BA (Hons) in Fashion

Year 2

This is an intensive year, which provides an introduction to the core modules within the course such as, Design concepts; Technical pattern cutting and Construction, Presentation layouts and Illustration; Professional practice and Market Research. These are taught through workshops, demonstrations and projects which cover all aspects of women’s wear and men’s wear. Drawing and InDesign are part of the 2nd year process. Students partake in market research trips to Dublin and London and also participate in selected competitions and collaborative exhibitions.

Year 3

This year the focus is on projects that allow students to discover their own particular creative direction and areas of interest. The core modules  are  developed at a more  advanced  level  and  students  are  now  introduced in more detail to computer aided design systems  illustrator techniques and The Gerber pattern cutting system. Visits to London to undertake fabric/market research also take place in preparation for the design and manufacture of a ‘Two Piece Statement’. During the second half of this year work placement is a major feature of the programme requirement. This placement is a minimum of 12 weeks and students who opt for a European placement are considered for the Erasmus work placement programme.

Year 4

This  year  is  largely  self-initiated  study  which  is  research  based   and   culminates  into  a  final  fashion  statement. The show attracts an audience from fashion journalism, bloggers, industry and commerce.  We are currently the only college in Ireland to show at Graduate Fashion Week in London. Fourth years continue upskilling on the Gerber pattern making system.  Students also participate in national and international competitions.