Full time EDEXCEL BTEC National Diploma in Art and Design Fashion and Clothing Design

BTEC

In Doncaster

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    BTEC

  • Location

    Doncaster

  • Duration

    2 Years

The BTEC National Diploma in Art & Design (Fashion & Clothing) is a two year course designed to introduce you to the skills needed to work in the Fashion Industry. You learn to design and manufacture garments using our large workshops, including some computer aided design. All activities will be underpinned by a core of drawing/visualisation skills.

Important information

Government funding available

Facilities

Location

Start date

Doncaster (South Yorkshire)
The Hub Chappell Drive, DN1 2RF

Start date

On request

About this course

4-5 GCSEs grades A-C including English
First Diploma in Art & Design Level 2 at merit
For equivalent qualifications see the Entry Requirements Explained page
All applicants must complete an initial assessment in Maths and English and attend an interview
All students will need to present a portfolio of art work at interview.
Relevant industrial experience

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Course programme


EDEXCEL BTEC National Diploma in Art and Design - Fashion and Clothing Design Level 3Duration
Two years full time

Attendance
You are expected to be available to attend college Monday to Thursday 9am to 5.30pm and Friday 9am to 4.30pm. Your timetable will be for 16 hours per week and will be explained to you at interview.

Course Description
The BTEC National Diploma in Art & Design (Fashion & Clothing) is a two year course designed to introduce you to the skills needed to work in the Fashion Industry. You learn to design and manufacture garments using our large workshops, including some computer aided design. All activities will be underpinned by a core of drawing/visualisation skills.

Course Structure
The course consists of 18 units; 5 of which are core units. Assignments are set to explore various themes and lead up to a Final Major Project at the end of the 2nd Year.

Course Assessment
Key/Functional skills are embedded throughout the course, you will be required to take an exam and/or complete a portfolio to achieve these. The course proper is assessed continuously with critiques at the end of each 5 or 6 week project.

Course Entry Requirements
  • 4-5 GCSEs grades A-C including English
  • First Diploma in Art & Design Level 2 at merit
  • For equivalent qualifications see the Entry Requirements Explained page
  • All applicants must complete an initial assessment in Maths and English and attend an interview
  • All students will need to present a portfolio of art work at interview.
  • Relevant industrial experience


Course Costs
There are no course fees if you are under 19 years old on 31 August 2010. However, you may have to pay for textbooks, personal kits, uniforms, trips and personal stationery. You will be informed of these at your interview.

Course Enrichment
Activities such as trips and visits will be arranged, which are beneficial to this course and your learning. These activities are optional and additional fees will be charged to you. Details will be provided at the time of interview.

Course Progression
Upon completion of this course, the majority of our students go on to study a Fashion based course at degree level such as BA(Hons) Fashion and Textiles including courses offered by Doncaster College

Course Career Prospects
Opportunities exist to enter the Creative Industries at a Junior Level but further study would be recommended to achieve employment in many job roles including garment technologist, fashion designer and footwear designer

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Full time EDEXCEL BTEC National Diploma in Art and Design Fashion and Clothing Design

Price on request