Course summary

Develop the skills needed to innovate and boldly manifest your ideas, creating garments that address and dissect the issues that matter to you whilst re-defining what it means to be a man. What can you expect? BA (Hons) Design and Technology: Menswear offers a creative approach to the design and realisation of contemporary menswear. Our students create work that pushes the boundaries through engagement with meaningful research, innovative design, problem solving, and technical experimentation. Students use the subject of menswear to explore issues of identity such as gender and non-binary genders, class, subcultures, faith and global cultural diversity and engage with global issues such as sustainability, social responsibility, ethical and environmental awareness.

• Specialised menswear design: Engage in an in-depth exploration of menswear design, technology, and production which will prepare you for a career in this growing and dynamic sector.

• Strong industry focus: Engage with cutting-edge practices and techniques, responding to real-world menswear industry demands and engage in collaborations with major brands like Burberry. You will also have opportunity to complete a short placement in industry, offering highly valuable real-life experience.

• Sustainability and inclusivity: Learn to address key challenges in fashion, including sustainable production and diverse, inclusive design approaches.

• Cutting-edge facilities: Access state-of-the-art studios, workshops, and technical equipment, supporting the creation of professional-quality collections.

• Staff expertise: Learn from a faculty comprising of experienced industry professionals and researchers, offering a balance of academic rigor and hands-on expertise that will prepare you for the competitive menswear industry.