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  • Level of study:
    Professional
  • Entry Requirements:
    More information
  • Start date:
    Future dates to be confirmed
  • Duration:
    Monday - Friday 10 am - 4 pm, five days
  • Attendance:
    Full-time
  • Course delivery:
    On-campus (City Campus)
a mood board with swatches of different fabrics and sketches of menswear

About this course

Course dates:

Future dates to be confirmed, email us to join our waitlist.

This unique course has been co-designed between NTU and fashion industry professionals.

It reflects the need for garment engineers and textile engineers to have up-to-date knowledge of contemporary themes in the industry, as well as the skills to handle samples, understand materials and processes, and evaluate production and management processes.

It is aimed at anyone considering a new career or career progression within fashion product technology.

This course offers an introduction to the product and technology garment sector.

As the course progresses, you will build on the key skills required for different roles and how they are put in to practice. You will complete live briefs and exercises which will be set by a variety of brands and retailers. The live exercises will be a mixture of both group and solo work.

Module information

Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll be studying throughout the course:

We regularly review our course content based on student and employer feedback to ensure they remain current and relevant. This may result in changes to module content or availability in future years. Optional modules will only run where there is sufficient demand. This will be determined on a case-by-case basis to protect the academic and student experience.

How you're taught

You will be taught through a variety of teaching and learning experiences which will include:

  • lectures and briefings
  • practical fashion and textiles workshops
  • a live project
  • teamwork
  • personal development planning.

Lead tutor profile:

Becky Bennett has spent over twenty years working in the textile industry, since completing a BSc (Hons) in Textile Science and Technology.

She has worked within both brands and factories to develop high performance textiles for the sports and outdoor markets.

Most notably Becky worked for the Pentland Group in their Innovation team with a key focus on developing materials for the Fastskin racing swimsuits.

Her specialism lies in the construction and testing of textiles for high end performance requirements.

Becky has a strong desire to continually collaborate and learn with others in both industry and academia in order to reduce the environmental impact textiles and fashion currently has.

Becky will be joined by other textile and industry specalists from the Nottingham School of Art and Design.

How you're assessed

Assessment is through a final written assignment in the form of an industry report. If you’re already in industry this report can be about your own company.

You will receive 5 NTU credits plus a certificate of attendance on successful completion of the course.

Contact hours

There are 25 contact hours in the classroom and technical workshops.

You should expect to complete a further 25 hours of independent study to undertake your industry assignment. A one-to-one tutorial will be arranged during this time so that you can keep in touch with your tutor who will help with the direction of your project.

Entry requirements

UK students

We welcome applications from prospective students with a range of qualifications and experience.

There are no formal entry requirements.

International students

We welcome applications from prospective students with a range of qualifications and experience.

There are no formal entry requirements.

Fees and funding

UK students

- see the fees for this course, as well as information about funding and support.

The fee for this course is £795.

If you would prefer to pay by company invoice you can email us to arrange.

International students

- see the fees for this course, as well as payment advice and scholarships.

The fee for this course is £795.

If you would prefer to pay by company invoice you can email us to arrange.

Careers and employability

Employability is a key focus of this course. You may go on to develop careers in:

  • Material Specialists
  • Technologists
  • Performance Textile Developers
  • Designers
  • Sustainability Coordinators
  • Product Developers.

We are members of the Creative Industries Federation (CIF), an organisation that represents, champions and supports the UK’s creative industries and membership grants students exclusive access to their selection of resources and events to help advance your career and connect with industry.

  • Employability Promise

    Personalised support, one-on-one coaching and industry-specific advice – it’s all part of our Employability Promise. And it doesn’t end when you leave NTU – you’ll have access to all our careers services for three years after you graduate (conditions apply).

  • NTU Enterprise

    If you’re a budding entrepreneur, NTU Student Enterprise can help you to develop your ideas and innovations and turn them into a reality. We also offer training, mentoring, workshops, financial advice and more to develop your business skills.

Campus and facilities

Our Fashion, Textiles and Knitwear Design students are based in the Bonington building, our dedicated art and design hub. Our lively and creative studios are home to an extensive range of equipment, enabling students to experiment with both traditional and digital practices.

Applying

UK students

Course dates:

Future dates to be confirmed, email us to join our waitlist.

Ask us if you'd prefer for an invoice to be sent to your company.

If you have any questions about how to apply, contact the short course team:

Email: creativeshortcourses@ntu.ac.uk

Tel: +44 (0)115 848 2813

Apply now

International students

Course dates:

Future dates to be confirmed, email us to join our waitlist.

Ask us if you'd prefer for an invoice to be sent to your company.

If you have any questions about how to apply, contact the short course team:

Email: creativeshortcourses@ntu.ac.uk

Tel: +44 (0)115 848 2813

Application support

If you have any questions, just drop us a line – we’re here to help every step of the way. You can fill in our online form or give us a call on +44 (0)115 848 2999.

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