The article aims to generate considerations regarding the teaching of sustainability in higher education Fashion Design courses in Brazil. The issue of sustainability in fashion has been frequently debated; however, the textile and clothing industry remains one of the most environmentally harmful. From this perspective, sustainability needs to be considered in all stages of designing new clothing pieces. If sustainability is crucial for design actions in the field of fashion, how are the contents related to this element being taught in higher education courses in Brazil? This is documentary research conducted through the pedagogical programs of twelve higher education courses in Fashion Design at Federal Institutes, analyzed through a quantitative-qualitative approach. Regarding the main results, nine of the courses offer specific disciplines on sustainability. Furthermore, this content is addressed in another 22 disciplines ranging from fashion research to production technologies. Although sustainability continues to be a dilemma, there is a significant emphasis on curriculum components in the training of Fashion Designers in Brazil.
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