Tailoring and Advanced Fashion Production Summary Where can this subject lead? Key information What will I learn? How will I learn? How will I be assessed? Summary This course will consolidate the skills gained in the earlier tailoring course and you will also produce a bespoke tailored jacket. It will cover a range of tailoring techniques and by the end of the 12-week course, you will have gained a range of transferable specialist skills that will allow you to design and create quality garments that fit perfectly. You will also produce your own bespoke tailored jacket. To get the most out of the course, you will need intermediate sewing skills and there is an expectation that you will be able to do some of the work in your own time. Next course dates Start date Location Duration 13 Jan 2025 University Centre 10 Weeks Apply now 14 Apr 2025 University Centre 8 Weeks Apply now 23 Sep 2025 University Centre 10 Weeks Apply now 13 Jan 2026 University Centre 10 Weeks Apply now 14 Apr 2026 University Centre 8 Weeks Apply now Where can this subject lead? Career progressionThis short Tailoring Production course is the second of two that will guide you through the process of designing and making your own tailored jacket. The course will take you through to the final bespoke product and allow you to refine your skills and techniques working in fine quality cloth. There is the option to progress to degree-level study, subject to specific entry criteria. Key information Entry RequirementsNo prior qualifications are necessary for this course, however to get the most out of it you should have intermediate level sewing skills. Qualification obtainedTailoring and Advanced Fashion Production Fees and fundingThis is a commercial course and the fees, which are stated above, need to be paid at the time of booking. Extra costs and equipmentA basic sewing/pattern making kit will be required and there will be some additional material costs associated with the course. Pattern paper and calico for toiles can be purchased through the College. Regulation and AccreditationAccrediting Institution: N/AAwarding Body: NONE Terms and conditionsRead our full terms and conditions for more information. What will I learn? What will I learn?Weekly topics:Week 1/2 - Fabric Choices, Layout Cutting and Marking Week 3 - InterfacingsWeek 4/5 - Perfecting the Welt Pocket - Final StageWeek 6/7 - Collar and Rever - Final StageWeek 8/9 - Shoulder Pad Techniques and Sleeve Insertion - Final GarmentWeek 10/11/12 - Inserting the Tailored Lining and Hems Industry placement, field trips and guest speakersThere are no industry placements and no field trips on this course. However, our experienced team of fashion experts will be happy to advise you about local and national opportunities relating to employers, industry events, exhibitions and fabric sourcing. How will I learn? Each of the sessions will begin with a tutor demonstration of specialist techniques and you will then progress through a series of practical tasks. An indicative schedule for the short course is as below. Expert tutorsAll staff involved in the delivery of adult education courses within the College are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver.The approval process ensures that staff delivering a given programme are appropriately qualified and where appropriate, possess relevant technical and industrial experience and professional practice. How will I be assessed? How will I be assessed?This course is part of the community learning programme and as such is not subject to any formal assessment.