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Discover fashion making with UAL Short Courses

Fashion making and pattern cutting short courses

Discover the world of fashion making and pattern cutting with our range of short courses that provide you with the techniques and tools to create your own designs and turn them into a reality.

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, our courses cover foundational techniques to more advanced methods, combining traditional craftsmanship with innovative technology.

Courses are offered both online and at UAL's prestigious colleges, including London College of Fashion and Central Saint Martins.

Our courses offer the opportunity to:

  • Access to UAL's state-of-the-art studio spaces and facilities
  • Work with industry-standard equipment and specialist tools under the guidance of an experienced tutor with specialist knowledge
  • Learn about and experiment with a range of contemporary and traditional techniques for crafting garments
  • Build a strong portfolio of work
  • Gain friendly tutor feedback and helpful critiques to guide your progress
  • Supportive group sessions to share ideas and get fresh perspectives

Featured short courses

Fashion making and pattern cutting
Patternmaking Level 1 Short Course

Patternmaking Level 1 Short Course

£850

Learn patternmaking basics. Master equipment, terminology, and accurate pattern drawing. Build confidence in creating finished patterns.

  • Dates - 27 July 2026 to 31 July 2026
  • Schedule - Monday to Friday
Fashion design
Draping Womenswear Design Short Course

Draping Womenswear Design Short Course

£830

Learn draping techniques for womenswear design, on campus or online. Manipulate fabrics for personal or high-end fashion collections.

  • Dates - 20 July 2026 to 24 July 2026
  • Schedule - Monday to Friday
Fashion making and pattern cutting
Introduction to Pattern Making Online Short Course

Introduction to Pattern Making Online Short Course

£420

Learn womenswear pattern cutting. Work with size 10 blocks. Explore pattern cutting techniques with CSM lecturer Donna Kernan. Basic pattern cutting skills.

  • Dates - 27 August 2026 to 17 September 2026
  • Schedule - Thursdays
Fashion making and pattern cutting
Professional Sewing Skills Short Course

Professional Sewing Skills Short Course

£970

Develop your basic machine sewing skills to professional standard with the Professional Sewing Skills Short Course.

  • Dates - 10 August 2026 to 14 August 2026
  • Schedule - Monday to Friday

Fashion making and pattern cutting
Steel Boned Victorian Corsetry Making Short Course

Steel Boned Victorian Corsetry Making Short Course

£1350

Practical intro to corsetry history. Learn cutting and making fitted calico toile and corset. Hands-on exercises. Explore historical techniques.

  • Dates - 9 August 2027 to 13 August 2027
  • Schedule - Monday to Friday
Fashion making and pattern cutting
Couture Tailoring LCF Short Course

Couture Tailoring LCF Short Course

£830

Develop couture tailoring skills. Learn advanced techniques for luxury garments.

  • Dates - 24 August 2026 to 28 August 2026
  • Schedule - Monday to Friday
Fashion making and pattern cutting
The Complete Womenswear Pattern Cutting Short Course

The Complete Womenswear Pattern Cutting Short Course

£3780

Learn diverse cutting techniques for bodices, shirts, skirts, dresses, trousers, and outerwear. Develop skills for various garment types in this intensive course.

  • Dates - 16 January 2027 to 3 July 2027
  • Schedule - Saturdays (No class on 27 March, 3, 10 April, 1 & 29 May)
Fashion making and pattern cutting
The Complete Sewing and Garment Making Short Course

The Complete Sewing and Garment Making Short Course

£4950

Learn professional sewing techniques: skirts, blouses, shirts and components for multi-size patterns. Ideal for aspiring fashion makers or those wanting to elevate their sewing skills.

  • Dates - 16 January 2027 to 3 July 2027
  • Schedule - Saturdays (No class on 27 March, 3, 10 April, 1 & 29 May)

Student stories

  • Image: Lea Neuhaus. Designs by Lea Neuhaus. Photography by Timo Vogt.
    Image: Lea Neuhaus. Designs by Lea Neuhaus. Photography by Timo Vogt.

    Learn how to make latex clothes with a short course

    Would you like to learn how to make latex clothes? Short course student and product developer Lea Neuhaus tells us about her experience on our Introduction to Making Latex Clothes Short Course.

  • Student work by Elisa Borrat
    Student work by Elisa Borrat

    From a short course to a tailoring business

    Since graduating from London College of Communication in 2020, Elisa Borrat has completed three short courses at Central Saint Martins and gone on to launch her own womenswear tailoring brand, Nancaua.

  • The fashion studios at Central Saint Martins | Photograph: Abdul Mohammed
    The fashion studios at Central Saint Martins | Photograph: Abdul Mohammed

    Master the art of patternmaking with a short course

    Ocean Teal tells us about their experience on our Patternmaking Level 1 Short Course and discusses the importance of inclusivity in costume design.

  • Benjamin Possolo's prize winning designs (2019) | Images: © Benjamin Possolo
    Benjamin Possolo's prize winning designs (2019) | Images: © Benjamin Possolo

    Explore new possibilities with a short course

    Software engineer and fashion enthusiast Benjamin Possolo tells us about his short course journey.