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Fashion Design Diploma

Diploma in Fashion Design QLS Level 5. Additional CPD Accredited Fashion Design Diploma with 110 CPD points available with no extra study. The course comes with easy to understand e-learning study materials.

Fashion Design Diploma Level 5. Endorsed Fashion Design Certificate of Achievement. Pick up the skills, industry insights and confidence needed to break into the contemporary fashion industry, with this exclusive Level 5 Fashion Design Diploma!

Learn how to bridge the gap between ambitious amateur and established professional, studying the most important elements and principles of Fashion Design, the essentials of dress design, a breakdown of the design process, Fashion sketching, an introduction to key sewing skills and how to run a successful Fashion Design business. Whether looking to join an established Fashion house or start your own Fashion Design business from scratch, you’ll be a step closer to making it happen with our Level 5 Fashion Design Diploma!

Quality Licence Scheme

This course is endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The Quality Licence Scheme, endorses high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes.

Fashion Design Diploma

Interested in joining one of the world’s most dynamic, enjoyable and prosperous creative industries? For millions of ambitious amateurs worldwide, the dream is to transform their passion for Fashion Design Diploma into a rewarding career for life. Unfortunately, the vast majority take no decisive action to make it happen. On a global basis, demand for talented Fashion designers is at an all-time high. Hence, there’s really never been a better time to take the first important step towards the creative career of your dreams!

Fashion Design - Course Benefits

When studying for an intermediate Fashion Design Diploma with Brentwood Open Learning College, every learner benefits from:

1. The opportunity to study in your own time and at your own pace for a endorsed certificate from a recognised awarding body.
2. No deadlines, time limitations or geographical restrictions whatsoever – study from anywhere in the world at a pace that suits you.
3. Complete access to all the materials and resources you will need to complete the course – no additional costs and unbeatable value for money.
4. The complete commitment of the Brentwood Open Learning College support team, along with your own personally-assigned tutor.
5. Transform your passion into a career and explore the inspiring world of the professional fashion designer.

Fashion Design - Learning Objectives

This accessible, enjoyable Diploma in Fashion Design has been designed to help ambitious candidates traverse the gap between passionate hobbyist and professional fashion designer. Each module has been designed to introduce the most important core aspects of the Fashion Design industry, along with the skills and talents every working designer must master. Perfect for those looking to join the industry for the first time, our exclusive Fashion Design - Course is also ideal for existing members of the workforce looking to take their careers to a higher level.

Over the Diploma in Fashion Design course of eleven informative modules, learners are introduced to the contemporary Fashion Design industry and its recent evolution. The concept of the fashion cycle is explored in-depth, along with the basics of fashion forecasting, the most important elements and principles of design, material selection, working with colour, the basics of dress design and an introduction to essential sewing skills.

Upon successful completion of this Diploma in Fashion Design, candidates take away the most essential industry-specific skills, talents and knowledge including:

• A detailed understanding of the contemporary fashion industry
• How to work with the most important elements and principles of design
• Advanced understanding of colours in fashion design
• Important fashion forecasting skills
• Improved sewing skills for practical application
• The confidence to pursue a career in fashion design

Fashion Design Diploma - Course Outline

This intensive yet digestible Fashion Design - Course is delivered across eleven modules – each concluding with an online assessment to verify your acquired knowledge and competencies. Your assigned tutor will provide you with comprehensive support at all times, in order to assist with your successful completion of each unit.

Module 1 - Introduction to Fashion Design

This module covers the following key topics:

• Key Terms of Fashion Design
• Chic
• Collection
• Fashion shows
• Classification of Fashion
• Key Areas in Fashion Forecasting
• Key Areas in Fashion Forecasting
• Fashion Cycles
• Consumer Identification with Fashion Cycles
• Plus more

Module 2 - Elements of Design

This module covers the following key topics:

• Introduction to Design
• Elements of Design
• Application of Line in Garments
• Types of Design
• Plus more

Module 3 - Principles of Design

This module covers the following key topics:

• Balance
• Emphasis
• Harmony / Unity
• Proportion or Scale
• Rhythm (Repetition)
• Plus more

Module 4 - Dress Designing Essentials

This module covers the following key topics:

• Choice of Material
• Choice of Colour
• Choosing the Design or Structure
• Decoration
• Unusual Figures
• Plus more

Module 5 - Colour & Dress Designing

This module covers the following key topics:

• The Prang Colour System
• Dimensions of Colour
• Intensity
• Colour Harmonies
• Application of Colour on Fashion Figure
• Basic Principles of Colour in Design
• Application of Colour on Dress Designing
• Plus more

Module 6 - The Design Process

This module covers the following key topics:

• How Designers Work
• Basic Requirements of a Designer
• Theme Based - Designing Fashion Illustrations
• Plus more

Module 7 - Fashion Sketching

This module covers the following key topics:

• Materials for Sketching
• Portions of the Human Figure
• Fashion Sketches - Head and Face
• Plus more

Module 8 - Working with Patterns

This module covers the following key topics:

• Types of Paper Patterns
• Understanding Grain
• Darts
• Manual Grading
• Plus more

Module 9 - Sewing Basics (i)

This module covers the following key topics:

• Importance of Body Measurements
• Boys And Men’s Measurements
• Standardizing Body Measurements
• Head Theory
• Preparation Of Fabric For Cutting
• Steps in Preparing the Fabric for Cutting
• Plus more

Module 10 - Sewing Basics (ii)

This module covers the following key topics:

• Stitches, Seams and Seam Finishes
• Hand Sewing Techniques
• Seams
• Plus more

Module 11 - Running the Fashion Design Business

This module covers the following key topics:

• Financing for the Manufacturer
• Purchasing of Piece Goods
• Trimmings
• Piece Goods Inspection
• Production Scheduling
• Planning and Direction
• Fashion Advertising
• Degree of Fashion Leadership
• Study of Customer Requirements
• The Designer and Quality Control
• Plus more

Fashion Design Diploma

Our endorsed Fashion Design Diploma designed by a team of respected academics and industry leaders – was designed to inspire and motivate a new generation of fashion designers worldwide. Anyone interested in transforming their passion into a rewarding career for life could find this endorsed course invaluable. When it comes to stepping out of amateur hour and into professional fashion design for the first time, targeted studies can make all the difference.

Brentwood Open Learning College was established to provide ambitious candidates worldwide with every opportunity to pursue the careers of their dreams. Our courses are open to learners on a global basis, with absolutely no deadlines or time restrictions to worry about. Regardless of your current schedule, our popular Diploma in Fashion Design can be studied in your own time and at your own pace. Access all course materials and learning resources via our innovative 24/7 digital learning platform, with the ongoing support of your personally-assigned tutor from start to finish.

Regardless of how ambitious your long-term career dreams may be, Brentwood Open Learning College is here to help make them happen!

• Anyone interested in turning a hobby into a career
• Candidates interested in a career in fashion design
• Individuals looking to set up their own fashion business
• Existing fashion workers seeking promotion
• Fashion workers looking to improve their skills and competencies
• Senior fashion workers wishing to improve performance and efficiency

Fashion Design Diploma

No particular entry requirement.

Option 1

Fashion Design Diploma QLS Level 5 endorsed by Quality Licence Scheme

Certificate Fee: £120 + postal charges

Option 2

Fashion Design Diploma issued by BOLC

PDF Certificate - FREE

Hard copy - £25 + postal charges

Option 3

CPD Accredited Certificate

(PDF format)=£30

(Hard copy)=£95 + postal charges

*Postage Charges: National £9, International £15

Fashion Design Diploma

Upon successful completion of our Fashion Design Diploma, candidates may choose to pursue an extensive range of careers including:

• Graphic-Designer
• Fashion Designer
• Head of Design
• Head of Marketing
• HR Manager
• HR Advisor
• Jewellery Designer
• Junior Buyer
• Junior Designer
• Production Assistant
• Product Developer
• QA Manager
• Sales Manager
• Store Manager

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