Overview
About the course
- A tailoring apprentice will take 7 years to perfect their craft, so perhaps you want to have a taste before you commit, or just understand more about this complex and secret industry?
- The Introduction to Tailoring course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) will combine some practical making exercises and will be taught by expert tutors from our degree programmes.
Programme Structure
This course covers:- Exploring the idea bespoke tailoring and what it means
- Examples of tailoring – traditional and contemporary
- Hand sewing techniques
- Measuring and fitting
- Tailoring vocabulary
- Tailoring fabrics
- Anatomy of a jacket – construction and deconstruction
- Technology in tailoring
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 4 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
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Delivered
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Fashion, Textiles and Luxury Goods Fashion Design View 103 other Short Courses in Fashion, Textiles and Luxury Goods in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
In order to fully participate in the practical exercises please bring the following materials/equipment to the first class:
- Tailor/fabric scissors
- Unpickers
- Camera
- Tailor's thimble (open ended) – to fit your middle finger on the hand you hold the needle with
- Tape measures
- Tailoring thimbles assorted sizes
- Wooden Ruler
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents600 GBP / full≈ 600 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents600 GBP / full≈ 600 GBP / full
Living costs
London
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.