Entry requirements
Applicants should already have completed the Introduction to Dressmaking course, or have sufficient skills in dressmaking and textiles.
Why take this course?
This course is designed to build on your existing dressmaking skills, and boost your confidence when it comes to expressing your own individual styles and approaches.
What you will experience
You will cover a range of techniques and approaches, and on completion of the course you will have increased confidence and capabilities when it comes to creating your own pieces.
An insight into dressmaking:
Key Facts
Everything you need to know before booking this course.
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Applications
North East Scotland College offers hundreds of courses each year, apply for one now.
Please note that this service will only accept credit or debit card payment for the full course fee.
If you are eligible for Remission of Fees then you must complete this booking form and supply the relevant fee waiver documents to one of our Campuses or Centres. Some courses are not eligible for fee waiver applications. For further information please contact our Student Advice Centre.
Aberdeen City Campus
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Starts 03 Feb 2025
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Duration 12 weeks
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Day Monday
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Time 6:30pm - 9:00pm
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Course Code YENRN-E243A
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Fees £221.00
Completed forms should be signed and returned to us at the following freepost address:
The Student Information & Admissions Manager
North East Scotland College
FREEPOST RTJJ-TXBA-AEZS
Aberdeen City Campus
Gallowgate
Aberdeen
Scotland
UK AB25 1BN
Part-time Booking Form
Waiver 1 Form
Employer Booking Form
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