Course guide for 16-18s 2010-2011

FASHION
& TEXTILES
Hundreds of guests, including celebrity chef James Martin
and VIPs from the main political parties gathered at the
college's Shoreditch campus where they saw a spectacluar
Fashion Show from our students. The show was chosen to
close the National VQ event and showcased student work
from the year. 90% of students progress onto reputable
fashion universities, where they study fashion journalism,
woman’s wear, and marketing amongst others.
BTEC First Diploma in Fashion and Textiles
(level 2)
On this course, you will develop your creative and technical
fashion skills, together with an analytical and historical
framework to support your work. You’ll study the formal
elements of art and design (form, line, tone, texture and
colour) through a range of two and three dimensional media
including: drawing, fashion, textiles and the history of Art and
Design. The course includes practical projects, written work
and off-site museum research. You’ll be expected to devote
some of your spare time to further develop your skills and
expertise.
Entry requirements: You will be expected to present a
sample of your work and have 4 GCSEs at grade A–E including
English and maths. Where appropriate, you may undertake a
College assessment.
Possible next steps: BTEC National Diploma in Fashion and
Clothing (level 3).
BTEC National Diploma in Fashion and Clothing
(level 3)
This course covers a broad range of subjects that relate to
fashion. You will study 18 units that include: visual
communication, fashion illustration, garment construction,
marketing, computers in design and the history of fashion/
arts. You can participate in industry-led projects such as the
Alternative Fashion Week at Spitalfields. You will also have the
opportunity to visit Europe and the USA.
Entry requirements: You will normally need to have at least
one of the following: a standard of maths and English
supported by a general education equivalent to at least four
GCSEs at grade A–C, level 2 qualifications or related work
experience.
Possible next steps: BA Hons Degree or employment.
“
I’ve always wanted to study
fashion and I chose this
college as the facilities are
great – so I knew I’d be able to
produce creative work here.
”
Bialle Gbo
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Tuition is free for 16-18 year olds. All courses are subject to change – call 020 7613 9123.