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UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma Textiles, Fashion and Design

at Blackburn College, Blackburn · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

This Level 3 UAL Extended Diploma in Fashion, Textiles and Design aims to provide a firm foundation in core fashion and textile practice and to encourage personal development and expression. The course helps students to find out what you enjoy, what you are good at and allows you to develop a set of valuable skills for future study and work. Blackburn College is part of the UAL School and College Network, and are one of only 10 in the country to achieve this status. This means that all our students will benefit from: Industry specialised lecturers Invitations to a range of relevant talks and workshops - face to face and digital Advice & guidance from a UAL representative Help with portfolio development, creative careers and pathways to industry. UAL set assignments As part of the UAL network, Blackburn College tutors will also meet and share good practice with the other 9 UAL approved colleges around the country, to make sure our students are receiving the best learning experience possible. This Extended Diploma is extremely well regarded across design education in the United Kingdom and abroad. We have a first-class record in placing talented students on the best degree course at institutions such as Ravensbourne, Chelsea School of Art & Design, Ruskin School at Cambridge, Leeds College of Art, Goldsmiths, London College of Communication, The Slade, Wimbledon, Camberwell College of Art, Central Saint Martins and London College of Fashion. Many students on the programme also

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at Grade C/4 including Maths or English Language or completion of a Level 2 course including GCSE Maths and English Grade C/4.

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

  • Blackburn College

    Feilden Street, BLACKBURN, BB2 1LH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · BLACKBURN

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