Do I need to be on UW-Madison’s campus for any courses in my major?
  • How many electives do I have outside of my major?

Your Study Abroad Advisor:

  • What classes can I take abroad?
  • How and when do I select courses for my program?
  • When will I know course equivalents for my program?
  • What is the class structure like abroad?

Hear from students in Your major

Explore student blogs and reflections to see how your peers have connected international experiences to their studies. Discover real stories about the skills, challenges, and professional insights gained through our programs.

Identifying programs that are right for you

The following list of programs is meant to be a starting point and should not limit you as you consider your program options. Past SoHE students have participated in these programs, and some have relevant major or elective coursework. However, courses offered as part of these programs may not be guaranteed to be the best fit for you, depending on where you are in the major.

International Internships

International internships are another way to gain valuable professional experience abroad while earning course credit. While you can often participate in a part-time internship as part of your study abroad program, it is also possible to participate on an Internship-focused program or a UW Signature Internship.

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Research all programs using the Program Search page. The above is not an exhaustive list of all programs. There may be other programs that are a better fit for your individual needs or interests.

 

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