DUBAI - Dubai International Academic City (DIAC), member of TECOM Investments, announced the official inauguration of the acclaimed French Fashion University ESMOD at the higher education cluster.
French Fashion University ESMOD will focus on tapping the booming fashion industry in the Middle East to complement the region's growing demand for Haute Couture.
The announcement was made on the sidelines of Gulf Education and Training Exhibition (GETEX), the Middle East's leading education show, being held at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre from 11-14 April.
French Fashion University ESMOD, is the oldest and most prominent schools associated with international fashion education, for more than 160 years. With schools in 20 countries, it has trained generations of professionals who have worked for international stylists such as Christian Dior, Yves Saint-Laurent, Kenzo, Paco Rabanne, Gaultier, Givenchy and many more.
Dr. Ayoub Kazim, Executive Director, Dubai Knowledge Village and Dubai International Academic City, said: "French Fashion University ESMOD's decision illustrates the growing stature of Dubai as the key fashion location and highlights the importance the emirate gives to knowledge economy. We are keen to build ties with more reputable international education institutions like ESMOD. We feel this will facilitate the development of diversified higher education in UAE and the region."
"Through affiliations such as this, Dubai International Academic City seeks to create a large vibrant academic community in Dubai that will serve to synergise learning resources," he added.
Dubai International Academic City is the world's only free zone dedicated to international higher education. Located in Dubai Academic City, DIAC will serve as the regional base for premier international higher education institutions.
Denis Ravizza, Managing Director, French Fashion University ESMOD International said: "Since commencing operations only six months ago, our students have participated in numerous catwalk shows, events and exhibitions, with some winning awards for their style and creativity. Our success has been influenced by a facilitative learning environment, that enables our students to learn, interact and brainstorm ideas with thousands of students from other academic institutions that are also based in DIAC".
ESMOD International, established in Paris in 1841 by Frenchman Alexis Lavigne, is recognised as the first institution to codify couture by inventing tools such as the mannequin and the measuring tape.
French Fashion University ESMOD Dubai campus offers various courses taught by French instructors, including a three-year full time bachelor's course, a two-year part time diploma, a three or six month Fashion Workshop, a fashion summer course, Trend Forecasting & Fashion Media Communication Master-classes in addition to merchandising trainings for retailers.
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About Dubai International Academic City (DIAC)
Dubai International Academic City (DIAC) located in the Dubai Academic City is the world's only Free Zone dedicated to higher education. A regional base for premier international higher education institutions, DIAC is the world's first dedicated tertiary cluster development. Spread across an area of 25 million square foot, the DIAC campus provides an environment of vitality and inspiration for students and faculty. DIAC partners also enjoy special privileges like 100% foreign ownership, 100% freedom from taxes, 100% repatriation of profits and effortless visa issuance procedures for students, faculty and staff. DIAC offers a self contained environment with world class facilities for recreational activities including restaurants, cinema, gym and sports grounds. A well appointed hostel accommodation provided within the campus allows for a well rounded educational experience.
There are currently over 20 international universities of higher learning from diverse regions including Australia, India, Pakistan, Iran, Russia, Belgium, UK and Ireland operating out of Dubai Knowledge Village and Dubai International Academic City, catering to over 9,000 students. These institutions offer programmes that range in duration from one year to four years. Major academic programmes on offer include engineering, computer science, fashion and design, biotechnology, environmental studies, quality management and business management programmes.
For further information about French Fashion University Esmod, please contact:
Tamara Hostal
T:+9714 334 1735
F:+9714 360 48 33
email: management@french-fashion-university.com
Website: www.french-fashion-university.com
For further information on Dubai International Academic City, please contact:
Zeba Ahmad
Associate Account Manager
JIWIN, The Public Relations Arm of Dubai Press Club
T:+9714 361 3333
F:+9714 368 8 001
E-mail: Zeba.Ahmad@jiwin.ae
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