Learn how to produce an advanced fashion portfolio and access the facilities to create this.
Demonstrate a practical understanding of developing fashion concepts and articulate and apply trend forecasting skills.
Define and apply advanced technical terminologies specific to fashion design.
Master a range of hand-drawn and digital illustration techniques.
Utilise CAD software to aid in designing and developing a finished portfolio.
Work with industrial knitwear, digital print, and laser-cutting machinery.
Understand the role of fabric, colour and texture in fashion design.
Understand garment construction methods, including cut and sew, fully fashioned, and woven garments.
Enhance your portfolio presentation skills for professional opportunities.
Strengthen your ability to develop fashion concepts and trend forecasts.
Improve digital and hand-drawing skills for design presentation.
Work hands-on with professional textile and design machinery.
Deepen your understanding of fabric selection and colour theory.
Elevate your knowledge of garment fit and construction in technical flat drawing.
Industry professionals seeking to update and refine their portfolios.
Designers looking to refresh or update their portfolios.
Fashion industry professionals with experience in design, product development, or fashion technology.
Jeffrey Thorpe is a Principal Teaching Fellow at the School of Design in Fashion Design, specialising in portfolio design development. With extensive experience leading modules across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, Jeffrey integrates technical expertise with creative design, equipping students with skills essential for the evolving fashion industry. He also contributes to curriculum development, ensuring innovative and sustainable practices are central to teaching.
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