Age 16-18
- Beginner-level adult course in this subject area at New City College.
- Advanced roles in fashion design, tailoring, or freelance garment making, with potential to start a fashion business.
Course Overview
Fee disclaimer
- This course is FREE for most students.
- A £30 membership fee applies to all students.
- The course fee listed is the maximum you could pay.
- No payment is required when you apply. After submitting your application, our customer service team will contact you to confirm your eligibility for free or discounted fees and guide you through the next steps.
- You might be surprised at how many ways you can qualify for funding. Check your eligibility here.
Entry requirements
Clothesmaking: Beginner or equivalent knowledge is recommended.
Course information
The Clothesmaking: Improver course builds on basic skills to teach students more advanced techniques in garment construction, pattern alterations, and finishing techniques.
Suitable for those who have basic sewing knowledge and wish to advance their clothesmaking and garment construction skills.
Key topics
- Advanced garment construction
- Pattern alterations
- Fitting techniques
- Fabric handling
- Tailoring
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How you are assessed
This is a fun, non-qualification course. -
Next steps
The fashion industry continues to grow, with opportunities for those with advanced garment construction skills to enter both high street and couture fashion markets.
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Why study at NCC?
- Expert teaching: Learn from experienced tutors with real-world industry knowledge
- Flexible study options: Part-time, evening and online learning available
- Career progression routes: From entry level to professional qualifications
- Outstanding support: One-to-one advice, wellbeing support and financial guidance
- Ofsted-rated Outstanding: Quality teaching and support you can trust
- Modern facilities: Industry-standard workshops, labs, studios and digital tools
- Employer links: Courses shaped by local and national job market needs
Select your campus option to apply
Dates
Schedule
Max. fee if paid
Start: 15/09/2025
End: 24/11/2025
Mon (13:30 - 16:00)
£75.00
Start: 06/01/2026
End: 17/03/2026
Tue (13:30 - 15:30)
£75.00
Start: 28/04/2026
End: 30/06/2026
Mon (13:30 - 16:00)
£75.00
What Can This Course Lead To
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