Fashion Pattern Cutting BA (Hons)

Focus on innovative cutting, fabric sourcing and digital technologies in the development of clothing, whilst gaining skills in design research, 3D realisation, pattern drafting, manufacture and more.<br/><br/><strong>What can you expect?</strong><br/>BA (Hons) Fashion Pattern Cutting focuses on innovative cutting, fabric sourcing and digital technologies in the development of structured and unstructured clothing. Students learn design research and interpretation, 3D realisation, fit alteration, pattern drafting and adaptation, construction and manufacture. There will also be a focus on trend investigation and market analysis. <br/><br/><br/>• Innovative design practices: Develop expertise and learn key pattern cutting skills such as fabric sourcing, digital pattern making, 3D realisation and construction to bring garments from concept to creation.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Career-focused skills development: Learn both traditional craft skills and cutting-edge digital technologies, that will equip you with industry-applicable abilities in a multitude of contexts from bespoke tailoring to high street manufacture.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Industry collaborations: Participate in exciting collaborative projects with industry, gaining unique professional insights and opportunities.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Year in industry: Choose to take an optional placement year between your second and third year, allowing you to apply the skills learned on our course in a professional environment.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Hands-on learning in cutting-edge facilities: Access world-class studios, workshops, and digital design tools, enabling you to experiment with a wide range of materials and techniques to create innovative collections.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>About London College of Fashion</strong><br/>Studying at London College of Fashion, UAL, will immerse you in the global fashion industry. <br/><br/>Everything we do is focussed on this powerhouse industry and we offer courses that cover all areas of fashion, including design, media, communication and business. We are a global leader in fashion education and our home in London allows you to tap into the industry opportunities on offer across the capital. You’ll learn from experts in their field with a wealth of professional experience and we’ll prepare you for life after graduation as well, with employability support, live industry briefs, guest speakers and more. <br/><br/>Through teaching, research and collaboration, we’ll prepare you for shaping the fashion industry of the future.