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Applied General Diploma in Art and Design Level 3 (Fashion) Yr1

at Hertford Regional College, Ware · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma35 weeksFull time£5,421

What the college says

The fashion industry is a global industry and major UK employer contributing 28 billion to the UK economyTaught by experienced professionals this exciting programme of study offers you a multi-disciplinary pathway into the fashion industry. This course combines design development together with technical and practical skills to give students a wide range of options within the fashion industry whether you want to be a designer maker stylist or promoter or aspire to start your own business. Students take part in live industry led projects such as the Royal Opera House Design Challenge which enhances their costume design skills and allows them to work to an industry led criteria. Students participate in a range of work placements at various companies as well as making their own creations for the HRC Creative Enterprise Pop Up shop allowing students to hand produce and sell items direct to the public. Our students said; "The course really prepared me for university and I learnt skills I can take forward into my fashion career." "I made the right choice in choosing fashion at college rather than A'levels @ school." "I feel so much closer to my ambition to be a famous fashion designer; the fashion director at my placement said I was really talented with a great portfolio." "Doing this course has given me the confidence and skills to pursue my dream job of working as a fashion stylist."

What you need to get on

200 GCSE entry points including English at Grade C (Grade 4 of the new 16/17 GCSE grading structure) or Level 2 Diploma at Merit level and English at Grade C (Grade 4 of the new 16/17 GCSE grading structure) You will need to provide examples of art and design work at interview We also welcome applications from students with relevant experience or qualifications.For more information on GCSE points please refer to https://www.hrc.ac.uk/school-leavers-16-18/qualifications-guide

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Ware Campus

    Hertford Regional College Scotts Road, Ware, SG12 9JF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Ware

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