You will need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, or achievement of a merit in a relevant Level 2 qualification, including GCSE grade 4 or above in either English Language or Maths.
You will be asked to present a portfolio of your work at interview. Your portfolio must demonstrate your interest and enthusiasm for the subject area.
This fast-paced Fashion and Textiles course develops practical skills in print, textile design, costume and garment construction through hands-on projects, specialist workshops and live briefs. Explore fashion market levels, from high street to luxury, identify target customers and understand their needs. Learn the 4 Ps of marketing: Product, Price, Place and Promotion, and how they influence design and brand success. Build a creative portfolio that showcases your skills, design identity and readiness for future study or a career in the industry.
This course is for ambitious creatives looking to explore fashion and textiles and build a portfolio for higher education or a future career. Ideal for those who enjoy experimentation, developing sewing and print skills, exploring fashion trends and understanding customers and markets. Through structured projects, professional guidance and constructive feedback, you’ll refine your design identity, grow in confidence and prepare for your next steps in the creative industries.
After completing the Level 3 diploma course, you can progress to the Year 2 Extended Diploma, further developing your creative, technical and professional skills. From there, you can progress to degree-level study at Northbrook or universities across the UK, specialising in fashion, textiles or related creative disciplines. Your portfolio and industry knowledge will support future opportunities in fashion design, textile and print design, garment production, styling, fashion marketing or further specialist training, helping you build a pathway towards a rewarding creative career.
You’ll learn through studio workshops, demonstrations, critiques and industry-focused projects reflecting professionalpractice. Assessment is continuous, focusing on coursework, portfolio development and practical outcomes. Expert tutors provide constructive feedback to develop your technical, creative and presentation skills. You’ll explore design, fashiontrends, target customers and the 4 Ps of marketing, building confidence and industry knowledge to support progression through the Diploma, Extended Diploma, higher education or a future creative career.
Sketchbooks, Scissors, Fabric shears, pins, needles, tape measure, portfolio, fabrics for projects and a range of drawing media
