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Fashion & Textiles (Level 4 / 5 Higher National Certificate / Diploma)

Pearson BTEC
Art & Design

Course Overview

This is an exciting and intensive 2-year course offering the opportunity to experience a wide range of textile practices and design skills through exploration and experimentation. The 1st year of the course encourages you to explore a variety of textile and fashion processes, including printed and embroidered textiles, mixed media and Fashion Design. In 2nd year students move towards specialised work to refine ideas in design development within Textile and Fashion processes producing more resolved outcomes. The course provides a framework to support you to develop specialist in-depth knowledge and skills. This course will encourage practical and intellectual skills in a stimulating and supportive environment. and throughout the 2 years you will explore Textile Art and Design with elements of Fashion. On completion, you can progress onto a relevant degree programme at university or you can also seek employment in the creative industries. Students work on a range of contemporary project briefs, resulting in innovative outcomes. You will participate in public exhibitions at NWRC and beyond.
  • Start Date
    7 Sept 2027
  • Study Mode
    Full-Time
  • Duration
    1 Year (HNC) 2 Year (HND)
  • Campus
    Strand Road

Available Sessions

  • Course
    Campus
    Type
    Start Date
    Fees
  • Course: Pearson BTEC Level 4 / 5 Higher National Certificate / Diploma Fashion & Textiles
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Full Time
    Start Date: 07/09/2027
    Fees:
    £2,700 per annum (subject to change)

Course Offering

  • Site location Strand Road

Course Modules

  • Year 1 HNC - Module A - Process & Practice - A1 Concept & Development L4
  • Year 1 HNC - Module A - Process & Practice - A2 - Creative Project
  • Year 2 HND - Module B - Professional Creative Practice - B1 Personal Professional Development L5
  • Year 2 HND - Module B - Personal Creative Practice - B2 Professional Project L5
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

32 UCAS points at A-Level (must include Art or Art related subject) together with 4 GCSEs (Grade C or above) to include Art, Maths and English, OR Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, Level 3 Art and Design Foundation Diploma or equivalent Level 3 qualification. A portfolio of work demonstrating your suitability and aptitude for this course must be presented at interview. Minimum age for entry is normally 18

ROI Requirements

32 UCAS points to include Art at Higher Level and 4 OLC’s (Grade O5 or above) to include Art, Maths and English or equivalent; OR Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, Level 3 Art and Design Foundation Diploma or equivalent Level 3 qualification. A portfolio of work demonstrating your suitability and aptitude for this course must be presented at interview. Minimum age for entry is normally 18

Additional Requirements Prior to Entry

Interview Required

Work Placement

Students do not attend work placement

What's Next?

Further Study

On completion, you can progress onto a relevant degree programme at university with exemptions from Year 1 and Year 2 in some cases.(This is at the discretion of the university) Course included are: BA ( Hons) Fashion, BA (Hons) Fashion and Design, BA (Hons) printed Fashion Textiles, BA(Hons) Textiles Having developed a strong skill base, you can also seek employment in the creative industries.

Career Prospects

Textile designer, Print designer, Textile technician, Small business enterprise, Retail buyer, Visual merchandiser, Creative industries, Teaching.

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