Course summary
Why study Fashion: Design and Communication with Foundation Year at Liverpool John Moores University?
- Liverpool School of Art and Design was rated in the top 10 of UK art schools in the 2021 Guardian University League Tables
- Students have opportunities to study abroad or apply for art and design travel awards
- Specialise in either Fashion Design or Fashion Communication
- Opportunities to undertake work experience with local, national and international companies
- The programme is a member of the FTC (Association of Fashion and Textile Courses) as well as the Ethical Fashion Forum
- Growing reputation for producing employable graduates
- Studio based study in the Stirling-Prize nominated John Lennon Art and Design Building
Modules
Please visit the Liverpool John Moores University website for detailed module information.
Assessment method
Assessment varies depending on the modules you choose, but will usually include a combination of exams and coursework. If you choose the Fashion Design Pathway, you will be expected to produce research and design development including samples, toiles, garments, illustration, photography and blogs. If you opt for Fashion Communication, you will also be expected to produce a body of research linked to a series of projects that could include Branding, Styling, PR, Blogs, Photography, Trends and Magazine editorial/s. Other forms of assessment include written dissertation and reports, a personal development planning folder or a CV, biography, press release and/or blog. Constructive feedback, whether formal or informal, is crucial in helping you to improve your performance and your tutors will always be on hand to help you evaluate your own work and assess progress. Formative and summative feedback is given throughout the year at key points for each module.
How to apply
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:
- A003
- Institution code:
- L51
- Campus name:
- Mount Pleasant Campus
- Campus code:
- M
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 72 - 80 points
A level - DDD - CDD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
T Level
Prior to starting the programme applicants must have obtained Grade C or Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics GCSE or an approved alternative qualification below: • Key Skills Level 2 in English/ Maths • NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and/or Reading • Skills for Life Level 2 in Numeracy/English • Higher Diploma in Maths/ English • Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths/ English • Northern Ireland Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number • Wales Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number
Additional entry requirements
Portfolio
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £5760 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £5760 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £5760 | Year 1 |
Wales | £5760 | Year 1 |
EU | £17750 | Year 1 |
International | £17750 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £5760 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £5760 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Sponsorship information
Please see our Bursaries and Scholarships page for more information: https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/discover/fees-and-funding/bursaries-and-scholarships
Provider information
Liverpool John Moores University
Student Life Building
Copperas Hill
Liverpool
L3 5AJ