Fashion Design BA (Hons)
Bachelor's degree
In London
Description
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Bachelor's degree
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Location
London
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Duration
3 Years
The BA (Hons) Fashion Design aims to produce creative fashion innovators who are passionate about design. The programme will enable you to develop your own signature style and express your personal philosophy of fashion, with plenty of opportunities to showcase your work. As well as conceptual skills, you will explore the practicalities of the design process, and build your technical skills in areas such as drawing, computer-aided design, the creation of textiles, pattern-cutting and garment construction. You will also learn about the evolution of fashion and explore the relationship between fashion, society and culture. One of the key industry challenges is the use and abuse of world resources through textile manufacture. You will explore these issues to understand how companies can minimise their impact on the environment. Our recent fashion show, ‘Sustainable Fashion’, featured outfits designed by our students to support the Blue Cross, a pet charity which helps sick, injured and homeless pets. The event showcased clothes that had been given a ‘second chance’ via the catwalk to highlight that pets should not be viewed as disposable commodities or ‘fashion breeds’. Our innovative and challenging BA (Hons) programme integrates theoretical understanding with practical, hands-on experience. It combines creativity and business acumen to help you develop the knowledge and skills you need for a successful and enduring career in the international fashion industry. We take a holistic view. You will learn about the fashion design process from the initial concept through to creating (and promoting) a final collection. In the process you will develop core technical skills as well as discovering your own creative design style. Register for an Open Day Why should I choose this programme? This programme offers the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in the competitive,...
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Study methods Teaching methods include studio work, tutorials, seminars, workshops, field trips and group work. You will be taught by lecturers who also work in fashion and hear from visiting speakers from industry and academia. Small class sizes ensure that you have plenty of contact time with your tutors. You will gain plenty of practical experience through working to live briefs and taking part in fashion shows and fashion shoots. Assessment structure You will be assessed through assignments including projects, portfolios, sketchbooks, reports, essays and presentations, and your performance in practical work such as photoshoots, fashion shows and industry placements. Students with disabilities Some classes are delivered in teaching rooms accessed via stairs. If you have a condition that affects your mobility and you require ground...
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Subjects
- Information Systems management
- Philosophy
- Design
- Construction
- Drawing
- Computer Aided Design
- Industry
- Programme Planning
- Construction Training
- Textiles
- Information
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Course programme
Length
This is a three-year programme, or four years if you begin on the Integrated Design Foundation.
Additional information
This programme offers a comprehensive understanding of the fashion design process, encouraging your development as a creative professional with strong conceptual and technical skills.
It will enable you to express your personal philosophy of fashion and develop your own signature style.
You will learn about the history, culture and business of fashion and build your skills in areas such as drawing, computer-aided design, the creation of textiles, pattern-cutting and garment construction.
You will also have the opportunity to study in Paris, the capital of haute couture and luxury fashion. You will learn about fashion styling, trends and journalism through hands-on projects, using the rich resources the city has to offer. Learn more about the summer fashion programmes here.
In your final year, you will design, construct and style a collection of garments for a particular customer and market, building a portfolio of work to show future employers.
Modules
Year 1
- CAD
- Design Process
- Global Perspectives
- Historical and Contextual Studies in Fashion
- Pattern 1 and 2
- Textiles
Year 2
- Design Studio 1 and 2
- Drape
- Fashion Illustration
- Theoretical Studies in Fashion
- Elective module
Year 3
- Pre-Collection
- Collections
- Dissertation
- Fashion Design Portfolio
Elective modules
- Accessories
- Fashion Journalism and PR
- Fashion Show Production and Event Management
- Fashion Styling and Photography
See module descriptions
Additional information
With COVID-19 likely to generate worldwide quarantine restrictions and travel disruption for some time, and noting our duty to prevent our students from being impacted by a potential second wave, we've made the decision to deliver the Autumn 2020 Term online and prepare to return to campus in January 2021.
Fashion Design BA (Hons)