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FULL-TIME PORTFOLIO PREPARATION

FASHION FOLIO

The objective of this highly intensive fashion programme is for students to produce a portfolio of work which can be used to apply for an undergraduate, postgraduate fashion programme, or for employment or personal development. You will be given advice about future studies and follow projects in order to create a portfolio that represents your own personal approach to fashion design.

This programme will push your understanding of fashion and challenge your preconceived ideas of how to design garments. Visual research, experimentation and idea development combined with unique presentation skills are at the focus of everything you do.

Course structure

Fashion Folio is a full time course where students have directed study and work independently. You will also have access to a dedicated work space, open on weekdays, for self-practice and portfolio creation. Each stage is taught on a progressive basis, providing the opportunity to study for up to one academic year. You are recommended to take all three stages, but other entry points are available providing your work, ability and experience is at the appropriate level for entry.

Entry level

Stage 1 focuses on core skills, competences and the understanding of contemporary fashion.

Stage 2 is the most intensive part of the course. This stage focuses on research skills and the design development process.

Stage 3 focuses on refining work produced in Stage 2, formatting work and presentation of portfolios for interviews. There is a greater level of self-directed study and students are expected to take greater responsibility for their own learning. This stage is open to students who have attended stage 1 and/or stage 2. We also welcome graduates or professionals who wish to enhance their exsiting skills or to refresh their portfolios (self-development route).

Subjects covered include:

Visual research Experimentation Idea development Fashion drawing/illustration Fashion print and knit Styling Communication Visual presentation

GRAPHICS FOLIO

Over two stages the Graphics Folio Course provides students with a solid foundation in graphic design or to develop established skills. It is expected that the majority of students will use the course to apply to a BA or MA course by building an original and effective graphic design portfolio.

This is not a computer software course but rather reflects the studio based and idea generation nature of graphic design.

Course structure

The course assists you in realising your goals through common creative exercises, lectures, workshops, demonstrations, visits and individual tuition. It will make full use of the cultural aspects of London and there may also be the opportunity to get involved in live briefs from the industry, offering you a further taste of the BA and MA courses at Central Saint Martins. Each stage is taught on a progressive basis; you are recommended to take both stages, but other entry points are available providing your work, ability and experience is at the appropriate level for entry.

Entry level

Stage 1 of the course focuses on creating new material for your portfolio, experimenting with new techniques, examining theories of communication and visual language in more detail.

Stage 2 during this term students will be working on a series of project briefs and preparing / curating portfolios for their chosen pathways (BA, MA or Professional development).

Subjects covered include:

Design theory Typography Illustration Life drawing Printmaking Digital design Live client briefs Research

PHOTOGRAPHY FOLIO

The Photography Professional Practice and Portfolio Course will enhance your knowledge of photography through the understanding of professional processes and skills, and the building of an original and personally tailored photography portfolio. It aims to encourage you to develop upon your own creative approach and style, whatever that may be.

The course will be beneficial to students looking to develop a portfolio for BA undergraduate applications, for those who want to return to education and use the course to a make an application for an MA and for professional practice.

Course structure

Photography Professional Practice and Portfolio Course is a full-time course that runs for two sessions each academic year.

One session (September – March) runs as a 20-week course split over two terms with a break for the Christmas holidays in between providing one day’s tuition per week, on Saturdays.

The other session runs from April to July for the same amount of time, running for 20 classes every Thursday evening and Saturday daytime, and then finishes with an intensive one week to conclude the course.

The first part of the course is taught progressively, with practical and technical skills being covered. These skills will then be applied to the projects that will form the bulk of your portfolio in the second part of the programme, so that you are then in a strong position to apply for the BA and MA courses.

During the second part of the course you will be asked to develop an idea for a self-initiated project that you would like to develop and undertake. Your individual research project will be the main focus of your studies for the second stage of the course. You will be supported throughout by workshops, lectures, tutorials and group feedback sessions.

Subjects covered include:

Alternative processes Analogue darkroom skills Digital workflow History of photography Medium and large format cameras Printing, scanning and colour management SLR Studio Skills

TEXTILES FOLIO

The Textiles Folio has been carefully designed to enable students to develop their textiles practice and create a rich and successful portfolio. Whether you are hoping to go onto further study or professional practice, the course will help you achieve your ambitions.

Underpinned by a philosophy of experimentation, visual research and conceptual thinking, the programme will allow you to explore and expand your textiles practice while building a portfolio of work. You will be encouraged to explore diverse areas related to textiles, fashion, costume making, or surface and jewellery design.

Course structure

The course is taught on a progressive basis, giving you the opportunity to build your knowledge and develop your skills for up to six months. You are recommended to take both stages as students applying directly to stage 2 are only accepted in certain circumstances.

Entry level

Stage 1 offers a broad overview of textile design and an opportunity to explore the fundamental elements and creative methods of textiles, while developing an individual approach to the subject. It includes an exciting mix of workshops and guest lectures delivered by CSM Textiles staff, alumni and professionals.

Stage 2 during this part students will be finalising/refining their portfolios for academic courses in Textiles and Fashion Knit or Print (open to students who have attended Stage 1 and/or for personal non-academic development or employment portfolio creation).

Subjects covered include:

Research and contextual studies Drawing and mark making Media techniques and digital design Colour, layout and presentation Hand knit, crochet and embroidery Off loom weave and machine knit Printmaking Collage and visualisation Personal projects Portfolio surgery

The full-time portfolio courses at Central Saint Martins are designed to help you build a portfolio for application to further study and/or professional practice.

During your course you will work closely with CSM staff while you build your skills and develop confidence, through workshops and exposure to industry experts and special guests.

If you successfully complete the course you may be offered an interview for further study at UAL. Between 2011 and 2019, 89% of full-time portfolio course students who applied to a course at UAL successfully gained a place.

Our portfolio courses attract students from all over the world and are designed to support the needs of all student pathways, including home, EU and international students.

Your course will take place in the College studios and workshops and you will have access to CSM’s specialist libraries and student facilities.

Short Courses are available throughout the year and can be used to develop your skills in order to build a portfolio of work for application for further study or to develop your hobbies and personal practice.

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FULL-TIME PORTFOLIO PREPARATION

How to applyTo apply for these courses please go to our website and click on the Apply button located at the top of the web page, you will be redirected to a course application form which you will need to complete.

We will only review completed applications, which must include:

A completed application formA short statement (no more the 350 words)15-20 high resolution images of your work

Students applying for an MA course must include:

A draft of their MA project proposal

All international students from outside the European Union will need a Short-term Study Visa (STS) in order to attend one of our portfolio courses. To find out more please visit UAL’s Immigration guidance for short course students webpage.

Entry requirementsCourses are open to students aged 18 years and older

Non-native English speakers should be at IELTS level 5.0 in English language, for more information please visit UAL’s English Language Requirements webpage

To support your application you should have the beginning of a portfolio and 15-20 examples of your work, for more information please visit UAL’s Portfolio Preparation webpage

Fees and fundingDetails of Home/EU fees and International fees can be found on our webpage

Additional costs In addition to tuition fees you are very likely to incur additional costs such as travel expenses and the cost of materials, for more details please visit the additional costs webpage.

Accommodation View the Accommodation webpage to see the options available and how much they will cost.

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Email portfolio@csm.arts.ac.uk

Telephone +44 (0)20 7514 6902

Central Saint Martins University of the Arts London Granary Building, 1 Granary Square London N1C 4AA, UKT: +44 (0)20 7514 6902 E: portfolio@csm.arts.ac.uk

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