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About BA (Hons) in Fashion: Design and Communication
Program Highlights
- Credits: 360
- Duration: 3 years
- Intake: January/ September
- Dual Certification
- Industry exposure through various Westford Initiatives
The BA (Hons) in Fashion: Design and Communication paired with a Higher National Diploma in Art and Design (Fashion) is a just the UK-quality higher education program that the new-age aspiring fashion designers need to pursue. It offers a blend of theoretical and practical approach towards skill development and creativity enhancement. It introduces students to emerging trends in the industry as well as to technological advances that have helped fashion designers make significant leaps in their careers. Over and above pursuing their education, students are also exposed to the industry through means of portfolio creation, industry-visits and participating in fashion shows.
At the end of the program, the students will have achieved hands-on experience and conducted academic research on a relevant topic of their interest. They will have acquired, both, deep theoretical understanding and practical skill set to approach a career in the fashion industry.
Part 1 - Higher National Diploma in Art and Design (Fashion)
Module List
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Module Name
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Credits
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Professional Development
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15
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Contextual Studies
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15
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Individual Project (Pearson)
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15
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Techniques and Process
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15
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Professional Practice
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15
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Fashion and Textile Practice
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15
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Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
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15
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Trend Forecasting
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15
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Accessories
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15
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Pattern Cutting and Garment Making
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15
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Material Selection and Specifications
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15
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Branding and Identity
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15
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Advanced Fashion Studies
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30
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Applied Practice Collaborative Projects
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30
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TOTAL
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240
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Upon successful completion of the 14 units, students will have earned up to 240 credits – equivalent to the first two years of an undergraduate course.
Part 2: BA (Hons) in Fashion, Design and Communication- Top-up
Module List Credits
| After completing the module, the student should be able to: 1. Demonstrate an ability to negotiate, research and plan an individual project/s. 2. Develop and produce original design concepts that demonstrate a critical application of skills and techniques. 3. Communicate ideas in relationship to target audience/s to a professional standard. 4. Demonstrate an ability to produce a body of two / three-dimensional work finished to a professional standard. 5. Effectively produce design concepts within a set timeframe. |
| After completing the module, the student should be able to: 1. Formulate and create a portfolio to a professional standard that demonstrates a well-developed range of work that evidences a variety of processes, media,materials and applications. 2. Apply a range of research methods to produce reflective written work that demonstrates evidence of investigation into a range of professional practices within the design professions. 3 .Demonstrate a critical understanding and application to internal and external project brief/s. |
| After completing the module, the student should be able to: 1. Propose and develop a self-directed brief within a structured and well-managed framework. 2. Develop original concepts via sustained independent enquiry. 3. Formulate imaginative and current solutions to design proposal/s via a variety of methods and trials. 4. Design and present projects that demonstrate a range of technical applications and solutions. 5. Present and justify a coherent body of individual forward focused work. |
| After completing the module, the student should be able to: 1. Locate, utilise and audit relevant reference material from varied and distinct sources. 2. Understand concepts, methodologies and debates that underpin and inform their area of research. 3. Propose, organise, present with clarity through the written word an assignment that demonstrates evidence of independent thought and judgement. 4. Analyse, interpret and critically evaluate the results of research. |
Total 120
Upon Completion of Part Two, Learners will receive up to 120 Credits.
- Westford University College proudly stands as the Collaborative Partner of Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU). For further details, we encourage you to explore the comprehensive information available on LJMU’s official website under the Collaborative Provision Register
- Please note, that only the BA (Hons) in Fashion: Design and Communication- Top up is awarded by the Liverpool John Moores University.
- The course fees are subject to variation based on batch schedules. It’s important to note that the fees for all programs are paid to Westford University College, which is your educational partner for studying with LJMU.
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About Liverpool John Moores University, UK
The Liverpool Mechanics Institute was founded by people of power and influence who recognized the transformative effects of education and the impact that learning and aspiration could have on individuals, communities, and society.
It was the first such institution to be founded in England. The establishment of the Liverpool Institute and School of Art and the Liverpool Nautical College followed this small, pioneering movement, and in 1900 Irene Mabel Marsh opened the IM Marsh campus. These organizations together laid the foundations for Liverpool John Moores University, an institution that has grown and flourished and continues to provide opportunities for all.
Today, with a vibrant community of over 23,000 students from over 100 countries worldwide, 2,400 staff and 250-degree courses, Liverpool John Moore’s University is one of the largest, most dynamic, and forward-thinking universities in the UK.
Why LJMU?
- All programs are focused on student employability with industry-informed practical learning and opportunities for work placements
- Degrees are founded on high-quality teaching, ground-breaking research and extensive links with employers and business leaders both in the UK and around the world
- The University is one of the highest climbers nationally in the Research Excellence Framework 2014, ranked 61st for world-leading and internationally excellent research.
- LJMU is the first university to receive two commended judgements from the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) during its Higher Education Review.
About Pearson, UK
Why Pearson?
- Pearson is developing World Class Qualifications that empower learners to develop important skills to make progress in their lives through learning
- Globally recognized academic and vocational qualifications.
- Pearson BTECS are recognized in more than 70 Countries.
- Pearson has over 45 Progression Partners and support more than 250 Online Degree Programmes.
Upon completion of the program, students will receive a Higher National Diploma in Art and Design from Pearson, UK, and a BA (Hons) in Fashion: Design and Communication from the Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU), UK.
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About Certified Team Leader Professional Programme
This professional program was created in collaboration with the Chartered Management Institute and assists professionals in acquiring a Certified Team Leader Professional Programme credential from the Chartered Management Institute, UK. The program’s goal is to help learners transition from working on their own to manage others and to prepare them to take responsibility for getting work done through others on the team and to effectively manage team members by sharing information, offering autonomy, being aware of people’s needs, and providing direction.
Entry Requirements
- Completed 12/ A Levels/ International Baccalaureate
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Westford Advantage
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Westford Mentorship Program
Westford Mentorship Programme is a reciprocal learning opportunity between our MBA alumni currently in leadership roles in the industry and our day scholars who are pursuing their bachelor’s degree. This programme will allow the mentees to be coached by the mentors, who will share their professional experience, knowledge, and skills with the mentees to help them to achieve their career ambition. It all equates in giving back to the society by having a positive influence in the lives of young people, especially those who are looking for meaningful professions. The Program bridges the gap between academia and the workforce by providing students with an opportunity to engage with experts in their field of interest, ask insightful questions, and enhance their career exploration. Alumni mentoring programs have proven incredibly successful across the globe, however, it will be the first of its kind in the UAE.
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We Connect
Westford’s We Connect initiative is dedicated to inviting some of the world’s finest and most successful leaders, innovators, and visionaries to describe their experiences with students, trying on our mission of actively surrounding them with leaders who serve as a reflection of their futures. These dynamic personalities take center stage and interact, with the students to share knowledge in their field of expertise.We Talk
Leaders and influencers all over the world have repeatedly emphasized the importance of one’s surroundings on one’s life and prospects. If a person wants to live a successful and satisfying life, the key is to change their surroundings to include individuals who will help them improve. We at Westford recognize the significance of impacting characters in the lives of our students. As a result, we make it a point to invite people who have positive, inspiring, and uplifting success stories regularly.Industry Visits
Industry visits play a key role at Westford University College. Students are taken for industry visits around UAE where they interact with the company people and have a first-hand experience of how a corporate entity works. The crucial purpose behind this program is to accustom students to the industrial practices and the workings of the corporate world. Students are exposed to practical situations and events in companies thereby honing their corporate skills and industry understanding.Day with the CEO
Day with a CEO is designed to uncover promising future leaders and allow them to walk in the shoes of a senior business leader. By spending a day with the CEO, students learn the level of responsibility and the complexities needed for today’s leading executives while also getting a feel for how these leaders create value in their organizations. It is also an opportunity for CEOs to connect with and better understand what drives the next generation. Speak to Our Admissions Officer to Know More
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