Fashion Atelier – (B.A.)

Contents

Syllabus (11/12*)

Year 1

The first year of the course is experimental in encouraging investigation, analysis and research. The culture of enquiry and curiosity is introduced to underpin creativity throughout the course. Work at this level enables you to gain an appreciation of a broad range of basics, which form a firm foundation to build upon.

* A question of angles & curves - introduction to the concept of transferring a flat geometric shape into a 3-dimensional woven fabric garment.
* Form & silhouette - exploring manipulation of the silhouette and the 3D form of a garment.
* Fashion histories - introduction to the key histories and cultural theories of the development of the fashion industry.
* Sleeves & collars - designing and pattern cutting creative sleeves and collar shapes.
* The dress - discovering the methods employed to create the silhouette and functionality of the basic 'cocktail' dress.
* Fashion theories - understanding the role fashion plays in formatting different identities.

Year 2

This is the experimental and developmental year which encourages you to investigate further theories and methodologies taught during the year whilst adding new skills and attitudes throughout the year.

* The tailoring atelier - exploring tailored garments and the construction of the pattern and assembly of the garment.
* Modernism and postmodernism - investigating the theories in related diverse fields such as sociology, psychology, media/film studies and art and design history.
* The 'flou' atelier - flou atelier focuses on "soft sewing" The 'flou' is about fabric handle in the relationship to the garment construction. The cut, the drape, the hang, the finishing methods and the type of garment are tightly interdependent of all these vital techniques.
* Independent work placement
* Research methodologies - lectures continue the themes from the previous semester, but now the focus moves onto how these can be used to explore the representation of fashion.

Year 3

At this final stage of the course you consolidate your acquired knowledge and understanding. The final stage enables you to prepare for professional practice in your chosen career pathway and express your personal signature style.

* Professional practice - research into atelier processes.
* Dissertation
* Atelier practice - you concentrate on the experimentation of creating the first prototypes for you atelier signature collection.
* Atelier signature - creating an atelier collection for public display.
* Professional portfolio - prepare your final exit portfolio which you take with you as you launch your professional careers.

* Please note the syllabus content is for the academic year indicated and is provided as a guide. The content of the course may be subject to change.