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MA - Master of Arts
Huddersfield Campus
Full Time
JAN-26
1 Year
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MA - Master of Arts
Huddersfield Campus
Full Time
JAN-26
1 Year
MA - Master of Arts
Huddersfield Campus
Full Time
JAN-27
1 Year
MA - Master of Arts
Huddersfield Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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The Fashion Design MA is part of the School of Art and Humanities MA Art & Design Suite, an innovative approach to postgraduate taught education that brings together disciplines from across art and design to produce a collaborative programme of courses that foreground the shared practices, processes and values of art and design in the 21st century. Our course is designed to develop creative problem solving and innovative fashion design skills, incorporating sustainable approaches and considering new technologies. The course encourages research and discussion of new methods and experimental techniques in fashion design, to develop practical and analytical skills. The course aims to support the development of imaginative approaches to problem solving within the technical and design sector of the fashion industry. The aim of this course is to enable you to: Critically appraise the importance of social, technological and cultural dimensions of garment construction as applied to your personal practice and that of others. Evidence advanced knowledge and understanding of the complete fashion design cycle, from concept to garment including its emerging and future trends. Systematically plan, negotiate, and implement a coherent body of work underpinned by advanced practice and research in fashion design. Contribute to the principles and processes inherent in design to extend the life of clothing. Evidence awareness and relevance of your practice in relation to professional standards in pattern cutting and garment construction. Practical modules are run by staff who are practicing designers with expertise in fashion design. You will acquire strong 2D and 3D technical skills required to establish your career or advance your current practice. Students are encouraged to engage with other departments within the University, such as 3D printing, laser cutting, textile print, embroidery and weave. This course is suited to applicants who wish to develop a future career within the industry or who wish to advance their existing skills in this area.
Entry requirements for this course are normally:; An Honours degree (2:2 or above) in a relevant subject or an equivalent professional qualification. Alternative qualifications and/or significant experience may be accepted, subject to approval. International students with qualifications in 'creative' or 'practice' subjects should submit a digital portfolio (pdf) of work with their application. All suitably qualified applicants are normally invited in for an informal chat with a portfolio or considered for admittance under alternative arrangements.
Students living in
Domestic
£8,900 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£17,600 per year
Students from EU
Accommodation - 95 per week
£17,600 per year
Students from International
Accommodation - 95 per week