The course content is unique and cannot be acquired anywhere else in the Netherlands. During the weekly school days, all relevant subjects will be discussed and you will deal with: Industry expertise, supervision of production, making collections, footwear fashion expertise, how to make a collection, communication, footwear technology, presentation, drawing skills.
The course program also includes visits to companies and/or trade shows domestically and abroad. In addition to the lessons, the study load is at least 15 hours a week of theory and carrying out practical assignments.
IFD offers talented people professionally-oriented education through realistic assignments from renowned footwear brands. The shoe designs are made for and judged by clients from these firms. Owing to this direct relationship with the industry, it is always possible that a manufacturer will invite the designer to develop several designs to include these in its collection. Each participant will leave the course with a professional portfolio of his/her own designs.
Lessons are given by teachers with extensive and relevant experience in the industry. A variety of guest teachers are brought in from within the Netherlands and abroad to tackle specialist subjects.