Fashion: Design and Production with Retail HND

What is special about this course?

This course is suited to those who have already completed the HNC Fashion and wish to pursue a career within fashion, design, production or retail.

Through several practical projects, you will build on your experiences from the HNC, and learn new techniques. Considering design as part of the process, you will learn how to apply these techniques to your own individual projects.

The course covers more advanced manufacturing processes, enabling you to develop and refine your skills. You will also learn more about the Harris Tweed industry, a high-end, iconic brand that will support and underpin your studies. Bringing a retail aspect to the course will also help you understand the importance of quality, uniqueness and cultural richness.

Special features

• Fully equipped workroom/studio with industrial machines and views overlooking Stornoway Castle
• Opportunities to visit local mills, weavers and artisans producing and working with Harris Tweed
• Study in and be inspired by the beautiful natural environment of the Outer Hebrides
• Study under the tutorship of lecturers with in-depth knowledge of the Harris Tweed industry and working within the fashion industry at a national and international level

Accommodation

We offer modern student accommodation at a number of our locations.

Entry requirements

For entry to year 1 (HNC Fashion: Design and Production with Retail):

• 2 Highers at grade C or above
• 2 A levels at grade D or above
• Preferably in Art, English, Fashion and Textiles, or equivalent
• Alternatively, NC in Fashion Design and Production or equivalent at SCQF level 5 or 6
• Evidence of experience or qualifications in Art and Design or a related area
• Prospective students without the standard entry requirements are encouraged to apply and will be considered on an individual basis
• If English is not your first language, you must have evidence of your English language skills to IELTS level 5.5 or equivalent
• Candidates will be asked to attend an interview, where you will be expected to demonstrate your abilities via a portfolio of work

For direct entry to year 2 (HND):

• HNC Fashion: Design and Production with Retail or equivalent qualification at SCQF level 7

Year 1 - HNC

• HNC Fashion: Design and Production with Retail

Year 2 - HND

You will study the following core modules:

• Complex pattern development and customisation
• Designing and producing fashion garments: advanced
• Store design
• Fashion: design and production with retail: Graded Unit 2

You may also study the following optional modules

• Design and manufacture a bridal or eveningwear garment
• Sewing and finishing for garment development: advanced techniques
• Preparing to start a business
• Production processes in the clothing industry: an introduction
• Corset production: an introduction
• Creative project for artists and designers

Fees

For students normally domiciled in Scotland, with a term-time address in Scotland, the following fees apply:

This includes

• EU nationals with settled or pre-settled status in the UK,
• EEA/Swiss nationals with settled status in the UK
• EEA/Swiss nationals with pre-settled status who are self-employed or migrant workers in the UK.

Rest of UK students

For students normally domiciled in the rest of the UK (England, Wales and N. Ireland, including Channel Islands and the Isle of Man) and with a term time address in Scotland, the following fees apply:

Fees are payable in advance each academic year unless otherwise agreed.

There are a number of funding options available to UK and EU students to help you pay for your studies and your cost of living while studying.

International students

For students who do not normally reside in the UK, including EU/EEA and Swiss nationals without settled or pre-settled status in the UK, with a term-time address in Scotland, the following fees apply:

This includes EEA/Swiss nationals with pre-settled status who are not self-employed or migrant workers in the UK.

Funding

UHI has a number of scholarships, bursaries, awards, and discretionary fund opportunities available to new and current students. Please use the A-Z of funds or use the filter to see which ones may be relevant to you. All students are welcome to apply.

Further information on funding your studies is also available, please see the attached link or contact the relevant UHI partner.

Additional costs

• Purchase of materials: grants may be available
• You will be required to cover any costs for field trips, museums or trade show visits.