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Springburn Campus

Content

This innovative course blends creative design, garment manufacture and retail insight, giving you a complete view of the modern fashion industry — from concept to catwalk.

In your first year, you’ll explore the full design process, building skills in sketching, digital design, industrial sewing, textiles and merchandising. You’ll bring your ideas to life by creating a full outfit for the annual Glasgow Kelvin College Fashion Show, showcasing your creative vision and technical skill.

In second year, you’ll refine your expertise through advanced pattern cutting, tailoring, store design and couture garment production. The tailoring unit includes the chance to study menswear design and manufacture — a rare specialism in the college sector that strengthens your versatility and industry appeal.

Content includes:

Contemporary fashion design; Tailoring and manufacturing; Bridal and Evening wear; Textile Technology & Production Processes; Fashion Merchandising & Forecasting; Retail & Store Design; Professional Practice.

Entry Requirements

2 Highers including English, Art and Design or Fashion and Textile Technology; or NQ Fashion: Design for Manufacture (Level 6); or other relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 6. Entry subject to interview. Portfolio of work.

Progression Routes

Relevant degree programme.