| | Foundation Degree (FD) in Fashion and Surface Pattern: a new FD developed in partnership with Worcester College of Technology and the University of Worcester.
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| 1 |  Is this course for me?
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course content
The course is made up of 16 modules, spread across two academic years (September to May.) So you study 8 modules per year. Each year is divided up into two semesters, so you study 4 modules in each semester.
The programme is designed to develop the individuals skills through research, drawing, analysis and the use of colour and the manipulation of fabrics and form.
Learners are encouraged to develop these skills through the opportunity to learn and practice digital based technology in preparation for careers in the Fashion and Surface Pattern Industries.
You will be encouraged to develop your own personal style through active investigation and analysis of the subject areas.
assessment
The work you do on the Foundation Degree is varied and different to a traditional qualification. As well as writing reports, you will be producing design work and showcasing it online and through events that you will organise; investigating a real organisation; making presentations in a group; working within industrial placements and developing a portfolio to take with you to interview. |
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| 3 |  entry requirements
The normal entry requirement for the programme is 200 UCAS points. However, if you do not have this level of qualification - please apply. We welcome applications from students without formal qualifications. If you feel you would benefit from this programme, please contact us. We may also be able to credit your previous learning and/or achievement. |
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career opportunities
The Foundation Degree is a 2-year Higher Education qualification that develops your work-specific skills in a defined vocational area.
The Fashion & Surface Pattern FD is particularly aimed at developing learners skills in areas in which there is a shortage, as in pattern cutting. As well as supplying the high demand for graduates with strong abilities in the use of digital media and software systems used in the industry.
The primary aim of the FD is to make you more effective in this fast-growing industry as a whole. We will provide you with the practical, transferable, up-to-date skills that you can immediately use in your career. It allows you to use the knowledge and the skills you already possess to take you towards the qualification.
The Foundation Degree in Fashion and Surface Pattern is designed to reflect your needs. You can either move on directly into the Fashion and Surface pattern industry with a Higher Education qualification after your name. Develop your career in Fashion or Surface Pattern further if you work in the sector already. Alternatively you can stay on to do a full Honors degree in one extra year at the University of Worcester.
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| 5 | progression
The Foundation Degree in Fashion and Surface Pattern is a qualification in its own right but you may choose to continue with your Higher Education in the completion of a Top Up year at the University of Worcester, were you will join the BA ( Hons) Art and Design programme.
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| 6 | where is the course taught:
WCT Barbourne Campus
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