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Fashion and Footwear Courses

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Fashion and Footwear

We have an impressive range of fashion and footwear courses, ranging from evening and part time courses for a College certificate to foundation degrees. Fashion courses are available at levels 1, 2, 3, and 5 – including a technical award for students still at school. We are one of only a handful of institutions in the UK who offer a degree in footwear: if you want to study for your degree in fashion or footwear with us, routes include the level 2 Art and Design (Fashion) BTEC Diploma, or the level 3 Art and Design Foundation Diploma.

Who are the Leicester College fashion and footwear courses for?

Anyone with a passion for fashion! Our Progress 8 Technical Award in Fashion and Textiles is designed for pupils currently in year 10 or 11, while our part-time courses can be fitted around work or other commitments. We also offer a broad range of full-time courses at levels 2 and 3 which are suitable for school leavers as well as adults. For adult learners wishing to join a course, you may be offered an interview and your previous experience can be taken into account if you don’t meet the standard entry requirements. Learners aged 16-19 will follow a study programme which will include GCSE or functional skills English and maths if you don’t already have your grade 4 (C).

Further Information

Work experience will form part of your full-time course. These courses are generally assessed on the work you do on an ongoing basis rather than via traditional exams. You may need to buy some special equipment for some courses, and higher level courses often require a portfolio of work which you will show the tutors at interview.

Sharmin Begum

Sharmin Begum

BTEC Level 3 Art and Design Fashion

“I’ve always had an interest in fashion, when I first came to college I didn’t think fashion was an option, so I picked it in my second year. I went in for an interview and the staff were really friendly and welcoming, they went through all the modules and course structure and I realised this is what I want to do.

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Art and Design Skills (Fashion) BTEC Diploma level 2 – C1331

Course Code: C1331

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 06 Sep 2021
  • study hours Study Hours Full Time
  • duration Duration 1 year
  • map Campus St Margaret's Campus

Our established visual arts department offers this BTEC level 2 diploma course aimed at those who are interested in all aspects of Fashion Design and garment construction. It is a practical course and requires creative talent and a committed attitude. There is a strong emphasis on research, development, and evaluation.

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Introduction to Leather Crafts – C7466

Course Code: C7466

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 16 Sep 2021
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
    3 hours per week
  • duration Duration 10 weeks
  • map Campus St Margaret's Campus

This exciting 10-week programme will teach you the essentials of leather craft; from pattern creation to different types of leather and decorative techniques. Upon completion, you will be making a range of impressive leather products using specialist hand tools, patterns and techniques, which you can expand on at home or across more advanced courses.

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Footwear Foundation Degree – C0024

Course Code: C0024

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 27 Sep 2021
  • study hours Study Hours Full Time
  • duration Duration 1 year
  • map Campus St Margaret's Campus

The UK footwear market is continuing to grow and this course addresses the needs of today's footwear industry. It is equivalent to years one and two of a BA (Hons) degree and combines academic research with vocational practice in a range of footwear disciplines. You will learn about specific requirements in design, shoe making and range building.

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Pattern Cutting for Beginners level 1 – C1017

Course Code: C1017

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 25 Oct 2021
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
    3 hours per week
  • duration Duration 7 weeks
  • map Campus St Margaret's Campus

An ideal course with a start-from-scratch approach to developing patterns for garments. Expand your skills and grow your love for pattern cutting and textiles during this part-time hobby course.

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Pattern Cutting and Making for Dresses level 1 – C1160

Course Code: C1160

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 10 Jan 2022
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
    3.25 hours per week
  • duration Duration 7 weeks
  • map Campus St Margaret's Campus

Learn the basics of pattern cutting and how to produce your own garments with this unique seven-week, part-time hobby course. Using professional techniques and a wide range of industrial equipment, find your inspiration to head towards a new career path or other part time courses we offer at the college.

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Footwear Foundation Degree – C0024

Course Code: C0024

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 23 Sep 2022
  • study hours Study Hours Full Time
  • duration Duration 1 year
  • map Campus St Margaret's Campus

The UK footwear market is continuing to grow and this course addresses the needs of today's footwear industry. It is equivalent to years one and two of a BA (Hons) degree and combines academic research with vocational practice in a range of footwear disciplines. You will learn about specific requirements in design, shoe making and range building.

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Garment Making – C5422

Course Code: C5422

Key Information

  • start date Start Date Various
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
    2.5 hours per week
  • duration Duration 9 weeks

The course is at St Margaret’s Campus running every Wednesday 18:00 – 20:30 for 9 weeks. This is a hobby course and is designed as an introduction to the skills required to make new garments or alterations to garments. It is a short course and you work specifically on one project decided by you.

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Garment Making – C5422

Course Code: C5422

Key Information

  • start date Start Date Various
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
    2.5 hours per week
  • duration Duration 9 weeks

The course is at St Margaret’s Campus running every Wednesday 18:00 – 20:30 for 9 weeks. This is a hobby course and is designed as an introduction to the skills required to make new garments or alterations to garments. It is a short course and you work specifically on one project decided by you.

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Garment Making – C6481

Course Code: C6481

Key Information

  • start date Start Date Various
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
    2.5 hours per week
  • duration Duration 9 weeks
  • map Campus St Margaret's Campus

Learn how to create your own garments or make alterations to existing ones with this hobby course. You decide your goals with a tutor whilst working in small workshop groups. On completion you may enrol again or it might inspire you to look into enrolling onto one of our full time fashion and design programs

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