Contour Fashion Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

At the cutting edge of the sector for more than 75 years, Contour Fashion at DMU is a unique course with unparalleled connections, producing industry-ready graduates who are handpicked to work with some of the best fashion houses in the world.

On this course you can specialise in lingerie, athleisure, swimwear, loungewear, nightwear, corsetry, bridalwear, men’s underwear, sportswear or medical applications. Building your understanding in a step-by-step approach from the ground up, you will develop specialist technical skills in 2-3D creative development, digital drawing, pattern cutting, grading, fit methodologies and manufacturing.

Innovation and sustainability are embedded throughout the course, alongside live client projects and opportunities to receive industry feedback on your work. Experienced tutors bring their industry expertise into your teaching – while our state-of-the-art facilities for intimate apparel construction will push you to reach your full creative potential.

* Benefit from valuable showcasing opportunities – such as the [DMU Contour Catwalk](https://www.dmu.ac.uk/arts-design-humanities/foc/contour.aspx) – a launchpad providing you with the opportunity to network with global brands and industry experts.

* Our graduates are highly sought-after and acclaimed for their technical skills and design excellence. Many have gone on to work in senior positions for global fashion brands, such as Adidas, Lounge, Skims, Sweaty Betty, Tommy Hilfiger and many more.

* You will also benefit from the option to complete a placement during your studies – gaining valuable insights into the industry before graduation. Students on this course have worked with ASOS, Boux Avenue, H&M Sweden, Heidi Klein and Stretchline, as well as many others.

This course has a scholarship available for 2025 entry. [The Clothworkers’ Company Scholarship](https://www.dmu.ac.uk/alumni/giving/funds/clothworkers-company-scholarship.aspx) offers two £5,000 cash bursaries, to support undergraduate students with the increasing cost of living. To be eligible, students must have a household income of £50,000 or less.