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Visual Arts

Textiles and Fashion Maker T Level

Academic Year: 24/25
College 16+
Crewe Campus

How to apply

The Course

This course includes an industry placement of a minimum of nine weeks, working with an employer.

Core content:

Students will develop an understanding of a broad range of issues relevant to the sector, including:

The creative economy
The individual in the creative industries
Cultural context and vocabulary
Audience and consumer needs
Legal and regulatory requirements
Professional standards and conduct in the workplace
Equality, diversity and inclusion requirements
Research skills
Project methodology and administration
Continued professional development

Entry requirements

Typically you will need 5 GCSEs at grade 4/C (or above), including grade 4/C (or above) for maths and English.

Next steps

T Levels offer many opportunities for progression, including:

Employment – You can use the skills, knowledge and experience you have gained to start working in careers such as jewellery designer-maker, furniture maker, furniture designer, furniture restorer, dressmaker, tailor, wardrobe assistant, fashion design assistant and many more.
Apprenticeship – There are many opportunities offered through apprenticeships that allow you to carry on learning (20%) whilst spending most of your time (80%) furthering your skills in the workplace
Higher Education – If you choose to study further, your T Level is worth UCAS points and will allow you entry onto certain courses. Please check the UCAS website as course entry requirements vary

The overall aim of this T Level is to see you progress into a career in the craft and design sector.

Fee information

Adults can enrol for FREE

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you’re aged 19+ you’ll more than likely be eligible to enrol onto an adult course for FREE.
Take a look and get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.