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BTEC Diploma Level 2 in Fashion

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  • Hours: 10 hours per week, 36 weeks
  • Next start date(s): September
  • Course Location: Lewisham Way Campus
  • Who's it for: School Leavers 16-18, Adult Learners 19+

Is this course for me?

This course is for students who have some fashion experience or have completed a BTEC Introductory Diploma in Art & Design first.

What will I study?

This course is for people who have some fashion experience or have completed a BTEC Introductory Diploma in Art and Design. You will learn how to research and explore your ideas and use your designs as inspiration for your fashion and textiles work. You will work in well equipped fashion workshops and studios and develop your creative and practical skills. You will have the opportunity to show your work at the annual end of year Fashion Show. Visits to exhibitions, galleries and museums are a regular feature of the course and you are encouraged to produce portfolios which will help with your progression.

What can I do next?

This can lead to progression onto the next programme of study, a BTEC National Diploma in Fashion and Clothing. Lewisham College has an excellent reputation in courses at this level and our students have progressed to Higher Education, HNC/HND or degree.

During your course you could have additional costs that are not included in the fees. You may wish to buy textbooks, Winifred Aldrich Pattern cutting and a Pattern Master, and various pieces of cutting and sewing equipment to enhance your studies. If you are worried about costs, please do not be put off as there may be help available to you.

This can lead to employment in:

  • Pattern cutting
  • Garment technology
  • Design Teams and Styling
  • CAD Technician
  • Marketing
  • Sourcing

What are the entry requirements?

You will need to attend an interview and complete an aptitude test.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment is in various ways, including assignments, class work, group work, phase tests, oral presentations, projects and formal examinations. It will be through meeting the objectives of the set assignments and achieving the deadlines. You will also have regular meetings with your personal tutor to discuss your progress and to help plan your studies. Additional support, help and guidance is also available from the Guidance Team or from our Study Buddies.

What will it cost?

If you are under 19 and a home student, in most circumstances, you don't pay any fees. However, you will need to find this out when you apply.

Course fee: £1370 Exam fee: £110 Registration fee: £30

Please note: For courses longer than one year, the fees stated apply to the first year only. These costs are for the academic year 2011-2012 only.