Course summary

This Level 5 Foundation Degree course provides a practical hands-on qualification in Fashion with strong links to industry. You can study this course over two years (full-time) or three years (part-time) and then top-up to a full BA (Hons) Art and Design (Fashion) degree. The Foundation Degree in Fashion is currently subject to revalidation. About the course Situated in the heart of Nottingham's Creative Quarter in the historic 'Lace Market'; this course has some fantastic links with industry including: Sweaty Betty, Godfrey Sports, Hre Aftr - fashion forecasting and Speedo to name just a few. The course focuses on the design process from forecasting and concept development to design, creative pattern cutting and garment manufacture; together with the visual communication of ideas and technical information to industry standard. You will undertake a wide range of live projects and competitions which will help you to develop and realise your creative potential and experience realistic work relevant to the fashion industry. You will attend exhibitions and seminars and may have the opportunity to research the international fashion market during a European study trip. Year One modules include: -design process and realization -fashion product and brand development (including realisation) -visual communication techniques for fashion -fashion in context Year Two modules include -fashion forecasting and design (including realisation and a written assignment discussing a current critical issue in fashion) -professional development -final major project (one of four options: either catwalk, product, forecasting or buying) Assessment Your work will be assessed on a continuous basis with set deadlines. There are no examinations. Bursaries We want our courses to be accessible to students from any background, so we’ve put together a cash support package in the form of non-repayable bursaries to provide financial help where it’s really needed. Details for 2025-26 will be advertised once approved by the university regulator – the Office for Students (OfS). Please check our website - www.nottinghamcollege.ac.uk - for more information. Your career and progression You can progress on to our one-year BA (Hons) Art and Design (Fashion) top-up degree, (also subject to revalidation). Alternatively, you may wish to progress to a top-up course at another provider, or the second or third year of a specialised Fashion-related degree course. Alternatively, you could start your career in the fashion and clothing industries or related areas. Many of our students have progressed into employment with some of the world’s biggest fashion brands or set up their own business.