Fashion Folio

About this course

The course develops a fashion portfolio through visual research, drawing, experimentation, idea development and presentation. Stage 1 establishes foundations in drawing and visual communication, while later stages focus on portfolio preparation and presentation, including layout, colour rendering, contextual research and written communication. Teaching combines directed tasks, independent study and weekly one-to-one tuition. Participants identify their own objectives, such as strengthening research, drawing or presentation skills, and produce work intended to support applications to fashion-related study or employment.

What you'll learn

• Develop fashion ideas through visual research and experimentation
• Apply drawing and illustration techniques to communicate design concepts
• Use sketchbooks and other visual methods to record research and design development
• Experiment with media, colour rendering and presentation layouts
• Present fashion work with supporting written and visual communication
• Use contextual and critical references in portfolio development

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for learners developing beyond fundamental fashion design skills, including those preparing applications to undergraduate or postgraduate study and those updating an existing portfolio. Applicants must provide a digital portfolio evidencing relevant experience and skills. Participation combines directed work, independent study and regular one-to-one tuition, with a high level of commitment expected.

• Suitable for applicants targeting fashion or related creative courses
• Can support portfolio development for learners with previous fashion study or work experience
• Requires applicants to evidence their skills and experience through submitted work
• Includes substantial independent study alongside taught sessions

Before you go

• Applicants must submit a digital portfolio showing evidence of their experience and skills.
• The course is taught in English, and participants need sufficient spoken and written English for taught sessions; knowledge of English technical and design terms is recommended.