The Fashion Design BA (Hons) at the University of Chester is designed for creatively-minded individuals eager to explore innovative approaches to design and garment creation. You will delve into contemporary fashion industry issues, honing your professional garment construction skills and building confidence in design practice, process, and technique. This course is ideal for students who wish to develop a deeper understanding of fashion design application, learn to interpret designs for specific target markets, and value both handmade and digital processes in their design investigation. You will be encouraged to develop your own specialist practice and undertake research and experimental enquiry.
Studied full-time on campus over three years, you will experience a blend of specialist and interdisciplinary modules, from Design Process and Methods to developing your Final Major Project. An experiential learning module and a dedicated Workplace-Readiness module focusing on portfolio development will prepare you for the professional fashion context. You will have opportunities to work collaboratively, potentially learn a language, and study abroad. Graduates from this programme are well-prepared for careers designing for various fashion brands, undertaking internships, or establishing their own businesses, equipped with essential design and garment construction knowledge.