Course Details
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NC Intermediate 2 Fashion Design and Manufacture

SCQF Level 5

This broad-based introductory programme provides a dynamic starting point for a career in fashion. From the outset, you are encouraged to develop your own individual approach to garment design, while working within a team to master the basic principles of fashion design, fashion merchandising, pattern and garment production.

While we make every attempt to ensure the accuracy of course information this is subject to change as part of our continuous improvement process.

What You Study

  • Fashion Design
  • Garment Pattern Construction
  • Garment Production Techniques
  • Fashion Merchandising
  • Information Technology
  • Communication

Practical Projects

The major part of this programme is practical project-based and will involve students in designing, creating patterns and producing garments from their own ideas, blending innovative techniques with realistic manufacturing processes. Fashion Merchandising investigates fashion history and promotional techniques.

Duration and Attendance

One Year Full-time

Entry Requirements

One of the following:

  • 4 Standard Grades including English, Art and Design or Craft and Design at Grade 3 or above
  • SVQ Design or 3 relevant units
  • Industrial experience or other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis, in which case a design portfolio that shows creative ability will be required

Further Study

HND Fashion Design and Production with Retail

Career Opportunities

  • Trainee Designer
  • Trainee Pattern Cutter
  • Trainee Buyer
  • Dressmaker
  • Illustrator
  • Fashion Stylist
  • Self Employment

This course is currently offered on the date(s) and venue(s) listed below.

Method of Study Starts Ends Based at Apply
Full Time 05 Sep 2011 15 Jun 2012 Glenrothes (Stenton Campus) course full
Part Time Day 05 Sep 2011 15 Jun 2012 Glenrothes (Stenton Campus) course full
Full Time 03 Sep 2012 14 Jun 2013 Glenrothes (Stenton Campus) apply online

While we make every attempt to ensure the accuracy of course information, this is subject to change, as part of our continuous improvement process.

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