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Fashion Design (Level 3)

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Course Overview

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at grade 4, including English and/or Maths, plus a successful portfolio interview.

Course information

This fashion course is designed for learners ready to build industry-level skills in fashion and textiles, with a strong emphasis on garment construction, pattern cutting, and professional production techniques. You’ll work in our specialist fashion studios to develop advanced technical skills, focusing on accuracy, finish, and construction methods used across the fashion industry. From block pattern drafting and garment assembly to fitting and alterations, the course is ideal for those aiming for a career in fashion or manufacturing.

You will build a portfolio of high-quality garments, gain industry-relevant experience, and develop the independence and confidence required for professional work or further study. Learners are expected to source their own fabrics and components for some practical projects.

Key topics

Assessment includes:

  • Completion of practical projects demonstrating advanced technical skills
  • Portfolio development throughout the course
  • A final end-of-year project that showcases your cumulative learning
  • Continuous evaluation based on your ability to meet deadlines, follow technical briefs, and produce industry-standard work

  • Next steps

    100% Coursework, including practical/written assessments.

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Dates Schedule Max. fee if paid
Start: 10/09/2025
End: 02/07/2026
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£1818.00
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What Can This Course Lead To

Where Can This Lead To?

This course prepares students for:

  • Further Education: Progression to a Foundation Diploma in Art & Design, or directly to degree-level courses in Fashion Design, Textiles, Fashion Photography, Merchandising, and more.
  • Employment & Apprenticeships: Entry-level positions, vocational apprenticeships, or trainee roles in the fashion and manufacturing industries.
  • Transferable Skills: Development in areas such as collaboration, presentation, problem-solving, and creative thinking, which are valued in a wide range of careers.

Did You Know? There are more than two million jobs in the creative industries. Since 2011, creative jobs have increased by 30.6%. These roles are also highly secure, with 87% at low or no risk of automation. (Source: Creative Industries Federation, 2017)

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