- Location
- Cardonald Campus
- SCQF Level
- 5
- Start Date
- 25 Jan 2027
- Qualification Type
- NQ
- Course Type
- Short Full-Time
- Duration
- 18 Weeks (January to June)
If you have a passion for fashion and textiles but are unsure which pathway is right for you, this 18-week course is the perfect place to start. Designed to provide a strong foundation in the creative industries, this exciting and inspiring programme will help you develop a broad understanding of the fashion and textiles sector while building your practical and creative skills.
As the only access course of its kind in Scotland, you will learn in excellent industry-standard facilities and be supported by a team of experienced professionals. They will help you develop your creativity, build confidence in your practical abilities, and create a strong portfolio to support progression to further study or employment within the fashion industry.
What will I learn?
During the Access to HND Fashion and Textiles course you will develop a wide variety of skills including:
- During the course you will develop a wide variety of skills starting with drawing, research, and design development, whilst gaining an understanding of both pattern cutting, garment construction techniques and an introduction to sewing machines.
- You'll also learn textile skills including print, weave, and embroidery which will be introduced to you in our excellent facilities, which are equipped to industry standards.
- Throughout the course you'll build your communication skills and develop an understanding of the different career opportunities available through studying a creative course.
Hear from current student Scott who started his fashion studies on one of our January courses.
Entry requirements (minimum)
- There are no formal entry requirements
- You should provide a detailed personal statement in the application form which explains why you want to study fashion and textiles.
- You should include any previous experience you have in this field and demonstrate an interest in the subject matter.
Employer and industry links
The School of Fashion and Textiles engage extensively with industry to ensure that the skills taught on the course continue to be relevant and essential to a career within the creative industries.
UKFT
We are one of the only educational partners in Scotland within UKFT.
UKFT is the voice of UK fashion and textiles and is committed to creating the best environment for our industry. They represent the entire fashion and textile supply chain, promoting the fashion and textile industry in the UK and overseas.
They demonstrate the strategic and economic value of our vibrant industry to government and policymakers, ensuring the key issues are on the agenda. They champion our diverse and valuable industry through campaigns and key activities.
The key UK trade associations and organisations in fashion and textiles are Federated Members of UKFT, uniting the sector on common issues.
Find out more about UKFT here.
Trades House Glasgow
We work closely with the Trades House of Glasgow and the affiliated Incorporations through the annual Craftex Awards and educational partnerships with the Incorporation of Weavers, Incorporation of Cordiners, Incorporation of Tailors and the Incorporation of Dyers and Bonnetmakers. Students benefit annually through sponsorship and awards.
Jobs and further study
If you show an aptitude and display advanced skills on the course you will be encouraged to apply for progression to HND courses starting in August at Glasgow Clyde College, including:
- HND Fashion Design
- HND Fashion Technology
- HND Fashion Textiles
- HND Fashion Communications
Alternatively, if you need more time to develop your skills, you will be encouraged to progress to the Foundation in Fashion and Textiles course.
I've applied — what happens next?
When you apply
You will receive an automated email confirming that we have received your application
and will be in contact as per the following stages:
- Made a direct offer (unconditional or conditional), subject to a suitable application and personal statement containing details about why you are suitable for the course.
- You will be required to view the course presentation in the link below in advance of accepting an offer to ensure that the course content is suitable for you.
Access to HND Fashion and Textiles Fashion Communication2024 - YouTube - Once you have accepted your offer, you will be sent further information about the course.
- Advised that your application is unsuccessful – you have not met the entry requirements for this course and are advised to contact the College Student Advice Centres to discuss alternative options which may be available to you.
- We aim not to reject an application and if you don’t meet the entry requirements you may be referred to a different course or level.
Following your application, the outcome will be one of the following:
- Unconditional offer of a place – you have met all the entry requirements and your place is guaranteed. You will be required to accept this offer to secure your place.
- Conditional offer of a place – your place is secured pending you meeting the entry requirements. This may mean achieving school or college qualifications which you may not be able to provide to us yet. You will be required to accept this offer to secure your conditional place. Once your conditions are met this will change to an unconditional offer of a place which you must accept before you can enrol on the course.
- Waiting list – you have met all entry requirements, and have been interviewed however, the course is now full so you have been placed on a waiting list. If any spaces become available you may be contacted, usually around the course start date. We would advise that you also consider other application options.
Once an offer is received, you must reply within 14 working days or risk losing your place, as the system will automatically decline your offer after 14 days.
Once you have accepted your offer, you will be sent out further information about the courses as well as instructions about student funding. This will normally be sent out in December / January.
