Fashion and Textiles Foundation Degree

Fashion and Textiles Foundation Degree

Quick Facts
Course Code
BT5H01A09
Start
07/09/2009
Course Level
Level 5
Days/Time
DAY
Course Length
2 years

Where is the course? (N/A)

What is this course about? This innovative course equips you with the skills and knowledge relevant to the needs of the fast paced fashion industry. The programme is project, work and studio based, enabling you to explore and interpret themes as source material for the development of designs. The course is in partnership with London Metropolitan University.

Who is this course for? This course is ideal for students who wish to develop careers in fashion and textiles, either progressing straight into employment or into the final year of advanced study.

What do I need to get on the course? You must have at least one of the following:

· One appropriate A- Level subject or Advanced GNVQ level 3 or equivalent, together with supporting passes at GCSE grade C or above (must include English and Mathematics) Two AS levels will be considered as an appropriate A level.

· A BTEC National Certificate/Diploma/Access course in appropriate subjects.

· A qualification which the College and University accepts as being equivalent to any of the above.
Applications are welcome from mature students who may not have the minimum entry requirements, but have appropriate skills and knowledge, and some work experience. You should have English and Maths skills equivalent to GCSE level.
Applicants with other equivalent qualifications are encouraged to apply as are applicants with experience of working in the industry.
International applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis with equivalent qualifications being accepted.

What will I study? Fashion and Textile subjects including: pattern cutting, garment manufacture, textile print, historical and contextual studies, professional studies, work experience, visual communication etc. Take a look at some examples of student work in the Fashion and Textiles Foundation Degree gallery

What qualification will I get? On successful completion you will gain a Foundation Degree in Fashion and Textiles, awarded by London Metropolitan University. ,

What can I do after the course? Many of our graduates progress to an advanced BA degree pathway or successfully take up employment in the fashion and textile industry.

How do I get on the course? Apply through UCAS - institution code L68, Course code E230, campus code I

How much does the course cost? If you are a home student you may be able to get help with fees - go to course fees on the left side of this page.

Home Students:
Cost to be confirmed