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Build practical capability in garment pattern making. Develop methods for body measurements and block construction. Complete a garment pattern development portfolio, with feedback on workplace application and controls addressing inaccurate garment patterns and fit specifications.

BUILT AROUND YOUR REQUIREMENT
Each engagement starts with the required outcome, operating context and evidence of success. The result is a focused Diploma Programme in Garment Pattern Making scope with clear responsibilities and handover points.
Pearson BTEC, CILEx and college-awarded programmes with clear progression routes.
Campus, live online and blended study to fit work and family commitments.
Personal tutors, study skills sessions and assessment guidance throughout.
Pathways into employment, university top-up or professional membership.
8 SPECIALIST CAPABILITIES
Select the capabilities that match your Diploma Programme in Garment Pattern Making requirement, operating context and agreed delivery stage.
200 study-equivalent days / 1,200 total learning hours: 480 teaching hours + 600 supervised practice hours + 120 independent learning hours. One study-equivalent day = 6 hours.
Diploma programme
Interpret requirements for body measurements in a role-specific workplace case.
Select suitable methods for block construction and style adaptation.
Demonstrate the tasks associated with pattern marking within authorised role boundaries.
Apply agreed checks for fit assessment, record deviations and escalate matters outside the role.
Produce a garment pattern development portfolio with evidence of pattern correction.
a garment pattern development portfolio
PROGRAMME PROFILE
Review the proposed route, learning content, audience and assessment considerations before confirming delivery.
Fashion and apparel, Textile production, Specialist manufacturing
Assessment: Controlled practical project, output testing or review, knowledge questions and individual demonstration; portfolio evidence centred on a garment pattern development portfolio.
Entry and recognition: Initial role-suitability, literacy and numeracy assessment; access to required practice resources and qualified supervision. Additional local entry conditions must be checked.
Practice boundaries: Use only properly licensed or original creative assets. Confirm client permissions, model releases and production safety. Design programmes do not confer architectural or structural design sign-off authority.
Credential status: Proposed BEMCON programme only. No registered award, framework level, credit value or external certification is assigned.
Duration basis: Original curriculum-planning estimate, not an official prescribed qualification duration. The approved qualification specification, entry assessment and mandatory placement requirements take precedence.
HOW WE WORK
A defined workflow keeps the work aligned with the approved scope and makes progress, decisions and handover easier to manage.
Scope your requirementConfirm the purpose, operating context, stakeholders and expected outcome for Diploma Programme in Garment Pattern Making.
Define activities, responsibilities, inputs, dependencies, checks and approval points.
Complete the specialist work while keeping progress, risks and decisions visible.
Confirm the completed scope, record outcomes and agree practical next actions.
WHAT YOU RECEIVE
Documented objectives, responsibilities, constraints, assumptions and acceptance points.
Relevant analysis, coordination and technical work for Diploma Programme in Garment Pattern Making.
Findings, decisions, completed checks and limitations recorded for the agreed scope.
Prioritised actions for implementation, follow-up, improvement or ongoing support.
LET'S TALK
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