The Fashion Design BA (Hons) with a Foundation Year at the University of Chester is your gateway to a dynamic career in the fashion industry. This course is crafted for creatively minded individuals eager to explore innovative approaches to design and garment construction, addressing contemporary fashion issues. You will develop your unique design vision, learning to interpret trends for specific markets and mastering both traditional and digital design processes. This programme is ideal if you are passionate about fashion and seek to build a strong foundation before specialising in your degree studies.
You will study this full-time, on-campus degree over four years, beginning with a foundation year to prepare you for higher-level study. Throughout your degree, you will engage in practical learning, honing your garment construction skills and understanding contemporary industry challenges. The syllabus includes modules such as Design Process and Methods, Design in Context, and Design in Practice, culminating in a Final Major Project and a Workplace-Readiness module focused on portfolio development. You will graduate with the confidence and practical skills to pursue roles in design, brand development, or even launch your own fashion business.