Course Summary

The Fashion Design degree course at Blackpool and the Fylde College is positioned at the interface of high fashion and creative costume. The degree is unique in that it has a dual focus from the earliest stages of the course and is taught alongside the Fashion Design (Contemporary Costume) degree in the skill building stages. It does however also facilitate students who have a specific desire to work exclusively in either the fashion or costume industries. In the second year of study students are asked to confirm their final degree pathway, either BA Hons Fashion Design, or BA Hons Fashion Design (Contemporary Costume) to specialise in their chosen field and gain the qualification that is the most suited to their future career. The course has a versatile curriculum which allows freedom to experiment across specialist areas. The fashion industry is made up of many different facets and students are encouraged to develop critical enquiry and pursue areas of interest and strength, in this way targeting potential employment opportunities. Both our current and past students have enjoyed the variety provided by different projects, which supports a learning environment that is both exciting and stimulating and allows for creative decision making and freedom of expression. Ultimately the advantage is that our graduates are perfectly positioned for a career in their specialist field. At Blackpool School of Arts, you will have access to a unique creative environment with contemporary studios, think spaces and a stunning public gallery. Our studios are equipped with the latest technology and are beautifully presented, providing students with a spacious and inspiring environment in which to work. Class sizes are normally small and again this is so beneficial to students, giving them opportunity for a tailored personal learning situation and plenty of help and support. There are always opportunities to work within the fashion department and because of this, in student surveys, our graduates score their experience with us very highly indeed.

Course Details - Modules

Modules are not listed for this Course.

Course Details – Assessment Method

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Course Details – Professional Bodies

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How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: WW23

Institution code: B41

Campus Name: University Centre

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

excluding Functional Skills and in an appropriate discipline

Pass the Access to Higher Education Diploma in an appropriate discipline.


Plus GCSE English Language and maths at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent). Applicants who are able to demonstrate relevant work/life skills or knowledge will also be considered on an individual basis. All applicants will be given the opportunity to attend a workshop or send in their work electronically.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 93%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 90%

Go onto work and study: 100%

Fees and funding

England 8750.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 8750.0 Year 1
Scotland 8750.0 Year 1
Wales 8750.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Please note: our course fees are accurate at time of publishing. However, government information may change at short notice and we reserve the right to update our fees accordingly.

Provider information

Ashfield Road
Bispham
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Blackpool
FY2 0HB

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