Introduction to Sewing Skills NQ Level 5
What is special about this course?
If you are interested in developing sewing and garment construction skills this course will provide you with relevant skills in cutting, sewing and constructing garments commonly used by the fashion industry.
You’ll develop the artistic ability, the skills and techniques required to construct a basic garments which you will make on the course.
Working in the Fashion and Textiles studios you will be given training on how to use domestic and industrial sewing machines and overlockers and garment construction. The course includes pattern cutting for beginners to support basic garment design and construction.
This award is mainly practical and creative in focus but requires precision, discipline, and self motivation to develop your skills and knowledge.
Entry requirements
Applicants should have a keen interest in fashion, design and textiles. Ideally, they should have some degree of aptitude for sewing and ESOL National 4 or equivalent (for anyone who doesn't have English as their first language).
You will work towards units at SCQF Level 5:
- Sewing skills
- Pattern construction
- Making clothes/garment construction
Equipment
Students can sign out a kit on loan or buy a kit. The cost of a basic kit is £100.
How will I study my course?
- Part Time
How long will my course last?
26 WeekWednesdays, 9.30-2pm
How will I be assessed?
Throughout the year.
Where can I study my course?
- Fort William
Please note, UHI West Highland will be changing its name to UHI North, West and Hebrides in August 2023, subject to Scottish Government approval. This will not impact on your choice of course or how and where you will study.
Start date
November
Fees
This course costs £200
Funding
Funding may be available for this course. Please contact admissions.whc@uhi.ac.uk for current information.
What can I do on completion of my course?
The purpose of this training is to provide learners with foundation skills and personal confidence to gain entry to NC Art and Design or other relevant NC courses and/or higher levels of education. It is expected that learners will develop generic and transferable skills over the duration of this course.
Is there more information available online?
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Apply for Introduction to Sewing Skills NQ Level 5
We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at UHI West Highland. Please note, UHI West Highland will be changing its name to UHI North, West and Hebrides in August 2023, subject to Scottish Government approval. This will not impact on your choice of course or how and where you will study. UHI West Highland operates a fair and open admissions system committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider all applications on merit and on the basis of ability to achieve, without discrimination on grounds of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion and/or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. We welcome applications from all prospective students and aim to provide appropriate and efficient services to students with disabilities.