Preparing to work in Fashion : Design & Sewing Skills
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The "Preparing to work in Fashion: Design & Sewing Skills" program aims to enhance sewing and pattern cutting skills, providing hands-on experience in garment construction. This non-regulated course focuses on employability and transferable skills, guiding participants in setting up their own small business. It runs full-time for 11 weeks, starting in September 2025.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The program, "Preparing to work in Fashion: Design & Sewing Skills," aims to enhance sewing skills, master pattern cutting, teach new techniques, and guide participants in setting up a small business using acquired knowledge and skills. The overview states that students will learn how to create a pattern and develop the skills to make their own garment. It's a non-regulated Community Learning course focusing on employability and transferable skills. It only mentions that students will learn pattern creation and garment construction. It only mentions the possibility of setting up a small business using the skills learned.
Other:
- Qualification Gained: Generic award - no awarding body.
- Study Level: No Qualification.
- Course Type: Adult.
- Duration: 11 Weeks.
- Start Date: September 2025.
- Study Mode: Full-time.
- Location: David Hockney Building.
- Tags: #Adult #Creative #Design #Fashion #Sewing #Skills #Textiles.
- The course has no entry requirements beyond interest in the subject and a commitment to positive behavior and attendance.
Bradford College is a major further and higher education institution in Bradford, West Yorkshire, England, with a history dating back to 1832, when it was established as the Bradford Mechanics Institute. It serves around 25,000 students, offering a broad range of full-time and part-time courses at different levels, from introductory programs to postgraduate degrees.
Academic Offerings:
- Further Education: The college provides T-Levels, vocational qualifications, and apprenticeships, equipping students with hands-on skills for employment.
- Higher Education: With one of the largest higher education provisions among further education colleges in England, Bradford College offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, as well as professional courses.
- Flexible Learning: Courses are available in various formats, including academic, professional, and vocational pathways, ensuring accessibility for school leavers, adult learners, and working professionals.
Facilities & Industry Connections:
- The college operates across six campuses, each designed to support career-focused learning with modern facilities tailored to industry standards.
- It collaborates with employers and industry partners to ensure that programs meet workforce demands, helping students gain practical skills and real-world experience.
- Students benefit from work placements, apprenticeships, and career development services, enhancing their employability in competitive job markets.
Community & Student Support:
- Bradford College is committed to inclusive education, supporting a diverse student body with personalized guidance, financial aid, and career counseling.
- It offers programs for adults returning to education, providing opportunities for career advancement or skill development.
With a strong reputation in further and higher education, Bradford College continues to empower students by offering career-driven courses, state-of-the-art facilities, and strong industry connections.
You will have a 1-1 meeting with a member of their team to ensure it is the right course for you.
