BA (Hons) in Fashion

Course Code: A8116

Level

Duration

3 Years (After 1 year in common entry course)

Department

Art & Design, Design

CAO Points

Course Type

Undergrad Add Ons

Location

Clare Street

This course is one of the most nationally and internationally acclaimed courses in the Limerick School of Art and Design and is the only programme in Ireland who currently shows at Graduate Fashion Week in London.

Listed in the ‘Top 50 Fashion Schools and Programs Across the Globe’ (Robin Wilding 2012) which states confidently “Any aspiring high-tech designers with an affinity for the Irish culture will love this school”.

What are the entry requirements?

Entry into Fashion is by competition and selection during LC110 First Year Art & Design (Common Entry).

Applications will also be considered for Advanced Entry from those with a FETAC Level 6 qualification (or equivalent) and/or relevant prior learning.

International Applicants

Non-EU applicants should apply directly to the International Office at LIT allowing plenty of time for completing the visa process. Applications for September start should be made by July 1st at the latest.
Contact: International@LIT.ie

Who can I contact?

Siobhan Hanley
Siobhan.Hanley@tus.ie

While studying Fashion Design in LSAD, Aoife McNamara got the opportunity to work in the fashion industry in New York!

What modules will I study?

Years Breakdown
Title: Year 2

Credits:
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This is an intensive year, which provides an introduction to the core elements within the course such as, research and design, pattern cutting and construction, presentation layouts and profesional practice. These are taught through workshops, demonstrations and one to one tutorials. Students partake in research trips to and Europe and also participate in selected competitions and exhibitions.

The modules taught are:
- Main Study - Design; Pattern cutting and construction; Presentation; Sewing
- Professional Practice - European trip; Collaborative project/ competition
- Critical and Contextual Studies
Title: Year 3

Credits:
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This year the focus is on projects that allow learners to discover their own particular creative direction and areas of interest. The core elements are developed at a more advanced level and students are now introduced to computer aided design systems such as Gerber, illustrator techniques and production packs (tech packs). Visits to Europe to undertake fabric sourcing and 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 program 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.
- Main Study - Design; Pattern cutting and construction; Digital Technology
- Professional Practice - European trip; Work placement
- Critical and Contextual Studies
Title: Year 4

Credits:
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This year is largely self initiated study which is researched based and culminates in a final collection. The work is exhibited in film format and through a variety of online platforms including Instagram and the LSAD graduate website. The work is also shown at the annual degree exhibitions which take place in the college, and in the past we have also showcased at Graduate Fashion Week in London. Fourth years continue to build on their Ai skills, production pack development and are also introduced to the Gerber pattern making system, and participate in national and international competitions.
- Main Study - Design; Pattern cutting and construction; Digital Technology
- Professional Practice - European trip; Final collection
- Critical and Contextual Studies