South Thames College Group (inc Carshalton, South Thames and Kingston College) has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
This exceptional practical course run at Kingston College Campus, is delivered by highly skilled teachers and technicians with expertise across printed textiles, weave, knit, pattern cutting and garment construction, illustration, design and Computer Aided Design (CAD). Students collaborate with industry led partners and benefit from other career focused opportunities. Delivered within our richly resourced Creative Industries Centre, you will join a vibrant and creative higher education community and enjoy unrivalled access to studios and workshops.
Modules
Level 4 units: 1 Professional Development (Core, 15 credits) 2 Contextual Studies (Core, 15 credits) 3 Individual Project (Pearson Set) (Core, 15 credits) 4 Techniques & Processes (Core,15 credits) 7 Computer Aided Design (CAD) (Core,15 credits) 9 Fashion & Textiles Practices (Core,15 credits) College selected Optional Units for this programme: 8 Pattern Cutting & Garment Making (Core, 15 credits) 23 Fashion Collection (Core, 15 credits)
Assessment method
Teaching: You are taught mainly through practical workshops with some theory sessions. In addition, you have timetabled meetings with your personal tutor. You will use industry-standard equipment and have access to studios, workshops and library facilities throughout your course. Independent learning: When not attending timetabled sessions you will be expected to continue learning independently through self-study. Typically, this will involve research, working on individual and group projects, preparing coursework assignments and presentations. Your independent learning is supported by a range of excellent facilities, including the library, the Undergraduate Centre, digital suites and specialist studios. Assessment: The course provides you with opportunities to test your understanding of the subject informally before you complete the formal assessments that count towards your final mark. Regular formative feedback is provided with a final grade awarded for each unit upon completion. All assessment are spread across the year to make the workload manageable. Overall workload: Your overall workload consists of class contact hours, independent learning, and assessment activity, While your actual contact hours may depend on the optional modules selected, the following information gives an indication of how much time you will need to allocate to different activities at each level of the course.
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Tier 4 students https://kingston-college.ac.uk/international/academic-courses
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 32 points
A level - EE
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP
Access to HE Diploma - P: 45 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Additional requirements: References from an official email address (ie. NOT Outlook, Gmail, Yahoo, etc.) This can be from your previous institution if you were a student in the last 4 years or from a line manager if you are currently working. Suitably qualified applicants will be invited to interview with a course tutor, where they will be required to further demonstrate their suitability for the course and given the opportunity to ask questions about the course.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | An overall band score of 6.0, with none of the four skills below 5.5. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | Level B2 | B2 First, formerly known as Cambridge English: First (FCE). |
Students from outside the UK may be required to demonstrate their level of English by providing proof of an English language certificate or other qualification. This is particularly the case where a student: • is from a country where English is not an official/first language, or; • has previous qualifications which include English as a second language, or; • has previous qualifications which have not been studied through the medium of English. The approximate guideline minimum English level required for entry at level 4 is "B2" on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). This roughly equates to: • IELTS - an overall band score of 6.0, with none of the four skills below 5.5, or; • B2 First, formerly known as Cambridge English: First (FCE) **Please note that other English language certificates/qualifications are available, and may be considered, and the College looks at each applicant on an individual basis.**
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
| EU | £7000 | Year 1 |
| England | £7000 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7000 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7000 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7000 | Year 1 |
| International | £9500 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
The following course-related costs ARE included in the fees: Annual printing allowance; BTEC registration fee, Adobe Suite and a range of specialist equipment and materials.
The following course-related costs are not included in the fees:
- additional printing over and above the annual allowance
- the cost of books, equipment and materials that you might wish to purchase.
Sources of financial support: You may be eligible to apply for additional support: Bursary Guidance: https://stcg.ac.uk/students/fees-and-finance/undergraduate-courses/undergraduate-bursaries
Inclusion Funds: https://stcg.ac.uk/students/fees-and-finance/undergraduate-courses/higher-education-inclusion-fund
Financial Information: https://stcg.ac.uk/students/undergraduate-information/fees-and-finance
Accommodation and costs- https://stcg.ac.uk/students/undergraduate-information/undergraduate-accommodation
Provider information
Kingston College
Kingston Hall Road
Kingston upon Thames
KT2 5AQ