Overview
Sustainable fashion is a fast-growing trend and this is an exciting time for brands and retailers. However, if not carefully managed, sustainability can become just a trend without a real benefit in terms of reducing the environmental impact of the fashion industry.
Managing sustainability depends on information systems throughout the sourcing process, and cannot be verified by lab-based testing. The complex nature of the supply chain in the fashion industry makes traceability even more difficult. Therefore, it is very important to follow a due diligence process and authenticate any sustainability claims that go on your products.
How you will learn
On this Sustainable Sourcing for Fashion course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) we will meet for weekly live sessions in the online classroom, for presentations and discussion with your tutor. Then you will apply what you have learned by completing hands-on assignments, and receiving feedback from your tutor.
Programme Structure
Topics covered:- What is sustainability and responsible sourcing and why is it important in fashion?
- The impact of textile and fashion industry on the environment
- Sustainability initiatives and developments that are currently available for our use
- All we need to know about sustainability attributes
- Sustainable fibres and finishes/treatments
- Environmental sustainability
- Social sustainability
- Sustainable packaging
- Chemical compliance
- Animal friendly attributes
- Contribution to the community
- Naturally sustainable fibres
- Sustainable and responsibly sourced options for Cotton and other natural fibres, Polyester and other synthetic fibres, Viscose and other manmade fibres
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 28 days
Start dates & application deadlines
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Disciplines
Sustainable Development Fashion, Textiles and Luxury Goods View 50 other Short Courses in Sustainable Development in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
To fully participate in and to complete the course assignments, please make sure you have the following equipment;
- Notepad and pen
- Pencils, sketchbook or paper, eraser, ruler, etc.
- Software to prepare assignments - Powerpoint, Word, Photoshop, etc.
Tuition Fee
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International
420 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 420 GBP for the full programme during 28 days. -
National
420 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 420 GBP for the full programme during 28 days.