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FdA Fashion and Textiles

University of Suffolk, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Well-equipped studio spaces and professional expertise give students the opportunity to develop creative and practical abilities within the field. Regular visits are organized to museums, galleries, and fashion trade events. Research can be undertaken using the excellent community learning resource centre with subscriptions to trade publications, online facilities, and the networked learning environment. Live projects are set by specialists, and work placements must be undertaken. Graduates will have the skills to set up their own businesses, work freelance or gain employment through their work experience. Students can progress on to the BA (Hons) Arts Practice (Progression Year) at the University of Suffolk.

General Eligibility

All applicants are required to hold GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Introduction to Visual Communication (Requisite)

  • Introduction to Materials, Techniques and Processes (Requisite)

  • Historical and Contextual Referencing (Requisite)

  • Design Exploration and Textiles (Requisite)

  • Introduction to Design and Personal Development (Requisite)

  • Design Exploration and Fashion (Requisite)

2 Year 2
  • Experimental Printed Textiles (Requisite)

  • Professional Practice & Skills in Research and Problem Solving (Mandatory)

  • CAAD Manufacture and Design (Requisite)

  • Drawing Technique and Approaches (Requisite)

  • Lens Based Imaging (Optional)

  • Experimental Constructed Textiles (Optional)

  • Pattern Construction (Optional)

  • Garment Manufacture (Optional)

  • Experimental Embroidered Textiles (Optional)

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69
IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components) where English is not the students' first language.

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