Fashion & Textiles (Level 4 Higher National Certificate/ Level 5 Higher National Diploma)

UK Requirements

32 UCAS points at A-Level (must include Art or Art related subject) together with 4 GCSEs (Grade C or above) to include Art, Maths and English (Level 2 Essential Skills in Numeracy and Literacy will also be accepted); OR Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, Level 3 Art and Design Foundation Diploma or equivalent Level 3 qualification A portfolio of work demonstrating your suitability and aptitude for this course must be presented at interview. Minimum age for entry is normally 18, which may be waived in exceptional cases.

ROI Requirements

32 UCAS points to include Art at Higher Level and 4 OLC’s (Grade O5 or above) to include Art, Maths and English (Level 2 Essential Skills in Numeracy and Literacy will also be accepted); OR Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, Level 3 Art and Design Foundation Diploma or equivalent Level 3 qualification    A portfolio of work demonstrating your suitability and aptitude for this course must be presented at interview.     Minimum age for entry is normally 18, which may be waived in exceptional cases.

Further Study

On completion, you can progress onto a relevant degree programme at university with exemptions from Year 1 and Year 2 in some cases. (This is at the discretion of the university) Having developed a strong skill base, you can also seek employment in the creative industries.

Career Prospects

Textile designer, Print designer, Textile technician, Small business enterprise, Retail buyer, Visual merchandiser, Creative industries, Teaching.