Fashion Engineering

Create sustainable and innovative fashion
These studios are for creative people interested in fashion trends and technology. Fashion Engineering teaches you how to master digital design technologies, work with advanced textiles and create sustainable and functional clothing solutions. Graduates will be the fashion professionals of the future, able to organise production and develop a business. It is the only programme in Lithuania that trains professionals to combine knowledge and skills in design, engineering and technology to create new fashion standards.

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Programme values

A student team collaborates on a task – part of KTU’s advanced study programs where learning happens through cooperation and solving real-world challenges.

Valued by industry leaders

Digital technology is essential for the fashion business of the future. You will learn how to work with the latest specialised software packages, visualise ideas, create materials and design garments. An engineering mindset and knowledge of design principles and technology will lead to a successful career in various areas of the fashion industry.

Another angle of the “Young-Lab” auditorium shows a space where modern design, flexible layout, and functionality meet – ideal for everything from group work to creative academic projects. It reflects KTU’s commitment to delivering a holistic study experience.

Inspiring learning environment

The fashion industry is global, so international experience is important: you can go to a European partner university for part-time studies, take a work placement or project work, and spend a week in an international team at a university in Italy, Portugal, Greece, Sweden or other countries.

Students studying using computers – a flexible academic environment that supports remote learning and self-paced study. KTU accommodates diverse learning styles.

Real-world cases

You will learn how to use a range of laboratory and technological equipment and gain practical digital design skills during practical classes. You will develop critical engineering thinking and the ability to work in interdisciplinary teams of students to make the right material and clothing design.

Talented students from different fields gather for shared activities – proof that KTU’s community is creative, ambitious, and growth-driven.

New Freedom to shape your path

The programme offers a free choice of 24-credit study modules, allowing you to plan your career path while still studying. You can develop your competencies in design, marketing, business, computer games or virtual fashion. You will have the opportunity to choose a career or research mentor.

In this study programme, you can choose the following study paths:

Innovation development

create real innovations – products or services with social partners

Interdisciplinary competence

select a set of study modules from a different field to your main studies

Career opportunities

Choose your career path in the fashion industry – create fashion collections and virtual garment designs, develop thoughtful material combinations, predict material properties, and select appropriate joining technologies to ensure high quality. Design innovative materials and digital garment patterns, manage production processes, or launch your own business.

Here are some of the careers you can pursue after your studies:

Clothing Designer

Keeps up to date with the fashion world and technology, creates collections based on market requirements, functionality and aesthetics, and manages digital technologies. Works as part of a team with fashion designers, constructors, technologists and production representatives to ensure that the garments produced are of high quality, durable and sustainable.

Textile Expert

Has knowledge of various textile materials and production technologies, with the ability to assess their properties and select the most suitable materials to meet fashion, functionality, and sustainability requirements. Works on the development of new, innovative textile materials.

Virtual Fashion Expert

Creates virtual clothing collections, adapts materials and designs to the customer’s digital avatar, and manages the international production of personalised products. Ensures the efficient operation of fully robotic production lines and the delivery of high-quality products.

Admission requirements and programme structure

Cycle – first cycle

Field – polymer and textile technology

Form, duration – full-time studies (4 yr.)

Study type – day-time, on-campus

Location – Kaunas, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Design

Language – english, lithuanian

Degree awarded – bachelor of technological sciences

Yearly price ⁱ : full-time studies – 4108 €, price per credit – 68,47 €

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Semester

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Information Technologies 1	6	On-campus learning
Introduction to Fashion Engineering	6	On-campus learning
Mathematics 1	6	On-campus learning
Physics 1	6	On-campus learning

Electives of Philosophy and Sustainable Development 2025 (Select 6 cr.)

Media Philosophy	6	Blended learning
Sustainable Development	6	Blended learning

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Engineering Drawing	6	On-campus learning
Fundamentals of Fashion Design	3	On-campus learning
Materials Science	9	On-campus learning
Mathematics 2	6	On-campus learning

Foreign Language Electives (Level C1) 2025 (Select 6 cr.)

Academic and Technical Communication in English (Level C1)	6	On-campus learning
Academic and Technical Communication in French (Level C1)	6	On-campus learning
Academic and Technical Communication in German (Level C1)	6	On-campus learning

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Basics of Technical Design and Modelling of Clothing	6	On-campus learning
General Chemistry	6	On-campus learning
Textile Technology	9	On-campus learning
The Evolution of Fashion	3	On-campus learning
Theory of Probability and Statistics	6	On-campus learning

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Computer-Aided Design of Clothing 1	6	On-campus learning
Design and Technology of Knits	6	On-campus learning
Fashion Visualization	6	On-campus learning
Technology of Clothing	9	On-campus learning

Electives (Select 3 cr.)

Methods of Prototyping	3	On-campus learning
Optional Micro-modules	3	Distance learning
Technical Creativity and Intellectual Property	3	On-campus learning

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Clothing Special Technologies	6	On-campus learning
Design and Technologies of Complex Textiles	6	On-campus learning
Functional Textiles	6	On-campus learning

Optional Subjects 2025

Competence Electives (Select 6 cr.)

Core and Compulsory Subjects

On-campus learning

Competence Subjects of BA+

Application of Electronics Technology

On-campus learning

Business and Management

On-campus learning

Data Analytics

On-campus learning

Digital Marketing

On-campus learning

Financial Literacy

On-campus learning

Foreign Language (French)

French Language (level A1)	6	On-campus learning
French Language (level A2)	6	On-campus learning
French Language (level B1)	6	On-campus learning

Foreign Language (German)

German Language (level A1)	6	On-campus learning
German Language (level A2)	6	On-campus learning
German Language (level B1)	6	On-campus learning

Foreign Language (Russian)

Russian Language (level A1)	6	On-campus learning
Russian Language (level A2)	6	On-campus learning
Russian Language (level B1)	6	On-campus learning

Foreign Language (Spanish)

Spanish Language (level A1)	6	On-campus learning
Spanish Language (level A2)	6	On-campus learning
Spanish Language (level B1)	6	On-campus learning

Game and Virtual Reality Technologies

On-campus learning

Optional Subjects 2025

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Computer-Aided Design of Clothing 2	6	On-campus learning
Functional Clothing	6	On-campus learning

Group of Electives 1 (pasirinkti 12 kr.)

Development of New Product of Fashion	6	On-campus learning
Development of New Product of Fashion	6	On-campus learning
Product Development Project	12	On-campus learning
Project Management	6	On-campus learning
Technology Entrepreneurship	6	Blended learning

Competence Electives (Select 6 cr.)

Core and Compulsory Subjects

Blended learning

Competence Subjects of BA+

Application of Electronics Technology

Introduction to Practical Electronics	3	On-campus learning
Modern Electronic Technology	3	On-campus learning

Business and Management

On-campus learning

Data Analytics

On-campus learning

Digital Marketing

Search Engine Advertising	6	Blended learning
Social Media Marketing	6	On-campus learning

Financial Literacy

On-campus learning

Foreign Language (French)

French Language (level A2)	6	On-campus learning
French Language (level B1)	6	On-campus learning
French Language (level B2)	6	On-campus learning

Foreign Language (German)

German Language (level A2)	6	On-campus learning
German Language (level B1)	6	On-campus learning
German Language (level B2)	6	On-campus learning

Foreign Language (Russian)

Russian Language (level A2)	6	On-campus learning
Russian Language (level B1)	6	On-campus learning
Russian Language (level B2)	6	On-campus learning

Foreign Language (Spanish)

Spanish Language (level A2)	6	On-campus learning
Spanish Language (level B1)	6	On-campus learning
Spanish Language (level B2)	6	On-campus learning

Game and Virtual Reality Technologies

On-campus learning

Optional Subjects 2025

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Fashion Collections	6	On-campus learning
International Textile and Clothing Industry	6	On-campus learning
Quality Assurance	6	On-campus learning
Semester Project	6	On-campus learning

Competence Electives (Select 6 cr.)

Core and Compulsory Subjects

On-campus learning

Competence Subjects of BA+

Application of Electronics Technology

On-campus learning

Business and Management

On-campus learning

Data Analytics

On-campus learning

Digital Marketing

On-campus learning

Financial Literacy

On-campus learning

Foreign Language (French)

French Language (level B1)	6	On-campus learning
French Language (level B2)	6	On-campus learning
French Language (level C1)	6	On-campus learning

Foreign Language (German)

German Language (level B1)	6	On-campus learning
German Language (level B2)	6	On-campus learning
German Language (Level C1)	6	On-campus learning

Foreign Language (Russian)

Russian Language (level B1)	6	On-campus learning
Russian Language (level B2)	6	On-campus learning
Russian Language (Level C1)	6	On-campus learning

Foreign Language (Spanish)

Spanish Language (level B1)	6	On-campus learning
Spanish Language (level B2)	6	On-campus learning
Spanish Language (level C1)	6	On-campus learning

Game and Virtual Reality Technologies

On-campus learning

Optional Subjects 2025

Module name	Credits	Method of organisation

Bachelor’s Degree Final Project	15	On-campus learning
Professional Internship	15	On-campus learning

Good to know

Module – a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
Credit – a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
On-campus – learning on the university premises.
Blended – learning on the university premises and online.

Module – a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
Credit – a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
On-campus – learning on the university premises.

Module – a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
Credit – a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
On-campus – learning on the university premises.

Module – a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
Credit – a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
On-campus – learning on the university premises.
Distance – almost all learning online.

Module – a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
Credit – a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
On-campus – learning on the university premises.

Module – a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
Credit – a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
On-campus – learning on the university premises.
Blended – learning on the university premises and online.

Module – a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
Credit – a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
On-campus – learning on the university premises.

Module – a part of a study programme consisting of several related topics.
Credit – a unit of the volume of a study module in hours.
On-campus – learning on the university premises.

learning outcomes

What will you learn

To develop engineering and logical thinking
To understand the content of your chosen studies and career options
To learn the fundamentals and applications of media philosophy or sustainable development

To understand the basics of engineering drawing and develop logical thinking
To learn to identify textile materials and assess their properties
To create the first technical sketches of a garment
To communicate in English for social, academic and professional purposes

To draw the basic base of the garment and carry out the modelling
To analyse textile materials and their production technologies
To analyse the influence of history, technology and science on the development of fashion
To apply statistical methods
To solve chemistry problems and carry out chemical experiments independently

To evaluate knitted fabric structures and product characteristics
To apply APS to garment production preparation
To select and evaluate product joining technologies
To visualise clothing collections
To develop an invention and apply methods to analyse the environmental impact of the product

To design garment joining technologies and ensuring quality
To identify and solve technological problems in new textile materials
To identify technical fibres and determine their properties
To sketch the rules
To deepen your knowledge in your chosen set of competences

To create garment structures in APS Lectra
To understand functional clothing and its characteristics
To develop products from concept to implementation
To work as part of a cross-functional team
To prepare an image-building project

To design and showcase fashion collections
To analyse trends in industrial development
To apply quality assurance techniques in practice
To develop a virtual animated fashion collection
To apply interdisciplinary knowledge to solve technological or scientific research problems

To apply knowledge and skills in the organisation of your choice
To summarise and present the results of the professional internship
To apply theoretical and practical knowledge of fashion engineering
To develop, design and visualise a new product
To prepare and present the technical design for production

learning outcomes

Admissions requirements

Proficiency in English	IELTS ≥ 5.5, TOEFL ≥ 75, CEFR ≥ B2, or equivalent.
Eligibility criteria:	High school certificate.Maximum 3 years after high school graduation. Minimum average grade (CGPA) >60% in each entry subject.
Transcript requirements:	Obtain a suitable transcript from your school. If unavailable, provide official translations and verified copies of the original documents.
Accepted languages:	English / Russian.
Document legislation:	The documents must be legalised (Apostille) by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the country where the documents were issued. This requirement does not apply to the EU and Belarus, Ukraine documents.

Score structure

0,4	final exam	mathematics
0,4	final exam	chemistry or physics, or biology, or information technologies, or geography
0,2	final exam	English language

admission procedure preparatory courses

Testimonials

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The programme focuses on sustainability and fashion, which is encouraged to be perceived as a function meeting the needs of the consumer. The most memorable part of my studies were the visits to companies, which broadened my horizons and made me realise that there are many important positions in the fashion industry without which fashion would not move forward.

Gabija Gališanskytė

2nd year student

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This study programme covers both the creative and technical aspects of design – from material properties and manufacturing processes to final product development. Its broad approach has given me a deeper understanding of the industry as a whole and a strong foundation for my career. These studies are ideal for those who want to innovate, experiment with sustainable materials, and seek smart solutions in production processes.

Lauryna Tamošaitytė

Creative Meta Ads Specialist, KTU alumna

Portrait photo of a middle-aged man with light hair and glasses, wearing a black turtleneck, looking at the camera with a slight smile against a light background.

I believe that KTU is the only university in Lithuania that develops knowledge, technologies, and innovations aligned with the needs of society – and successfully transfers them to both its students and businesses creating added value. Graduates of the Fashion Engineering programme are capable of designing garments for various purposes and working with digital design systems. They are practical, proactive, and take initiative in their work.

Virginijus Urbelis

Chief Engineer, Designer, Granberg

International mobility partners

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FAQ

Does the study programme include fashion design?

Yes, fashion design is part of the curriculum. However, technologies play a key role in the fashion business, so there is a strong emphasis on engineering fundamentals and knowledge of textile materials and clothing technology and research, as well as digital technologies for product design and visualisation.

How will these studies help me prepare for the digitalisation of the fashion business?

You will learn to visualise designs using Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop and to design materials and garments using Lectra and Gerber Technology CAD. Interdisciplinary knowledge and skills will help you adapt to the changing fashion industry and professional activities and meet the demands of sustainability.

What are the entry requirements?

Admission to Fashion Engineering at KTU is based on grades in mathematics, chemistry or physics (but may also include biology, computer science, geography), English and an optional subject. Full information on admissions can be found in the Admissions Requirements section.

Contacts

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International Studies Office
Student Info Center
Studentų St. 50, LT-51368 Kaunas
email international@ktu.lt

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Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Design
XII Chamber
Studentų St. 56, LT-51424 Kaunas
email midf@ktu.lt

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Fashion Engineering

Programme values

Valued by industry leaders

Inspiring learning environment

Real-world cases

New Freedom to shape your path

In this study programme, you can choose the following study paths:

Career opportunities

Admission requirements and programme structure

Semester

Electives of Philosophy and Sustainable Development 2025 (Select 6 cr.)

Foreign Language Electives (Level C1) 2025 (Select 6 cr.)

Electives (Select 3 cr.)

Competence Electives (Select 6 cr.)

Application of Electronics Technology

Business and Management

Data Analytics

Digital Marketing

Financial Literacy

Foreign Language (French)

Foreign Language (German)

Foreign Language (Russian)

Foreign Language (Spanish)

Game and Virtual Reality Technologies

Group of Electives 1 (pasirinkti 12 kr.)

Competence Electives (Select 6 cr.)

Application of Electronics Technology

Business and Management

Data Analytics

Digital Marketing

Financial Literacy

Foreign Language (French)

Foreign Language (German)

Foreign Language (Russian)

Foreign Language (Spanish)

Game and Virtual Reality Technologies

Competence Electives (Select 6 cr.)

Application of Electronics Technology

Business and Management

Data Analytics

Digital Marketing

Financial Literacy

Foreign Language (French)

Foreign Language (German)

Foreign Language (Russian)

Foreign Language (Spanish)

Game and Virtual Reality Technologies

Admissions requirements

Score structure

Testimonials

International mobility partners

Join an exchange programme with our international partners:

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FAQ

Does the study programme include fashion design?

How will these studies help me prepare for the digitalisation of the fashion business?

What are the entry requirements?

Contacts