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, 12th
September 2010)
“Top Up Degree”
Top up your existing
qualification to an Honours
Degree Part Time!
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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
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BSc (Hons) International Clothing
Technology & Design
Level 6 - Part time
Study Year 1 – September
2011-2012
1. Fashion Sourcing
2. International
Business Practice &
Culture
3. Research &
Communication
Skills
Study Year 2 – September
2012-2013
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:
 International Sourcing strategies
 Critical path Management
 Range Planning
 Costing
 Quality Assesement
 Ethical Buying
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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:
International Fashion business supply chains
Global quality assurance models
International Commercial terms
Business culture in a variety of countries
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Research &
Communication
Skills
Research & Communication Skills
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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.
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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:
 Fashion Theory
 Fashion Forecasting
 Development of Design Skills
 Computer Aided Design such as Adobe Illustrator
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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:
 Advanced Materials/Textiles
 Advanced Joining Technologies
 Advanced CAD/CAM Technologies
 Anthropometrics
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Assessment
Assessment is by coursework, there
are no exams!
Additional Learning
Opportunities
 Guest speakers from International Apparel Industry e.g. RFD
Beauford – World Leaders in Technical Apparel Innovation,
Speedo, George at Asda, Next, M&S etc
 Visits to UK Textile and Apparel Manufacturers
 ASBCI Student Conference
 International Study trips e.g Paris & Premiere Vision, ISPO
Munich, Istanbul, China, New York
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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
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Our graduates are employed in the
following areas:
Product Development
Design
Buying & Merchandising
Garment Technology
Fabric Technology
Production Management
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Student Support
 Language Support
 Support for disabilities such as dyslexia
 Learning Support – Faculty based student
support officer
 Year tutor – dedicated individual tutorials
 Students Union
 International Office –
www.mmu.ac.uk/international
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Support for practical learning
Technicians
Application
Apply using the direct application form at
www.mmu.ac.uk
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