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BSc (Hons) International Clothing Technology & Design

. . . ”The University has the largest business school in the UK, and an International reputation as a leader in Clothing Design & Technology”. . . (The Sunday Times, 12 th September 2010)

“Top Up Degree” Top up your existing qualification to an Honours Degree Part Time! Friday, September 25, 2020 Event Name and Venue 3

Programme Content Designing for the International Market 20 credit International Business & Practice 20 credit Research & Communication Skills 20 credit Advanced Technology for Garment Generation 40 credit Fashion Sourcing 20 credit 4

BSc (Hons) International Clothing Technology & Design Level 6 - Part time Study Year 1 – September 2011 -2012 Study Year 2 – September 2012 -2013 1. Fashion Sourcing 2. International Business Practice & Culture 3. Research & Communication Skills 1. Designing for the International Market 2. Advanced Technology for Garment Generation

Fashion Sourcing

Fashion Sourcing In this unit you will gain an understanding of the complex decisions & process required for successful sourcing & selection of fashion products from around the world. Areas studied include: ü International Sourcing strategies ü Critical path Management ü Range Planning ü Costing ü Quality Assesement ü Ethical Buying Friday, September 25, 2020 Event Name and Venue 7

International Business Practice & Culture

International Business Practice & Culture In this unit you will develop an understanding of the differences in business and cultural practices across the globe. Subjects studied include: ü International Fashion business supply chains ü Global quality assurance models ü International Commercial terms ü Business culture in a variety of countries Friday, September 25, 2020 Event Name and Venue 9

Research & Communication Skills

Research & Communication Skills ü This unit will introduce you to a variety of research models and will encourage you to build on your interpersonal & communication skills in preparation for working in the international market place. Friday, September 25, 2020 Event Name and Venue 12

Designing for the International Market

Designing for the International Market This unit will prepare you to design for a range of International Markets. Subjects studied include: ü Fashion Theory ü Fashion Forecasting ü Development of Design Skills ü Computer Aided Design such as Adobe Illustrator Friday, September 25, 2020 Event Name and Venue 14

Advanced Technology for Garment Generation

Advanced Technology for Garment Generation This unit will introduce you to new & advanced technologies for the purpose of garment generation, and you will get the opportunity to engage in a technology led research project. Subjects studied include: ü Advanced Materials/Textiles ü Advanced Joining Technologies ü Advanced CAD/CAM Technologies ü Anthropometrics Friday, September 25, 2020 Event Name and Venue 17

Assessment is by coursework, there are no exams!

Additional Learning Opportunities Ø Guest speakers from International Apparel Industry e. g. RFD Beauford – World Leaders in Technical Apparel Innovation, Speedo, George at Asda, Next, M&S etc Ø Visits to UK Textile and Apparel Manufacturers Ø ASBCI Student Conference Ø International Study trips e. g Paris & Premiere Vision, ISPO Munich, Istanbul, China, New York Friday, September 25, 2020 Event Name and Venue 19

International Career Opportunities Manchester Metropolitan University offers support for graduate employability, so even after you have graduated you will still receive help & support to help you get a job 20

Our graduates are employed in the following areas: Ø Product Development Ø Design Ø Buying & Merchandising Ø Garment Technology Ø Fabric Technology Ø Production Management 21

Student Support Ø Language Support Ø Support for disabilities such as dyslexia Ø Learning Support – Faculty based student support officer Ø Year tutor – dedicated individual tutorials Ø Students Union Ø International Office – www. mmu. ac. uk/international 22

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Application Apply using the direct application form at www. mmu. ac. uk 24

Want to know more? then contact me Anita Mitchell (Programme Leader) a. mitchell@mmu. ac. uk 25