Course summary
Learn the skills that bring creativity to life in the real-world utilising technical knowledge. This programme includes a fully integrated placement so you will not only learn how to develop great ideas, but how to use commercial design and the latest technology to turn them into successful fashion products. This programme supports you in developing a well-rounded skillset that can help ensure you succeed in a wide range of exciting roles within the fashion industry. You gain a mix of multi-disciplinary skills, practical knowledge which you will confidently apply to real-world experience. You can take advantage of our links to the garment and fashion industry and we will give you the opportunity to work on exciting, real-life projects. During your studies, you’ll put your skills to the test in an industry setting, giving you the perfect opportunity to make industry contacts and take another step closer to your dream career.
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- JW42
- Institution code:
- H24
- Campus name:
- Scottish Borders
- Campus code:
- S
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification Requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BCC - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Scottish Higher - ABBB
Scottish Advanced Higher - ABB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 29 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Scottish HNC - Pass
Scottish HND - Pass
T Level
We operate contextual admissions defined by our Fair Access Policy which may mean entry requirements are flexible. We accept a wide range of other qualifications from the UK, Europe and International countries. Please contact the Admissions Officer for the programme for further information on the entry requirements for these.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
Scottish Higher - BBBC
Scottish HNC - Pass
Scottish HND - Pass
As part of the Fair Access Process, the minimum entry requirements enable students who are within one or more of the categories below to be guaranteed an offer: Living in an area within the Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation lowest 20% (SIMD20) Care Experienced, as identified on the UCAS Application form by ticking the relevant box.
English language requirements
Applicants whose native language is not English and who have not been educated previously in the English language must provide evidence of their English language ability to ensure they can cope with the demands of a Heriot-Watt programme taught and assessed in English. Further information about the English Language tests that we currently accept as proof of English Language ability including our own English Language programmes, can be viewed on our website.
HWU English Language Requirements
https://www.hw.ac.uk/study/entry/english-language-requirements.htm
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £1820* | Year 1 |
| EU | £17320* | Year 1 |
| International | £17320* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Additional fee information
2024/25 tuition fees are subject to confirmation.
Provider information
Heriot-Watt University
Riccarton
Edinburgh
EH14 4AS