Level 3 Diploma in Fashion and Textiles

Overview

Level 3 Diploma in Fashion and Textiles is to allow learners to explore, develop and test their creativity within a qualification structure which is stimulating and demanding.

This is a practical qualification suitable for all learners with an interest in fashion and textiles.

The OTHM Level 3 Diploma in Fashion and Textiles is focused on fashion and textile techniques and processes, ideas generation in fashion and textiles, design and innovation, fashion and textiles realisations, personal and professional development in the apparel industry and a final major project.

The aims of the course are to enable learners to develop:

textile construction techniques
the ability to make basic fashion/textile items
knowledge of textile properties and characteristics
knowledge of a range of factors that influence fashion/textile choice
knowledge of fashion/textile trends
the ability to select and use relevant tools and equipment safely
decision-making and reviewing and evaluation skills

The OTHM Level 3 Diploma in Fashion and Textiles qualification allows learners to acquire a range of key skills required to work in the fashion and textile industry or follow fashion-related undergraduate studies.

Units

Unit ref. No.	Mandatory units	Credit	GLH
K/618/8137	Introduction to Fashion and Textiles Techniques and Processes	14	70
M/618/8138	Ideas Generation in Fashion and Textiles	16	80
T/618/8139	Design and Innovation	20	100
K/618/8140	Fashion And Textiles Realisations	20	100
M/618/8141	Personal And Professional Development in the Apparel Industry	20	100
T/618/8142	Final Major Project	30	180