The module will discuss how to tackle design exploration in fashion design by reviewing theoretical and practical solutions. It will be necessary to develop a sound knowledge of researching and sourcing ideas for fashion design development. This will by necessity require both an historical as well a contemporary perspective and understand how a textile designer operates.
This will result in a wide ranging exploration of sources of inspiration and the cultural or societal overtones at any given point in time. Students will be encouraged to visit galleries, museums and exhibitions in order to bring their personal views into classroom debate and discussion.
In responding to the discoveries from your design exploration students will gain a deeper understanding of the design application process in relation to graphic design, interactive media and illustration. This will provide students with a greater insight into professional practice and trend analysis that can result in opportunities in different and emerging markets.

The learning strategy for the module requires students to commit 300 learning hours, of this there will be 75 hours of class support and 225 hours of independent and self directed study.

Lectures/ lab work/ Presentations /Tutorial
Student managed learning/ directed learning

Apart from the lecture each week, various other methods as mentioned above will be used as learning strategies.
There will be laboratory and tutorial sessions, students will be required to discuss and present various topics of the module in the class. Students will be required to apply theoretical knowledge in practical contexts.
Students are expected to be able to structure their own work and to work relatively independently under the guidance of the module teaching staff.

Bruzzi, S. and Gibson P.C. (2013) Fashion Cultures Revisited: Theories, Explorations and Analysis
Naware, M. (2012) Vastra Avatar: A Personal Exploration of Fashion, Culture and Identity
Granger, M.M. and Sterling, T. (2011) Fashion Entrepreneurship: Retail Business Planning
Tain, L. (2010) Portfolio Presentation for Fashion Designers
Jennings, T. (2011) Creativity in Fashion Design: An Inspiration Workbook
Adobe Photoshop for Fashion Design Lazear, S. (2007)
Tallon, K. (2013) Creative Fashion Design with Illustrator
Smith, S.S. (2013) CAD for Fashion Design and Merchandising
Faerm, S. (2010) Fashion Design Course: Principles, Practice, and Techniques: A Practical Guide for Aspiring Fashion Designers
Abling, B. (2012) Fashion Sketchbook

You will need access to these resources:

The VLE (NETED)
The Internet
Hardware laboratory
Appropriate Software
Word Processing software for use in the coursework
Printed and electronic journals.
Computer system and other devices' manuals

Produce an 2000 word essay and supportive portfolio to demonstrate your exploration of Fashion design (50%)
AND
Write a 1000 word file of evidence and development plan (50%)

To pass this module student must obtain 40% marks. Re-assessment is capped at 40%