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Level 3 Art and Design Course in Birmingham – South & City College Birmingham Fusion Centre – Evening

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Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Contact South & City College Birmingham for more info.

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About this course

Level 3 Art and Design Practice Course in Birmingham. Evening classes run at South & City College Birmingham Fusion Centre, one evening a week over one year.

Fees vary depending on your circumstances. Contact the centre for full fee information. The course is built around fashion. You'll develop skills in designing, pattern cutting, and garment construction. You'll also build a professional portfolio of fashion work to industry standard.

You'll need a portfolio of existing work and a commitment to fashion and sewing. A Level 2 Diploma in Skills for the Fashion Industries is the preferred entry route. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Diploma in Art and Design Practice.

Who this course is for

Are you an adult (19+) who has a keen interest in fashion and want to develop the skills you currently have in designing and making clothes? If yes, this is the course for you. This professional one-year Level 3 course at our Fusion Campus will challenge you to develop a high-level portfolio of fashion work. This course will teach you industry standard skills and how to visualise them in context to job roles related to your future interests and aspirations. Taught by experienced industry professionals in pattern cutting, design, and garment construction, you'll also have opportunities to enhance your work and showcase your creations at our annual fashion show.

Entry requirements

To join this exciting course you will need:

  • A portfolio of past or current work you can bring to an interview.
  • Commitment and enthusiasm for fashion, sewing, pattern cutting & garment construction

You will also need to fulfil one of the criteria below:

  • Level 2 Diploma in Skills for the Fashion Industries qualification
  • Level 2 English and maths are desirable but these can be taken as part of the qualification

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in garment construction and pattern cutting.
  • You'll learn to design and make clothes to an industry standard.
  • You'll build a high-level portfolio of fashion work.
  • You'll learn how to visualise your designs in the context of real job roles.
  • You'll practise illustration and design techniques used in the fashion industry.
  • You'll explore how fashion design connects to roles such as designer, illustrator, and photographer.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in the classroom at the Fusion Centre on evenings. You'll learn through practical project work, studio sessions, and portfolio development. Assessment is through a portfolio of work built up over the year. Experienced tutors with industry backgrounds lead the sessions.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to bring a portfolio of your past or current work to your interview. South & City College Birmingham Fusion Centre will confirm any materials you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Fashion designer, creates clothing and accessories for brands or clients.
  • Graphic designer, produces visual content for print and digital media.
  • Illustrator, creates artwork for fashion, publishing, and advertising.
  • Photographer, specialises in fashion or product photography.
  • Pattern cutter, prepares garment patterns for manufacturers.
  • Costume designer, designs costumes for theatre, film, or television.
  • Visual merchandiser, creates displays and layouts for fashion retail.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 HNC in Art and Design, a higher-level qualification for those wanting to specialise further in fashion or design.
  • Foundation Degree in Fashion Design, a two-year university-level course leading to degree entry.
  • BA (Hons) in Fashion Design, a full degree for those aiming for senior creative roles in the fashion industry.
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