BA (Hons) Fashion Design (with Professional Practice Year)
If you dream of being a fashion designer but don't yet have the portfolio to join our three-year degree, this four-year BA (Hons) Fashion Design course will bridge the gap.This course allows you to gain a broad experience of the different areas and methods of Fashion Design before moving on to your in-depth study. You’ll explore personal development, experimentation and group working methods as you develop skills in research, fashion drawing, 2D and 3D design development, mixed media (CAD) and theoretical approaches.With access to the latest technology, including a Gerber suite for computerised pattern development, you'll master all the skills you need to make it in fashion.As you study, you’ll be nurtured by a team of professional design staff with a wide range of industry experience. We pride ourselves on having no specific house style, so you’ll have the freedom to establish your own design identity, supported by a community of like-minded peers.As part of the course, you’ll be encouraged to tackle briefs from well-known companies such as Reiss, Warehouse and Tommy Hilfiger, and be given the chance to show off your work at high-profile international events. You’ll also enter your work in prestigious competitions; previous students have achieved success at Graduate Fashion Week, and many other national and international fashion design contests.Based at a campus that’s right on London’s doorstep, you’ll benefit from our extensive industry connections to help you secure work experience opportunities and enhance your career prospects.
If you dream of being a fashion designer but don't yet have the portfolio to join our three-year degree, this four-year BA (Hons) Fashion Design course will bridge the gap.This course allows you to gain a broad experience of the different areas and methods of Fashion Design before moving on to your in-depth study. You’ll explore personal development, experimentation and group working methods as you develop skills in research, fashion drawing, 2D and 3D design development, mixed media (CAD) and theoretical approaches.With access to the latest technology, including a Gerber suite for computerised pattern development, you'll master all the skills you need to make it in fashion.As you study, you’ll be nurtured by a team of professional design staff with a wide range of industry experience. We pride ourselves on having no specific house style, so you’ll have the freedom to establish your own design identity, supported by a community of like-minded peers.As part of the course, you’ll be encouraged to tackle briefs from well-known companies such as Reiss, Warehouse and Tommy Hilfiger, and be given the chance to show off your work at high-profile international events. You’ll also enter your work in prestigious competitions; previous students have achieved success at Graduate Fashion Week, and many other national and international fashion design contests.Based at a campus that’s right on London’s doorstep, you’ll benefit from our extensive industry connections to help you secure work experience opportunities and enhance your career prospects.
