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Industry experienceThe course has established links with innovativefashion houses such as Alexander McQueen,Viktor & Rolf and Carol Christian Poell; companiessuch as Nike or Adidas; branding companiessuch as Wolff Olins; media players such asshowstudio.com; and museums including theV&A in London and the MAK in Vienna.How this course is taughtThe course progresses from a taught modeto self-directed work. Throughout the course,personal tutorials ensure a balance betweenformal instruction and individual supervision.How this course is assessedThe assessment is divided between writtenassignments and practical projects. In the firststage, both design/media projects and writtentexts are assessed. In the second stage, youcomplete a research paper and stage aninterim exhibition. In conclusion, you submita personal project, a reflective critical paperand a publication.FacilitiesAs well as the University Library withdedicated subject librarians, there is apostgraduate baseroom on campus equippedwith Macs loaded with a wide range ofbusiness and design software. Specialistfashion facilities include:• Industry-standard Gerber Suite for fashionpattern cutting• Two expansive fashion workshops• Personal technical assistance.CareersCareer opportunities vary depending onthe specialism you choose during the course.Recent graduates work as: creative patterncutters, design assistants, creative consultants,independent designers, writers, theorists,lecturers, marketing executives, promoters,creative directors, production managers,buyers and merchandisers. You can alsoprogress on to a MPhil or PhD degree.Typical entry requirements• A good Honours degree (normally 2:1 or above)or equivalent qualification in your chosen subjector a related discipline including creative industries,humanities and social sciences qualifications,and/or;• Relevant work experience, demonstrating yourability to study at postgraduate level• For English language requirements, seeEssential Information on page 63.PortfolioYour portfolio should show the range and level ofyour creative and/or professional skills. To study theDesign & Atelier specialism you need to completea project proposal. Your proposal should be approxtwo A4 pages in length, ideally with illustrationsand detail a project that you would like to research,plan and develop during your time on the course.Contact our Enquiries ServiceT +44 (0) 1252 892883E enquiries@ucreative.ac.ukwww.ucreative.ac.uk 35