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Level 2 Fashion and Textiles Course in London

CostFree
Duration22 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Feb 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyABC awarding body

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About this course

Level 2 Fashion and Textiles Course in London. Classes run at Poplar Works, two days a week on Mondays and Tuesdays, 9:30 to 15:30. The course may be free for some learners, and fees may apply for others. A travel bursary is available to apply for, and most equipment is supplied. Over 22 weeks, you'll build practical garment construction skills and learn how the fashion industry works, covering areas such as industrial machining, tailoring, accessories, and design principles. Entry requirements include a minimum Entry Level 3 English qualification.

Who this course is for

Poplar Works is a thriving community fashion hub in East London's Fashion District. A partnership between the London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London (UAL), Poplar HARCA and The Trampery, it brings together studios for fashion and creative business start-ups, a creative community engagement programme and the Making for Change training and manufacturing initiative. The Making for Change initiative creates a space where fashion students, entrepreneurs, manufacturers and the local community can learn, share and create together; unlocking potential, nurturing talent and helping to write tomorrow's fashion success stories. The Level 2 course delivered at Poplar Works will help you develop the practical and technical skills required by the fashion industry for construction roles, such as Sample Machinists.

It will also develop your understanding of how fashion works and the employment opportunities within the sector, as well as your professional skills.

Entry requirements

Students will generally progress from the Level 1 Award.We consider applications for Level 2 study only, but this is dependent on availability and space in the course. Minimum of Entry Level 3 English qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll construct garments using industrial techniques, including jersey t-shirts and skirts.
  • You'll learn the principles of garment construction for craft items such as shirts and shorts.
  • You'll develop an introduction to tailoring skills.
  • You'll make accessories, including bags.
  • You'll study design principles in the fashion and textiles industry.
  • You'll gain an understanding of employment opportunities and professional skills in the fashion sector.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on, practical sessions in a workshop environment at Poplar Works. Classes are classroom and studio based, running part-time during the day. Assessment is through practical work and projects completed during the course. The centre will confirm the full details of how you'll be assessed when you enrol.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Poplar Works will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sample machinist: sewing and constructing garment samples for fashion brands.
  • Tailor or dressmaker: making and altering garments to order.
  • Clothing and fashion designer: creating designs for fashion or accessories.
  • Garment technologist: checking quality and fit in clothing production.
  • Costume maker: constructing costumes for theatre, film, or TV.
  • Alterations specialist: adjusting and repairing clothing for customers.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Fashion and Textiles: develops advanced design and construction skills for roles in fashion production or further study.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design (Fashion): a broader qualification that can support applications to higher education in fashion or textiles.
  • Higher education courses in Fashion Design or Textiles at university or arts college, building on your Level 2 foundation.
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