WLCI Kolkata (WLCI School of Fashion / WLCI Business & Creative Courses)
Listing Description
Overview
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Full Name: WLCI College / WLCI School of Fashion, Kolkata
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Founded in 1997.
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Offers a variety of education programmes in fields like Fashion Design, Business Management, Advertising & Graphic Design, Mass Communication, Visual Communication, Media Production, etc.
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Focus on practical exposure & employability: traineeship / internships / industry-linked curriculum.
Courses & Fee Structure
Below are some of the courses offered & their approximate fee ranges as per recent data:
| Program Type | Example Courses / Specialisations | Duration | Approx Annual Fee / Total Fee |
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| UG / Undergraduate | B.Des (Bachelor of Design); BA (Hons) in Fashion Design / Animation / Media Production etc. | ~4 years | ~ ₹ 2,91,250 per year for many UG programmes. |
| Diploma / Display & Creative | Diploma in Fashion, Advanced Diploma in Advertising & Graphic Design, etc. | 1-3 years | Range ~ ₹ 1,00,000 to ₹ 3,12,500 per year depending on course & specialization. |
| PG / Post-Graduate / Diploma (Creative / Media / Fashion Tech) | M.Des, PGD, Professional Diploma programmes in Media, Mass Communication, Fashion Tech etc. | 1-2 years | ~ ₹ 3,00,000-3,12,500 annual fees depending on specialization. |
Infrastructure & Facilities
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Separate hostel facilities for boys and girls.
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Campus has labs related to fashion/pattern making/textile/production, modern classrooms, library, auditorium etc.
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WiFi, student cafeteria etc., with standard amenities.
Strengths & Special Features
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Strong blend of creative + professional training (business / management / creative arts) which can help in multiple industries: fashion, media, design, advertising.
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Traineeship or internship components are part of many courses, giving students real-world exposure.
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Fee transparency: you can see fee bands depending on programme, specialization.
What is the eligibility criteria for undergraduate courses (like B.Des / BA) at WLCI?
You usually need to have completed 10+2 (or equivalent) from a recognized board. Specific subject prerequisites may apply (for design / media courses). Selection may include portfolio, entrance test or interview for some creative programmes.
How much does it cost per year for popular courses like B.Des or PGD at WLCI?
For UG courses like B.Des / BA, fees are about ₹ 2,91,250 per year in many programmes.
For PGD / diploma / advanced diploma courses, fees vary from ₹ 1,00,000 to ~₹ 3,12,500/year depending on the specialization.
Are there hostel & other facilities? What is the hostel fee approx?
Yes, WLCI has separate hostels for boys & girls. In terms of cost, hostel fees for WLCI School of Fashion in Kolkata are approx ₹ 70,000 - ₹ 90,000/year depending on amenities. Mess / food may be extra.
How are placements / internship opportunities at WLCI?
Many courses include internships / “traineeship programs” as part of curriculum. WLCI claims strong industry connection and involves hands-on experience. (Exact average and highest placement packages are less consistently published in the sources I checked.)
