Nottingham Trent University

Founded in 1843, the School of Art & Design at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is one of the most established, renowned and respected institutions in the UK.  There is a multicultural community of more than 29,000 students at the University and the School of Art & Design has a global reputation for creativity and design excellence.   

NTU was awarded Gold in teaching and learning, the highest possible rating, in the HK’s Teaching Excellence Framework in 2017.  It was named The Guardian's University of the Year in 2019, and ranked 11th in the UK for Art and Design (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020) and 16th in the UK for Fashion and Textiles (The Guardian University Guide 2021). 

Programme Overview
Programme Introduction

This Fashion Design programme is based on project and studio work, with exceptional links to the fashion industry. You will be required to conduct research and negotiate design briefs, which involve producing a collection or product range around a theme of their choices, and work on a unique project which is shared between students in HK and the UK, known as Fashionmap.

Module

Assessment

Design and portfolio work, verbal presentation and project.

Entry Requirements

• A Higher Diploma in Fashion Design or a related discipline.

• Evidence of design skills in portfolio.

• Evidence of good pattern cutting and manufacturing skills.

• Applicants are required to submit a personal statement in 300 - 400 words which outlines their reason for undertaking the Programme and will be invited to attend an interview to determine their abilities to undertake the Programme.

English Proficiency Requirements

• An overall band score of 6.5 in IELTS, with no subtest score of less than 5.5; or
• A score of at least 550 in TOEFL (213 for computer-based test).

(Graduates of VTC Higher Diploma are exempted from the requirements.)

Additional Information

The programme is guided by the University’s Equal Opportunities Policy and welcomes applications from mature students who can demonstrate potential through their life and experiences.