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The standard minimum entry requirements for this course are:
One or a combination of the following accepted full level 3 qualifications.
Two A Level Passes at Grade C or above (preferred subjects include English, Maths, Art, Design, Textiles and Science);
Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art and Design;
Merit, Pass, Pass at BTEC Extended Diploma preferred subjects Art & Design;
Pass at UAL Extended Diploma; Access Diploma or 64 tariff points from the Access to HE Diploma;
64 new UCAS tariff points (equivalent to 160 old UCAS tariff points) from a combination of the above qualifications or an equivalent full Level 3 qualification;
or equivalent EU or non-EU qualifications such as International Baccalaureate Diploma;
and three GCSE passes at grade A*-C or grade 9-4.
Entry to this course will also be determined by assessment of your portfolio.
IELTS level 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in reading, writing, listening and speaking. Please check our main English Language Requirements .
APEL (Accreditation of Prior (Experiential) Learning)
Applicants who do not meet these course entry requirements may still be considered in exceptional cases. The course team will consider each application that demonstrates additional strengths and alternative evidence. This might, for example, be demonstrated by:
Related academic or work experience
The quality of the personal statement
A strong academic or other professional reference
OR a combination of these factors
Each application will be considered on its own merit but we cannot guarantee an offer in each case.
Introduction
BA (Hons) Cordwainers Fashion Bags and Accessories: Product Design and Innovation is delivered with employment in the industry in mind. This course focuses on producing graduates who can make an innovative and visionary contribution to accessory design and product development within the fashion industry.
What to expect
Students will study a range of units that will equip them with professional, communication and business skills.
Students will undertake live projects from industry where there will be presentations to and from the companies involved.
Students have the option of doing a placement year between the second and final year of the course. Successful completion of this year will give students an additional qualification and they will have the opportunity to make contacts and build relationships within the industry before the end of their studies.
Work experience and opportunities
Students will be given the opportunity to undertake an industry project as part of year two, through industry-set challenges and briefs. Previous companies have included Vivienne Westwood, Bill Amberg and Pittards. The opportunity to undertake an optional industry placement year between the second and final year of the course enhances the employability of students by offering valuable experience and contacts within the industry as well as earning an additional Diploma in Professional Studies qualification.
The Cordwainers and Leathersellers livery companies support the Cordwainers courses through prizes, scholarships and industrial visits.
Mode of study
BA (Hons) Cordwainers Fashion Bags and Accessories: Product Design and Innovation runs for 90 weeks in full time mode. It is divided into 3 stages over 3 academic years. Each stage lasts 30 weeks.
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All of our undergraduate courses offer career development, so that you become a creative thinker, making effective contributions to your relevant sector of the fashion industry.
LCF offers students the opportunity to develop Personal and Professional Development (PPD) skills while studying through:
Graduates who wish to continue their education at postgraduate level can progress to suitable courses within the College, the University or elsewhere.
Insurance – Single: 300 GBP per year
