Bachelor of Arts (Hons) - Cordwainers Footwear and Accessories
- 3 years
- Duration
- 30,890 GBP/year
- Price
- September
- Start
- June
- Deadline
- Bachelor
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- London / United Kingdom
- Location
Program description
The BA (Hons) Cordwainers Footwear and Accessories course is delivered at London College of Fashion and is a future-focused programme that blends heritage craftsmanship with emerging digital technologies. It encourages 3D experimentation across both analogue and digital methods, from handcrafted techniques to 3D modelling and material innovation.
The course prioritises sustainability, inclusivity, and forward-thinking design, developing a problem-solving mindset to tackle real-world fashion industry challenges. Collaboration, critical thinking, and entrepreneurial skills are embedded to support employability and long-term creative growth.
Project outcomes respond to contemporary concerns like climate change and circularity, ranging from sample ranges to crafted components. Based in studio spaces at East Bank and supported by industry partnerships, the course empowers graduates with the vision and agility to thrive in the evolving global market.
Program structure
Year 1
- Introduction to Footwear and Accessories (20 credits)
- Developing Design and Craft Skills (40 credits)
- Design and Innovation (40 credits)
- Fashion Cultures and Histories (20 credits) (College-wide unit)
Year 2
- Critical Issues in Fashion Research (20 credits) (College-wide unit)
- Circular Design (40 credits)
- Digital Craft (20 credits)
- Industry Futures (40 credits)
Year 3
- Contextualising Practice (20 credits)
- Concept Vision (40 credits)
- Final Major Project (60 credits)
Price
Tuition fee:
- 30,890 GBP per year*
*Tuition fees for international students may increase by up to 5% in each future year of your course.
During your studies, you may need to cover extra costs which are not included in your tuition fees. You might need to budget for materials and equipment specific to your course. You may also need a laptop or other digital tech/software.
Requirements for applicants
The standard minimum entry requirements for this course are:
One or a combination of the following accepted full level 3 qualifications.
- 112 UCAS tariff points from two or more A Levels (preferred subjects include English, Maths, Art, Design, Textiles and Science)
- Distinction Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
- Distinction, Merit, Merit at BTEC Extended Diploma (preferred subjects Art & Design)
- Merit at UAL Extended Diploma
- Access Diploma or 112 new UCAS tariff points from the Access to HE Diploma
- 112 new UCAS tariff points from a combination of the above qualifications or an equivalent full Level 3 qualification
- or equivalent EU or non-EU qualifications such as International Baccalaureate Diploma at 25 points minimum
- and three GCSE passes at grade A-C or grade 9-4
Entry to this course will also be determined by assessment of your portfolio.
Applicants who do not meet these course entry requirements may still be considered in exceptional cases.
The course team will consider each application that demonstrates additional strengths and alternative evidence. This might, for example, be demonstrated by:
- Related academic or work experience
- The quality of the personal statement
- A strong academic or other professional reference
- OR a combination of these factors
Each application will be considered on its own merit but we cannot guarantee an offer in each case.
English Language Requirements
- IELTS level 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in reading, writing, listening and speaking.
About the university
The University of the Arts London (UAL) produces and encourages the creativity essential for a better future. Its colleges have been at the forefront of innovative education since 1842, creating work with a lasting impact on people and the planet, driven by curiosity, imagination, and purpose.
London is fundamental to UAL's identity, providing a vital context where the university connects and exchanges ideas with individuals from all walks of life. Globally, its creative network influences education, culture, business, and society.
Through innovative research and creative instruction, UAL's faculty and staff bring fresh perspectives to education. The university enables students to build the careers they desire by working with them at every level - from pre-degree to postgraduate, and from short courses to online learning.
UAL's colleges
Ranked second in the world for art and design, UAL comprises six distinct colleges:
- Camberwell College of Arts
- Central Saint Martins
- Chelsea College of Arts
- London College of Communication
- London College of Fashion
- Wimbledon College of Arts
Together, they form a community of creatives, innovators, trailblazers, and storytellers, united in their mission to reimagine the future.
Courses in the visual arts, animation, screen, communication, fashion, media, and performance are available at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
