From Creativity to Career: Fashion Design, Makeup & Hairstyling at Bahra University School of Fashion under the aegis of Institute of Fashion & Communication Technology (IFCT) | Bahra University, Shimla Hills

Fashion today is much more than clothing—it is a global industry connecting design, beauty, technology, media, styling and entrepreneurship. Recognising the growing opportunities in this sector, Bahra University, Shimla Hills, offers career-focused education in Fashion Design, Makeup and Hairstyling under the aegis of the Institute of Fashion & Communication Technology (IFCT).

The School of Fashion functions under the leadership of Dr. Neha Mighlani, Director, IFCT, A seasoned Senior Journalist ,Media Researcher,Meditation TeacherHealing & Intra-personal Communication Coach Corporate Trainer
PhD (Journalism), Post-Doctorate (Journalism)- UGC New Delhi
Fashion Journalism, LCF, UK ,Twice awarded by Punjab Governor for contribution to Journalism & Society
Recipient of top international & national honours in the field of Media Research with a focus on developing creative talent through practical, skill-oriented and industry-relevant education.

Courses Designed for Today’s Creative Careers
Bahra University’s School of Fashion offers programmes for students with different career aspirations:
Bachelor of Design (B.Des) – 4 Years

A four-year programme designed to develop creative and technical capabilities for careers in fashion design, apparel, styling, textiles, merchandising and design entrepreneurship.

B.Sc. Fashion Design – 3 Years
A three-year undergraduate programme focused on areas such as fashion designing, garment construction, textile design, fashion styling, merchandising and fashion business.

Certificate in Makeup & Hairstyling – 6 Months

A specialised six-month programme for aspiring makeup artists and hairstylists, with career opportunities in bridal makeup, fashion, photography, events, media, entertainment and freelance beauty services.
Building Skills. Creating Entrepreneurs.

Around two years ago, Bahra University introduced these contemporary programmes with a larger vision—to equip young people with skills relevant to the rapidly evolving fashion and beauty industry.
The programmes are particularly significant for young women in Himachal Pradesh and across India, providing opportunities to turn professional skills into independent businesses such as fashion boutiques, clothing labels, makeup studios, bridal services, styling consultancies and online fashion ventures.

The School is supported by specialised professionals including Anchal Thakur, Certified Trainer – Makeup & Hair Styling, and Priyanka Sharma, specialising in Garment Construction. The programmes are coordinated by Tamanna Vijay Raina, Coordinator, IFCT.

Why Study Fashion at Shimla Hills?
Located at Waknaghat, Solan, adjacent to Shimla, Bahra University offers students an inspiring environment in which to study fashion and creative disciplines.
Shimla has traditionally been associated with elegance, lifestyle and fashion. There is even a popular saying that after Bombay, Shimla is a place known for fashionable people. Today, this creative identity meets professional fashion education at Bahra University.

Career Scope in Fashion & Beauty
Students can explore careers as:
Fashion Designers | Apparel Designers | Fashion Stylists | Merchandisers | Textile Designers | Garment Professionals | Makeup Artists | Hair Stylists | Bridal Artists | Fashion Entrepreneurs | Boutique Owners
The growth of e-commerce, social media, destination weddings, digital content and independent fashion brands has further expanded opportunities for creative professionals worldwide.

Your Creativity Can Become Your Career
The School of Fashion at Bahra University is committed to helping students move from passion to skill, skill to profession and profession to entrepreneurship.
For students searching globally for fashion designing courses in India, fashion design courses in Himachal Pradesh, B.Sc. Fashion Design, Bachelor of Design, makeup artist courses, hairstyling courses or fashion entrepreneurship programmes, Bahra University, Shimla Hills, offers a distinctive opportunity to learn, create and build a future in the creative industries with its mission Aspirations to Reality

Don’t just follow fashion. Learn to create it.