Cal State Northridge Fashion Design and Merchandising, Option in Fashion Design and Production
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation Cal State Northridge lists for Fashion Design and Merchandising, Option in Fashion Design and Production transfers starts with FCS 160, FCS 171 and FCS 253; the full list is below.
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Cal State Northridge Fashion Design and Merchandising, Option in Fashion Design and Production Major Preparation
The courses Cal State Northridge lists as Fashion Design and Merchandising, Option in Fashion Design and Production major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are CSUN's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Lower division major preparation courses
Complete all of these
- FCS 160 Introductory Textiles
- FCS 171 Creative Expression in Fashion
- FCS 253 Introduction to Fashion
- FCS 256 Global Fashion Production
- FCS 271 Styling and Personal Appearance
- FCS 271L Styling and Personal Appearance Lab
Also listed by CSUN
CSUN lists these under the headings shown, apart from the list above.
Additional major preparation courses
- FCS 150 Apparel Construction I
- FCS 150L Apparel Construction I Laboratory
- FCS 277 Fashion CAD
- FCS 277L Fashion CAD Lab
Electives
1 of these
- FCS 250 Apparel Construction II and FCS 250L Apparel Construction II Laboratory
- FCS 257 Fashion Merchandising Basics and Principles
- FCS 260 Textiles: Daily Use
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cal State Northridge have a Fashion Design and Merchandising, Option in Fashion Design and Production major for transfer students?
Yes. Cal State Northridge offers Fashion Design and Merchandising, Option in Fashion Design and Production (B.S.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to Cal State Northridge for Fashion Design and Merchandising, Option in Fashion Design and Production?
Cal State Northridge's Fashion Design and Merchandising, Option in Fashion Design and Production major preparation includes FCS 160, FCS 171, FCS 253, FCS 256, FCS 271 and FCS 271L. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
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