Overview
The practical aspects of the Introduction to Sustainable Design Approaches in Fashion course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) will focus on techniques to repurpose and up-cycle fabrics, such as patchwork, fabric manipulation, pattern cutting and embellishment.
About the course
- Throughout the course, there will be a highlight on the importance that Sustainability is a huge interconnected issue that encompasses a range of social, environmental and political issues.
- You will come away from this course with methods to reduce your own environmental impact, having produce an upcycled garment and samples, and along with notes on other techniques to use, youll have learned about the wider context of sustainability.
Programme Structure
Topics covered:- Up-cycling methods
- Re-thinking fabric sourcing
- Zero waste pattern cutting
- Wider critique about the fashion industry
- Suggestions for further techniques such as natural dyeing
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 1 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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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
Who should take this course?
- Someone interested in learning about methods to work more sustainably within your own fashion project
Entry requirements:
- You should have a basic understanding of pattern cutting and sewing skills
Please bring with you for the class:
- Drawing equipment
- Sketchbook/notebook
- Fabric Scissors
- Basic sewing kit
- Stitch un-picker
- If you have pattern cutting equipment, please also bring this
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents440 GBP / full≈ 440 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents440 GBP / full≈ 440 GBP / full
Living costs
London
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.