BA (Hons) Fashion and Textiles with Foundation Year

The Foundation Year will allow you to develop your academic study skills and build confidence in your abilities, identifying your own strengths and development needs for progression onto an undergraduate degree. It has also been designed for students who are considering a change of subject of study without a background in an art, design or media subject.

We make sure that you have all the skills you need to start a career in fashion and textiles. With our focus on craftsmanship and skills, you graduate with a robust understanding of the two industries.

You will benefit from our links with both the fashion and textiles sector, offering opportunities to work on live projects and to hear from industry professionals. You can also have the chance to enter industry competitions. We work with a number of different brands and companies including Hanger Inc., Jane Bowler, Derek Lawlor, Carlo Volpi, Giles Miller Studio, Lara Jensen and the British Fashion Council.

There is a wide range of career possibilities, such as: Fashion Designer, Pattern Cutter, Print Design, Knitwear Designer, Colour-forecasting, Trend Researcher, Garment Technologist, Product Developer, Entrepreneur, Fashion Buyer, Materials Researcher, Visual Merchandiser, Retail Management, Public Relations, Press and the media, Events and production organisation, or Fashion styling.

Graduates can also choose to further explore fashion or textiles on a postgraduate course.

Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements for the 3-year undergraduate programme, or those who do not feel fully prepared for a Level 4 course, will be considered for the 4-year programme including a Foundation Year.

On review of your application, you may be invited for an interview.