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Overview
This Cool Hunting Fashion course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) introduces you to the contemporary landscape of fashion trend predictions. Cool hunting and fashion forecasting is increasingly important to many large companies, small designer/makers and crucial to the international fashion industry.
About the course
- If you are eager to learn about the emergence of trends, methodologies and factors influencing global fashion trends, this course is a must.
- You will examine the art and science of trend predictions, participate in trend scouting, examination of trend sources and be introduced to key places where trend prediction teams seek out new, emerging and underground influences: Art galleries, museums, retail, digital and print platforms, vintage clothing, social media, street markets etc.
- Through online and contextual research, street photography, critical analysis, reading and field trips, students will devise and complete a speculative visual Trend Report, identifying an emerging global fashion trend. You will learn about trend predictions for fashion and inside information about methodologies used in industry for trend spotting.
Programme Structure
Topics covered:- We will visit key areas of London where trend prediction teams seek out the 'new' and 'underground', such as trendy markets and vintage clothing retailers.
- We will explore the culture and influences that help to shape and reflect new trends: new designers and artists, cutting-edge magazines, contemporary exhibitions and street fashion.
- You will be shown how to use the CSM library and source material.
- You will be encouraged to develop your fashion research and communication skills by researching websites and blogs, taking photographs, keeping a journal and discussing your ideas and findings with your colleagues.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 5 days
- Part-time
- 5 days
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
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Delivered
On Campus, Online
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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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
Please bring with you to the first session:
- Drawing kit - pens, pencils, eraser and sharpener
- Colour felt tip markers, colour pencils etc
- Pritt stick or glue stick
- Camera (film or digital)
- Zone 1 & 2 Travel Card or Oyster Card
- For entry to the Museum or Gallery please allow between £5 and £10.
- Personal Laptop - (optional / not essential)
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents540 GBP / full≈ 540 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents540 GBP / full≈ 540 GBP / full
Additional Details
- fees vary depending on intake
Living costs
London
United Kingdom
1137 - 2157 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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