Apply Now
Contour fashion is a well-established and specialized area in fashion design, focusing on garments that fit closely to the body, like corsetry, lingerie, swimwear, performance sportswear, nightwear, and athleisure. The Contour Fashion Innovation MA is perfect for contour graduates with advanced pattern-cutting skills who want to advance their practice or for fashion or textile graduates looking to specialize in contour design.
The course covers creativity, technology, and entrepreneurship, as well as the technical aspects of this complex field. You'll also study the historical, political, social, and cultural factors that influence design, encouraging curiosity, imagination, and innovative thinking.
Flexible Awards: Depending on your study path and final project, you can earn an MA or MSc. You can also leave the course with a Postgraduate Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate based on the credits you've completed.
Sustainability and Excellence: Our school is recognized for its sustainability (Green Gown Awards, 2021) and was named one of the best fashion schools in the world in 2022 (CEOWORLD, 2022).
Specialized Skills: You'll dive deep into contour design and complex technical skills, focusing on aesthetics, fit, and production.
Expert Teaching: Learn from pioneers in contour education, with over 70 years of teaching experience in this field. Our teaching staff are industry experts, and the methods taught are current and relevant to the industry.
Tailored Learning: Enjoy flexible learning that allows you to tailor modules to your personal interests and career goals.
Industry Connections: Benefit from guest lectures by leading industry professionals and visits to contour-specific commercial and trade fairs.
Global Community: Join a supportive learning environment with a diverse, multinational student community.
State-of-the-Art Facilities: Our award-winning Vijay Patel building provides the space and resources for all art and design students to develop their ideas.
Work Placement: Take advantage of an optional year-long work placement to gain practical experience and enhance your professional skills.
