Course Overview

The history of African and Diaspora fashion course has been designed to explore the rich history and culture of the fashion industry from various regions on the African continent and in the Diaspora. The course examines the foundations of Afro and Black fashion practices to create a link between the historical antecedents and the global fashion industry as we know it today. If you enrol in this programme, your curriculum will cover the history of fashion on the continent and in various regions of the Diaspora, the business of the Afro-fashion industry and its influences on contemporary practices, and the history of African fashion on the continent and in the Diaspora. Image Credit: Carlos Idun-Tawiah Looks by Steve French

Please note that once you enrol for the course, you will have access for 12 months from the date of your enrolment. This extended access allows you to learn at your own pace, revisit lessons, and truly immerse yourself in the course material. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].

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What is an introductory course?

An introductory course is a foundation for a particular subject or field. It provides students with a basic understanding of the key concepts, principles, and ideas in that area and prepares them for more advanced coursework. Additionally, an introductory course can help students decide if they are interested in pursuing further study in that field.

Course curriculum

Full curriculum

    1. An Introduction to the History of African and Diaspora Fashion Course

    1. About the Course

    1. Before You Begin

    1. Technology As a Tool to Preserve African and Diaspora Fashion History

    2. Technology Tools and Software

    1. Overview of the module

    2. Module 1 - Full Course PPT Part 1

    3. Module 1 - Full Course PPT Part 2

    4. Module 1 - Full Course PPT Part 3

    5. Module 1 - Audio Lesson Part 1-2

    6. Module 1 - Audio Lesson Part 3-5

    7. Recommended Resources

    8. Activity: Module Reflection

    9. Glossary

    10. Live Session

    11. Live Session Recording

    12. Plain Text Document

    13. Module Summary

    14. Module References

    1. Overview of the module

    2. Module 2 - Full Course PPT Part 1

    3. Module 2 - Full Course PPT Part 2

    4. Module 2 - Full Course PPT Part 3

    5. Module 2 - Full Course PPT Part 4

    6. Module 2 - Full Course PPT Part 5

    7. Module 2 - Audio Lesson Part 1

    8. Module 2 - Audio Lesson Part 2-4

    9. Module 2 - Audio Lesson Part 5 -7

    10. Recommended Resources

    11. Activity: Module Reflection

    12. Glossary

    13. Plain Text Document

    14. Live Session

    15. Live Session Recording

    16. Module Summary

    17. Module References

Course Overview

  • 301 lessons
  • Modules are published weekly
  • 50

Preparing For The Course

Here are the key things to bear in mind throughout the duration of the course.

  • Asynchronous courses require independent learning so create a study schedule to ensure that you complete the course in time.

  • Create a folder on your desktop or laptop to file your notes and documents.

  • Remember this is an introductory course. Be aware that it will provide you with an overview of each module topic and not in-depth knowledge of the subject area.

FAQs

  • How long will you have access to the course?

    Once you enrol, you will have access for 12 months from the date of your enrolment.

  • How much does the course cost?

    The course costs $50.

  • How many modules are in the course?

    To date, we have 23 modules in the course.

  • Who is the course for?

    The course is for anyone interested in learning about African and Afro-diasporan fashion history.

  • Is the course video based?

    The course combines video, text, PDFs, external resources, and infographics.

  • What qualifications are required before applying for the course?

    No qualifications are required.

  • ​ Are there live sessions?

    Please note that each module has a weekly live session where you can actively participate, ask questions, and engage with fellow learners. In case you miss any of the sessions, all live sessions will be recorded and made available for you to watch at your convenience.

  • What language will the course be delivered in?

    English

  • How long must I dedicate to studying each week?

    You will be required to dedicate a minimum of 6 hours weekly to the course.

Contact Us

We would love to hear from you.

Thank you for your interest in the History of African and Diaspora Fashion Course! If you have any questions, comments, or concerns regarding the course, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can email us at [email protected]. We'll get back to you as soon as possible.