Course Overview

Bring your love of fashion to life on courses that combine creativity with application. Set in fully-equipped spaces, with views overlooking Stornoway Castle, develop highly relevant, sought-after skills such as textile technology, pattern construction, fashion design, merchandising, commercial design, garment production, fashion illustration, and millinery.

Gain in-depth industry experience in designing and working with Scotland’s famous Harris Tweed, with incredible opportunities to visit local mills, weavers, and artisans.

Special features

• Fully equipped workroom/studio with industrial machines and views overlooking Stornoway Castle

• Opportunities to visit local mills, weavers, and artisans producing and working with Harris Tweed

• Study in and be inspired by the beautiful natural environment of the Outer Hebrides

• Studying under the tutorship of lecturers with in-depth knowledge of the Harris Tweed industry and working within the fashion industry at a national and international level

General Eligibility

• 2 Highers at grade C or above

• 2 A levels at grade D or above

• Preferably in Art, English, Fashion and Textiles, or equivalent

• Alternatively, NC in Fashion Design and Production or equivalent at SCQF level 5 or 6

• Evidence of experience or qualifications in Art and Design or a related area

• Prospective students without the standard entry requirements are encouraged to apply and will be considered on an individual basis

• If English is not your first language, you must have evidence of your English language skills to IELTS level 5.5 or equivalent

• Candidates will be asked to attend an interview, where they will be expected to demonstrate their abilities via a portfolio of work

Part Time Work Details

20 hours work permit for international students

Language Requirement

• Overall score of 5.5 with no element below 5.0

  Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic3-Min 50

  TOEFL-Min 69 or above with min 17 in each section