Key Facts

  • Starting
    9 Sep 2024
    Location
    Kingston - Creative Industries Centre
    Duration
    1 Year
    Study Mode
    Full Time
    Start Date
    Sep 2024
    Level
    Level 5
    Code
    KIM5005HD

    Fees

    Fees
    £ 6,000
L5 BTEC HND Art and Design (Fashion and Textiles) (RQF) - Yr 1 of 1 (Pearson)

This course is for students who are excited by a career in fashion, costume and textiles. It is part of a staged approach to study and suits students who have achieved an HNC (Level 4) and wish to progress to an HND (Level 5) specialising in Fashion. It is delivered at Kingston College Campus, by highly skilled teachers and technicians with expertise across printed textiles, weave, knit, pattern cutting and garment construction, illustration, design and Computer Aided Design (CAD). Students collaborate with industry led partners and benefit from other career focused opportunities, delivered within our richly resourced Creative Industries Centre. You will join a vibrant and creative higher education community and enjoy unrivalled access to studios, workshops and commercial machinery.

  • Introductory Course Info HE


    Award: L5 BTEC HND Art and Design (Fashion and Textiles) (RQF) - Yr 1 of 1 (Pearson)

    Awarding body: Pearson

    UCAS Code: TBC

    Location of study: Kingston College Creative Industries Centre

    Course duration: 1 years (full-time)

    Academic year dates: September 2024 - July 2025

    Days of the week: You will be expected to attend for 3 - 4 days a week.

    Work Placement: There is no credited work placement built into this course.

    Timetables: Timetables are available during induction week. Please note that while we make every effort to ensure that timetables are as student-friendly as possible, scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week.

    Course Leader: Lucy Clark This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Tel: 020 826 82644

  • Entry Requirements


    Applicants must possess an HNC (Level 4) Art and Design, Fashion or Textiles qualification in order to be considered for this course.

    Suitable applicants will be invited to interview, where they will be required to further demonstrate their suitability for the course by bringing a portfolio of artwork for review. A copy of your HNC module transcripts will also be requested, and the original will be required for review during enrolment. References from an official email address (ie. NOT Outlook, Gmail, Yahoo, etc.) must be provided. This can be from your previous institution if you were a student in the last 4 years or from a line manager if you are currently working.

    Students without an HNC (Level 4), may be able to take the two-year course starting with the HNC.

    Mature students with relevant experience may also be considered.

    Maths and English GCSEs at grade C or above are also required

  • Course Content


    Level 5 units:

    32 Professional Practice (Core, 15 credits)

    33 Applied Practice Collaborative Project (Pearson-set) (Core, 15 credits)

    36 Advanced Fashion Studies (Core, 30 credits) or 37 Advanced Textile Studies (Core, 30 credits)

    Plus 3 Specialist Fashion related Units

    42 Styling (15 credits) and/or 64 Advanced Life drawing (15 credits)

    47 Branding & Identity (15 credits)

    48 Conceptual Practice (15 credits)

  • Progression Next Steps


    HND graduates may progress onto a one-year BA (Hons) Art and Design Top-up Degree via a range of Universities. Alternatively, graduates can choose to start their 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.

  • Course Structure


    Teaching:

    You are taught mainly through practical workshops with some theory sessions. In addition, you have timetabled meetings with your personal tutor. You will use industry-standard equipment and have access to studios, workshops and library facilities throughout your course.

    Independent learning:

    When not attending timetabled sessions you will be expected to continue learning independently through self-study. Typically, this will involve research, working on individual and group projects, preparing coursework assignments and presentations. Your independent learning is supported by a range of excellent facilities, including the library, the Undergraduate Centre, digital suites and specialist studios.

    Overall workload:

    Your overall workload consists of class contact hours, independent learning, and assessment activity, while your actual contact hours may depend on the optional modules selected.

  • Assessment Details


    Assessment:

    The course provides you with opportunities to test your understanding of the subject informally before you complete the formal assessments that count towards your final mark.

    Regular formative feedback is provided with a final grade awarded for each unit upon completion. All assessments are spread across the year to make the workload manageable.

  • International Students


    Suitable applicants requiring a Tier 4 Visa will be contacted by our International and Compliance Officer, who will guide you through the process.