Study Fee: Click here to view the t(/study-fee)uition and subscription options.(/study-fee)(/study-fee) Monthly study plans start from €499 per month, depending on the program and level of academic support selected.

Study Method: This program is delivered 100% online, allowing students to study from anywhere in the world with flexible scheduling. Students may also have the option to attend the graduation ceremony in Switzerland, subject to visa approval and travel regulations.

Study Language: The program is delivered in English. Students are expected to have sufficient English language proficiency to complete the coursework and academic requirements.

Applications can be submitted online through our admission portal.(/apply)(/apply) Applicants may also contact or visit our offices in different regions, including: • Europe: Switzerland • GCC: Dubai (UAE) • Asia: Bishkek Our admissions team will guide you through the application and enrollment process.

Programs are offered through a flexible monthly subscription system, allowing students to progress at their own pace while maintaining access to academic resources and support services.

This program has a minimum study period depending on the academic level and program structure. Students may complete the program at their own pace while maintaining an active monthly subscription.

Admission Requirements

Applicants should meet the academic entry requirements for the respective program level. Typical requirements may include: • A previous academic qualification relevant to the program level • A copy of passport or national ID • Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume • Completed online application form Additional documents may be requested depending on the program and the institution delivering the program.

Certification / Degree Awarded

Upon successful completion of all academic requirements, students will receive the corresponding certificate or academic degree issued by the responsible institution within the VBNN Smart Education Group network.

Doctorate in Luxury Fashion & Haute Couture Design

Feb 17
2 min read

The Doctorate in Luxury Fashion & Haute Couture Design is a 100% research-based doctorate study program designed for advanced designers, creative directors, fashion entrepreneurs, and industry leaders who aspire to shape the future of luxury fashion through innovation, research, and strategic artistic vision.

This doctorate study program is academically positioned at a level equivalent to EQF Level 8, aligned with the 3rd European cycle, and is structured to cultivate high-level research competence, conceptual depth, and leadership within the global luxury fashion and haute couture industry.

Program Vision

Luxury fashion is more than aesthetics — it is strategy, craftsmanship, cultural influence, heritage, sustainability, and brand architecture. This program is designed for professionals who aim to contribute original research to the evolution of haute couture, luxury branding, textile innovation, fashion technology, and creative leadership in high-end fashion houses.

Participants are expected to conduct independent, advanced research that bridges artistic excellence with academic rigor and strategic industry insight.

Academic Structure

The doctorate study program consists of 7 structured modules, designed to progressively develop research mastery and specialized expertise:

4 Research-Focused Modules Covering advanced research methodologies, design-based research, fashion innovation analysis, qualitative and quantitative approaches, publication strategies, and scholarly ethics within creative industries.
2 General Modules Focused on strategic leadership, global luxury markets, organizational dynamics, sustainability, intellectual property, and innovation management in fashion ecosystems.
1 Specialized Module in Luxury Fashion & Haute Couture Design Dedicated to couture craftsmanship, heritage and brand identity, luxury consumer psychology, fashion forecasting, textile innovation, digital couture technologies, and creative direction.

The program culminates in a doctoral thesis and supervised research activities, where candidates develop original research contributing new theoretical, strategic, or creative frameworks to the field of luxury fashion and haute couture.

Duration and Flexibility

The minimum duration of the program is 18 months, with flexibility for candidates to extend their study period according to the scope of their research and professional commitments. This structure supports senior designers and industry leaders who seek academic advancement without interrupting their creative careers.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, participants are expected to:

Demonstrate advanced research capability within luxury fashion and couture design.
Develop innovative frameworks linking design, strategy, and brand positioning.
Lead creative teams and luxury projects with evidence-based decision-making.
Contribute original insights to global fashion discourse.
Publish scholarly or industry-impact research in the field of haute couture.

This doctorate study program is designed for visionary professionals who aim to redefine luxury fashion through research, innovation, and creative leadership at the highest academic level.