A course on fashion photography should cover a range of topics to prepare students for this specialized field. Here are some key elements that such a course might include:

1. Introduction to Fashion Photography: Understanding the history, evolution, and key concepts of fashion photography.

2. Technical Skills: Learning about camera equipment, lighting techniques, composition, and post-processing/editing specific to fashion photography.

3. Fashion Industry Knowledge: Understanding the fashion industry, including fashion trends, terminology, and the role of fashion photography within it.

4. Styling and Art Direction: Working with stylists, makeup artists, and art directors to create compelling fashion images.

5. Model Direction: Techniques for directing models to achieve the desired poses and expressions.

6. Location and Set Selection*: Choosing appropriate locations and sets to complement the fashion being photographed.

7. Portfolio Development: Building a portfolio of fashion images that showcase the student’s style and creativity.

8. Industry Networking: Learning how to network within the fashion industry and collaborate with other professionals.

9. Editorial vs. Commercial Work: Understanding the differences between editorial and commercial fashion photography and the requirements of each.

10. Fashion Photography Trends: Staying up-to-date with current trends and styles in fashion photography. 

Special features of a fashion photography course might include access to professional models, designers, and stylists; opportunities to work on real fashion shoots; guest lectures by industry professionals; and the chance to have work published in fashion magazines or websites.