I live in Hong Kong, where multiculturalism is practised. Its rich historical and cultural heritage provides many opportunities and possibilities. As I step into my third year of study as a student in the BA Fashion and Textiles programme, I recognise that I have already built up practical design skills and widened my horizons by participating in industry events. PolyU has given me a forum for meeting professionals and accumulating experiences. It has also provided me with a large variety of scholarship opportunities, which support my academic study and my career development. At PolyU, I am learning how to transform brainstorms into actual ideas and to develop appropriate visual elements. I am grateful to have had an internship opportunity at Store by PolyU Fashion and for the invitation to participate in CENTRESTAGE. The internship has given me a chance to explore social media promotion strategies and strengthen my skills in visual editing. With the help of professors from SFT and industry professionals, I am confident that I can build my own brand and receive positive feedback from the market. Through CENTRESTAGE, I have built industry connections and a deeper understanding of how to run a business. PolyU has provided me with various opportunities that are helping me make my dream come true.

JIM Yu-ching Natalie - BA (HONS) FASHION & TEXTILES (DESIGN)

My time at PolyU as an undergraduate student at SFT has been invaluable and incomparable. It not only gave me academic opportunities, but also access to the multitude of industry networks that PolyU is a part of. Academically, the flexibility was exceptional, giving students the opportunity to explore all facets of the fashion world, from design to technology to business, and this helped me better plan my future career. Externally, I got to be a part of many memorable and incredible experiences, thanks to PolyU’s and SFT’s support. For example, one of my favourite experiences was an internship at HK’s leading luxury retailer, Lane Crawford. At this internship, I applied my university knowledge, contributing ideas while also gaining insight into how to buy the right products and communicate with suppliers. Moreover, I was selected to represent PolyU at the prestigious World Retail Challenge, where I gained new perspectives on sustainability in fashion and how brands can tackle this from a global array of like-minded students and teachers. All these opportunities have shaped my passions and built my confidence. SFT can open new doors for you too!

SHAH Muskan Sunish - BA (HONS) FASHION & TEXTILES (RETAIL & MARKETING)

The School has offered me so many opportunities, from participation in cross-departmental functions to collaborations with overseas counterparts. There is still so much that I have not experienced, and I am excited to learn more. During a recent market analysis, I was able to apply the knowledge and skills that I acquired at ITC (now renamed SFT). I am pleased that my supervisors appreciated my hard work and seriously considered my suggestions for future planning. I am thankful that I chose this programme as the beginning for my journey in the fashion industry.

NG Yuet Tung Lydia - Graduate in BA (HONS) FASHION & TEXTILES (RETAIL & MARKETING)