Fashion & Design

We offer creative, hands-on and industry-focused training programmes designed to develop skilled and confident professionals for the fashion and design industry.

Crafting style, designing professional excellence

Shaped by employer insight and current industry practice, our programmes combine technical expertise with creative development and commercial awareness.

As the fashion and design industry continues to evolve, our training supports the development of adaptable talent equipped to contribute to innovation, sustainability and long-term business success.

Empowering your workforce

Product development

Training in the end-to-end design process, from initial concept to garment construction and manufacturing.

Technical craft

Specialist skills in pattern cutting, textiles, and high-end finishings to maintain product quality.

Retail & branding

Understanding the commercial side of fashion, including visual merchandising and luxury brand management.

Sustainable fashion

Navigating the shift toward circular economies with training in ethical sourcing and sustainable design.

Did you know…

The Fashion & Textiles industry supports 1.3 million jobs, which equates to 1 in every 25 jobs!

(Source: UKFT – About the UK Fashion & Textiles industry)

Employer Testimonial: Mulberry

Apprentices play a vital role in our business. Their development is supported through a combination of bespoke in-house training and expert teaching from the College Group, ensuring they gain the exact skills needed to thrive in our workplace. This tailored approach allows apprentices to grow into highly capable, confident, and adaptable team members.

Jen Reid | Talent & Development Partner, Mulberry

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