About the course

On this course you can specialise in menswear, womenswear and or fashion knitwear, and will study a range of topics including fashion illustration, innovative concept development, pattern cutting and computer-aided design (CAD) for fashion and design development.

　　You will be introduced to the academic, professional, industrial and commercial challenges of design practice and gain skills such as tailoring and fashion prediction. The first year provides grounding in fashion and design through practical, creative and technical classes and projects, while the second year is more focused, with emphasis on experimentation, in-depth project research and 3D development. In the final year you will set your own briefs and create a final collection of work to showcase your unique vision and talent.

　　There are opportunities to work with leading brands on live projects, work placements and competition awards, thanks to the course’s unparalleled links with the UK and global apparel industry. We aim to prepare you for a career in a creative multibillion-pound industry where you will need to be innovative, adaptable and forward-thinking.

　　Duration: Three years full-time, four years with placement. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: GB£45,750

Intake	Location
Autumn (October), 2024	Leicester

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for De Montfort University

A good portfolio and normally:

　　Art and Design Foundation or

　　112 points from at least 2 A ‘levels and including grade C in Art and Design or

　　BTEC Extended Diploma DMM in an Art and Design related subject or

　　International Baccalaureate: 26+ Points including Art and Design.

　　GCSEs - Five GCSEs grades A* - C (9-4) including English Language or Literature at grade C/4 or above.

　　If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each band, or equivalent when you start the course is essential.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at De Montfort University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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　　THE World ranking109th / 130

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