Fashion & Retail
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirement to study for a Level 2 Diploma is 4 GCSEs at grade Ds or above which may include Mathematics and/or English, according to the requirements of the curriculum area, a Foundation Diploma, OR Merit grade or above at Level 1 in Beauty or Salon Services. Learners with a Pass grade will be considered subject to an additional assessment and/or supportive reference from their Personal Tutor.
Entry Requirements
A minimum of four GCSEs at grade C or above including English and Mathematics (or equivalent) or Level 2 Diploma with Merit grade in Art and Design, plus a portfolio of art work.
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirement to study for a Level 3 qualification is 4 GCSEs at grade C or above including Mathematics and/or English or equivalent, according to the requirements of the curriculum area, a Higher Diploma OR Merit grade and above at Level 2 qualification in Fashion & Clothing. Learners with a Pass grade will be considered subject to an additional assessment and/or supportive reference from their Personal Tutor.
Course Overview
Do you dream of being a fashion designer?
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirement to study for a Level 3 Diploma is 4 GCSEs at grade C or above including Mathematics and/or English or equivalent, according to the requirements of the curriculum area, a Higher Diploma OR Merit grade and above at Level 2.
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirement to study for a Level 2 Diploma is 4 GCSEs at grade Ds or above which may include Mathematics and/or English, according to the requirements of the curriculum area, a Foundation Diploma, OR Merit grade or above at Level 1. Learners with a Pass grade will be considered subject to an additional assessment and/or supportive reference from their Personal Tutor. In some cases a more appropriate progression route at Level 2 may be available.
(Full-time or part-time study)
Entry Requirements
Level 3 Diploma in Fashion/Retail or A/S or A Levels in Business or Textiles. Mathematics and English (or functional Skills) at minimum grade C/Level 2 or above is essential.
Course Overview
Would you like to be part of the fast paced fashion industry?
(full-time or part-time study)
19+s only.
Entry Requirements
Level 3 Diploma in Fashion/Retail or A/S or A2 Levels in Business, Art or Textiles. Mathematics and English (or functional Skills) at grade C/Level 2 or above is essential.
Course Overview
Are you creative and have a love for everything fashion?
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirement to study for a Level 2 Diploma is 4 GCSEs at grade Ds or above which may include Mathematics and/or English, according to the requirements of the curriculum area, a Foundation Diploma, OR Merit grade or above at Level 1. Learners with a Pass grade will be considered subject to an additional assessment and/or supportive reference from their Personal Tutor. In some cases a more appropriate progression route at Level 2 may be available.
Entry Requirements
Learners will be required to have either a full level 1 qualification in fashion or retail or 4 GCSE's at Grade D or above. Prior experience of working in a retail outlet would also be considered for access to the course. Learners should be working towards a level 1 qualification in Mathematics and English.
Course Overview
Would you like a taste of working in the fashion industry? This course will give you an insight into the way fashion retailers work.
The UK has a world-wide reputation for fashion design – our INNOVATIVE courses at The Academy give learners the skills to work in this thriving industry. The Fashion industry is worth over £20 billion to the UK economy and employs 816,000 people across a range of different job roles.
Our courses offer learners the opportunity to work with some of the most talented young designers in the Midlands to gain experience of the world of fashion retail. From garment construction, styling, fashion and store management to retail business and visual merchandising, the Academy offers learners opportunities to be part of this fascinating industry. Working within a real fashion and retail environment - the learners really learn by doing – the experience they get at the Academy will stay with them forever.
Studying fashion in the Academy will prepare our learners for the many career opportunities within this sector, including gaining skills and experience in:
- Fashion Design
- Illustration
- Pattern Cutting
- Fashion Technology and Production
- Textile Design
- Visual Merchandising
As a fashion student you will have the opportunity to explore design, concept, fashion production, styling, fashion photography and illustration and experimental textile design. Learners will look at trend prediction, identify potential markets and manage runway events.
Our fashion courses offer structured pathways that support our learners to progress to university or into the workplace. Throughout their studies at the Academy learners will take part in live industry briefs and projects to gain practical industry experience.
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