Course summary

Realise diverse fashion narratives through design, cut and construction on this industry-facing course that encourages sustainable and inclusive practices. Push your creative boundaries Study a range of fashion design methods as you explore experimental and industry-standard approaches to pattern cutting and garment construction. We’ll encourage you to push the boundaries of your fashion thinking through fashion design practice, whilst being mindful of sustainable practice, diversity and inclusion. As part of this course, you’ll:

• Create designs in response to trends, market segmentations and technical innovations, as you explore fabric and form to achieve resolved 3D outcomes

• Work on high-profile industry-led briefs, live projects, and competitions to create a professional industry-ready fashion portfolio

• Develop a strong understanding of the cultural, ethical, and environmental concerns inherent in the fashion industry

• Understand ways to develop your 2D and 3D skills, and how to communicate concepts to your audience

• Enhance your learning and understanding of the fashion industry through our exceptional Visiting Lecturer programme

• Apply industry-recognised CAD (computer-aided design) techniques to your conceptual and technical designs, including Adobe Creative Suite and Clo3D

• Have the opportunity to work in the industry during the optional sandwich (placement) year

• Learn from tutors with extensive professional experience and networks - including internationally renowned designer Professor Matty Bovan

• Opportunity to take a ‘sandwich’ year – a year of paid employment in industry which will build your skills and experience

• Study within one of the largest university arts communities in the north

• Leeds' thriving creative sector - including countless opportunities for fashion graduates on our doorstep