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Overview
The Sewing and Tailoring Workshop course at Nottingham Trent University reflects current industry practices and in-depth garment manufacture that is taught to NTU’s undergraduate students; from mastering industrial sewing machines and utilising fusing beds, to perfecting your techniques with steam presses, you'll learn the tools of the trade used by professionals.
Whether you are already working in the industry, hoping to pursue academic study or are a competent home dressmaker seeking to take your skillset to a more professional level, this course will allow you to transfer tailoring construction methods to your own designs of women's or men’s garments.
Careers and employability
This course will not only equip you with the advanced techniques and industry insights needed to thrive in the fashion industry, but it will also provide you with a diverse skill set applicable across various sectors.
Additionally, for home sewists, this course serves as a springboard to elevate your sewing prowess, empowering you to tackle complex projects with confidence and precision, and unleash your creativity to new heights.
Programme Structure
During this course, you will:- learn how to use industrial sewing machines, fusing beds and steam presses
- cut out professional production patterns (working with industry-standard sizes, either a women's size 12 or a men's size 38 pattern, which you can take away with you)
- practice lay planning, fabric marking, and cutting techniques on various fabric types
- understand the order of manufacture,
- practice making Jett pockets, vents, shoulder pads and roll, facings and linings
- use specialist pressing techniques that elevate the standard of finishing
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 5 days
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Nottingham, 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
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Level: Intermediate
- Entry requirement: No experience of industrial sewing machines is required, although you must have basic sewing skills and be familiar with cutting fabric.
- You must be confident using a sewing machine to construct garments from shop-bought patterns.
- You must be over the age of 18 in order to attend this course.
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-residents625 GBP / full≈ 625 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents625 GBP / full≈ 625 GBP / full
Living costs
Nottingham
United Kingdom
583 - 978 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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