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Art and Design (Fashion) Level 3 Extended Diploma

at South Essex College of Further and Higher Education, Southend-On-Sea · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course is designed to take you through a comprehensive range of different fashion and design techniques and disciplines either in preparation for study at a higher level or future employment. * design * illustration * pattern cutting * garment construction * tailoring techniques * textiles * costume * fabric knowledge * research skills * fashion forecasting and trend prediction * live briefs working with professionals in the industry * trips may include; exhibitions, factories, museums & international * computer applications in fashion * analysis and evaluation skills * work experience * maths & English In your second year you have the opportunity to specialise in your chosen field (this is subject to applicant numbers). Specialism 1: Fashion Design and Production * concept development and creative research skills * fashion design * fashion illustration * technical drawing * lay plan * budgeting * pattern cutting * toiling * fitting * garment production & construction * textiles and fabric manipulation * analysis and evaluation skills * introduction to advanced pattern cutting skills * portfolio building * curating an exhibition and fashion show * work experience * maths & English Specialism 2: Fashion Business * fashion marketing * fashion promotion * fashion visualisation and communication * styling * introduction to fashion photography * fashion media, techniques and technology * fashion buying * trend predictions * introduction to starting up a fashion business * ana

What you need to get on

* four GCSEs at grade four/grade C or above, including maths, English and an art-related subject, or * Art and Design Level 2 Extended Certificate plus maths and English at grade four or above, or equivalent * you will be asked to provide evidence of your ability in the subject which could be in the form of a portfolio * successful attendance at interview event

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

  • Southend Campus (Luker Road)

    Luker Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 1ND

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2027 · Southend-on-Sea

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