… So at the age of 27 I came to the conclusion that I wanted to design clothes. But I was frightened by the thought of competitors, graduates of the prestigious London College of Fashion and Saint Martin's University (I could not afford such training).
In general, I chose the Fashion Design and Textiles course within my means. Here I was in for a pleasant surprise! It turned out they have the opposite here, the less educated you are before joining, the more advantages.
And I just finished high school, and what is very important, with only triples. I got a discount of £1500! I would have finished school perfectly, I would not have seen discounts like my ears :) Considering that I had only £50 left to pay, this was a significant cost savings.
To celebrate, I signed up for the extra course Fotoshop for Fashion Design and Publishing, without thinking about the load. I decided that I will endure and endure :)
Along the way, I had to pass an exam in mathematics and English.
Therefore, my advice to those who are going to study in England as a designer: make sure that you have certificates in English and mathematics equal to the local GCSE.
About the learning process itself, I can say that, with the Ukrainian school load behind me, it was easier for me than for others. While my classmates were indignant at the volume of work, I silently walked and worked, and moreover, I enjoyed it. So "ours" here learning is easier.
The program itself is very interesting, giving a lot of freedom of choice: painting in museums, visiting exhibitions and beautiful places, preparing presentations and studying the industry (including interviews with someone who has already taken place in this field).
Without exaggeration, I lived projects 24 hours a day. In those short hours when I managed to sleep, I dreamed that I was sewing, drawing, sculpting :) And you know, there were a couple of cases when I could not solve the problem, and the solution really came in a dream! She jumped up and ran to work. Since we live in a one-room apartment, this created problems, it was not entirely fair to the sleeping spouse.
So I would advise local students to get a separate room. This is not a problem here, I myself rented a room for 4 years. It's inexpensive and you'll have your own space.
Working since college. Inspiration - the architecture of Massimiliano Fuksas.
More. Evolution from orange to dress.
In general, I had no problems with learning, as such, but I did have problems with my classmates. Here leading role the difference in mentality played, whatever one may say, but it exists. I was considered too straightforward, and sometimes even rude. Here it is not customary to say directly what you think, so as not to offend the feelings of the interlocutor. Given that the age of my classmates was from 16 to 20 years old, their feelings were often offended. Some even cried (I'm not kidding!). Do I need to talk about how they "liked" that I was always ready on time with all the projects and tests. Even my husband jokingly began to call me "deflection" :)
I'm not very suspicious, but this attitude still upset me. And the result is stress. Ballet classes helped me overcome stress.
I strongly advise you to include any physical exercises in your routine. Helps to relieve moral stress + supports the figure.
Again, at 27, ballet for beginners? Yes, it's possible here. Why, at 27, in my group, there are children of 5 years old, and a Japanese of 40 years old, and an English grandmother of 70 years old!
As they say, both old and small.
I really wanted to sew a dress with a transparent, almost invisible top.
At the moment, I had to interrupt my studies due to financial instability, but this does not frighten or upset me, because I know that when the situation improves, it will not be a problem to return. By the way, here banks give loans to students for education, but I prefer not to get into debt.
In the meantime, I order and read useful books, study a lot and improve myself, earn extra money altering and repairing clothes, and sew to order. I am preparing my collection, looking for connections, information, experience.
For example, last week she participated in a charity fashion show. True, it has not yet been possible to break through as a designer, but they took it as a model. But I made friends with two wonderful designers who are always happy to help with advice and practice.
The Tribe Fashion Show. The purpose of the event is to raise awareness of the people who suffer from the effects of Agent Orange's use of chemical weapons in Vietnam.
In general, looking back, I can say with confidence that dreams come true, and any experience is an important and necessary step on the way to a dream.
Interview: Varvara Zotova
About ten years ago, anyone who dreamed of a career in fashion, I had to think about traveling to another country and scrupulously calculate the budget: Italy, France, Great Britain, the USA - it seemed that a good specialized education was possible only abroad. All this, of course, is not unreasonable, but now the situation has changed for the better.
Firstly, a lot of educational projects, special courses, open lectures appeared - fashion education became more accessible. And secondly, speakers from near and far abroad countries often visited Russia, and schools began to open on the basis of foreign universities. We decided to focus on four educational programs that are directly related to fashion design. What is their main difference from competitors - we were told by the curators of the programs, but the students shared their impressions and plans for the future.
Vyacheslav Zaitsev Fashion Laboratory
CONDITIONS:
full-time tuition this year -
300 thousand rubles. Evening - 100 thousand rubles.
"Laboratory of fashion" is something like a one-year postgraduate study for young artists with a bias in the practical part. The concept of the course was developed by Vyacheslav Zaitsev himself, who is directly involved in the learning process: once every three weeks he conducts face-to-face conversations with students, notes their results and makes appropriate recommendations. Vyacheslav Zaitsev approached the opening of the "Laboratory" responsibly: he traveled around the world's fashion design schools and, based on the information collected, opened his own in 1997.
The applicant can choose the form of study that suits him: full-time or part-time. At the full-time department, classes are held 5 days a week for 8 academic hours for one year, at the correspondence department - 4 days a week for 4 academic hours for 3 months. The program of both courses includes designing - a practical study of various methods of designing men's and women's clothing, a dummy method of clothing modeling, a special composition and more. During the learning process, all students can attend collection shows, use fashion literature, and also invite models from the Vyacheslav Zaitsev agency to take part in the graduation show.
Elena Viktorovna Rzhevskaya, leading lecturer at the Vyacheslav Zaitsev Fashion Laboratory: “Laboratory is the only design school in the world with a personalized fashion house. We have a fairly rich training program and at the same time there are no extra subjects. We provide an opportunity for preferential participation in the largest fashion week in Europe - Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia”.
Alexei Mikhailov, student of the Vyacheslav Zaitsev Fashion Laboratory, brand MIKHAILOV ALEKSEI: “In parallel with my college studies in Smolensk, I studied in Moscow at the fashion house at the Z’S Models agency. It was there that I learned about the Fashion Lab and got to the graduation show of its students. I was amazed by the collections of graduates, and then I knew exactly where I wanted to study. I was very worried at the interview, but it happened. I like that the whole process is aimed at individual work with each student, to reveal his talent. While still a student, I showed the collection as part of the MBFWR fashion weeks.”
British Higher
design school
CONDITIONS: Russian additional education"Design of clothes", 2 years - 330 thousand rubles a year.
The British Bachelor's program with a British diploma - the first compulsory stage, 1 year (Foundation Art and Design) - 380 thousand rubles a year, then the BA (Hons) Fashion course itself, 3 years - 475 thousand rubles a year.
The British Higher School of Design in Moscow was founded in 2003 on the basis of educational program Faculty of Creative and Cultural Industries, University of Hertfordshire (UK). For those who want to experience European study without having to travel abroad, Britanka is one of the options. In addition, studying at the BHSAD will help improve English - it is one of the main subjects, and in some courses, such as BA (Hons) Fashion, they teach exclusively in English. foreign language. The British Higher School of Design has two long-term programs for future professional fashion designers.
The first is BA (Hons) Fashion, British higher education, here classes are taught by British curators and teachers from Central Saint Martins. Training takes place during four years As a result, students receive an international Bachelor of Arts diploma and can go abroad to continue their studies or work. The second program of additional vocational education, "Fashion Design", focused more on Russian market and in two years it trains specialists, many of whom launch their own clothing brands by the end of their studies. In general, both programs train specialists with a wide range of skills: from design and 3D modeling to the principles of building marketing campaigns. For example, "Britanka" graduated from designers - the heroes of our column "New Brand".
Liza Romanova, BHSAD Communications Director: “The key difference of Britanka is its close connection with the industry. Most of our teachers are practicing designers and artists. The school constantly holds master classes and specialized conferences, we try to keep up with the times and train specialists who will be in demand on the market both now and ten years from now. Among our graduates are Kirill Richter, Dasha Selyanova (ZDDZ), Maria Dzhankoy (Jahnkoy) and many others. And the collections of our graduates can be seen every year at the autumn Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia”.
Nina Samokhina, a future graduate of the BHSAD 2017 Fashion Design course: “Before entering Britanka, I had been interested in its graduates for a long time, followed their progress, read about how great the creative process was. I really wanted to come here for the sake of the atmosphere. I like that all the subjects and all the information that they give us is up-to-date and connected with the realities of the profession. In the future, I plan to develop my Secret Garden brand and freelance in the field of fashion design.”
HSE School of Design, Fashion category
CONDITIONS: bachelor's degree - 300 rubles per year of study; magistracy: fashion - 300 thousand rubles, communication design and design - 330 thousand rubles.
The School of Design is part of the National research university"High School of Economics". Education here is carried out according to the European program: bachelor's, master's, preparatory and open courses are also held here. The “Fashion” direction is suitable not only for those who want to become a designer, but also for all future art directors of a brand or store, stylists, merchandisers and buyers: graduates receive knowledge from various areas of the fashion industry and in the future will be able to find themselves in many related areas . Unlike many other commercial schools, teaching here is conducted only in small groups.
Ekaterina Pavelko, curator of the bachelor's degree program "Fashion", stylist: "We teach not so much sewing as design and creative thinking, immersing students in a modern context. At one time, the Higher School of Economics was created as an outpost of advanced education, and the School of Design, which appeared only four years ago, sets itself the task of providing the best and most progressive education in different areas design (communication design, animation and illustration, environment design, game design, design and programming, design and contemporary art, design and photography, theater and film artist, fashion) at the world level. Our Fashion program is guided by the innovative experience of international fashion schools and uses up-to-date educational technologies. And the project-based learning system allows students from the first year to think in terms of practical problems and solve them based on current industry trends.”
Dasha Belousova, fourth-year student of the Fashion direction at the School of Design high school economics: “As an introductory task, I had to prepare a creative project for more or less free theme and pass an art history interview. Despite the fact that I passed both stages of the exam rather on a whim, in the end I entered, being in the very first, experimental set of the school. In the first year, everyone had a common direction: we learned to think like a designer, mastered basic design skills and worked in the main design programs. To be honest, it was not easy for me.
Then the second year began, and I chose the direction "Fashion". Here we have already worked on our projects, prepared moodboards, embroidered, photographed - in general, we did everything that I love the most. For four years of study, in addition to classes at the university, we did internships in Moscow brands, participated in Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia - so now I perfectly understand what to expect from the "adult" fashion world. In the future, I plan to continue my studies at the Master's program at the School of Design - and at the same time work for the Inshade brand with our curator Masha Smirnova. In the future, I would like to create and develop my own brand - I hope it will work out.
Russian State University
them. A. N. Kosygina
CONDITIONS: The price for this year has not yet been set. Last year, full-time education cost 141 thousand rubles, correspondence - 40 thousand rubles. This year there are 115 budget places for full-time form, 10 for part-time.
The history of the Moscow State University of Design and Technology begins in the late 1920s. Supreme Council Decree National economy In the USSR, it was decided to create a light industry university. In 2012, the State Textile University named after M.V. Kosygin. Just then, a new joint history of the two largest specialized universities in the country began.
Instead of faculties, there is a division into institutes. Thus, the Technological Institute of Light Industry offers training in three undergraduate programs: “Technology of light industry products”, “Design of light industry products” and “Commodity science”. Training takes place for four years, then optionally - a two-year master's program. Among other things, the Institute of Technology is famous for the fact that it gives students a chance of close contact with potential employers. In addition to the system of foreign internships, there is an internship where students develop practical skills and create industrial collections of products.
Anna Fokina, director of the Technological Institute of Light Industry: “Our university has preserved the system of fundamental, classical Russian education, constantly improving the educational process and introducing new learning technologies. We cooperate with the leading enterprises of the fashion industry and without fail send our students to industrial practice, where they learn the skill.
To promote talented youth, the university organizes competitions that take place at the best venues in the fashion industry and specialized exhibitions. So, literally on March 24, in Gostiny Dvor, within the framework of Fashion Week in Moscow, the final of the All-Russian competition “Tochka RU”, the founder of which is our university, was held. For students, this is a unique opportunity to speak before the jury on the main podium of the country.”
Yulia Shakhmatova, student of LKSh-214: “Since childhood, I have dreamed of sewing clothes. She sewed dresses for all her dolls, presenting them on the podium. Parents advised me to enter a university with a long history, and the priority was Moscow State University design and technology. Today it is the A. N. Kosygin Russian State University. I am very glad that I made the right choice: it is interesting to study here, there are many necessary subjects. The university helps to find contacts with potential employers, get Good work while still at the university. In the future, I plan to continue my studies in the magistracy here.”
St. Petersburg State University of Industrial Technologies and Design
Conditions: for a year of study in the direction of "Design" (full-time form, 4 years) - 94 thousand rubles, "Graphics" (full-time form, 4 years) - 70 thousand rubles, "Design" (part-time form, 5 years) - 66 thousand rubles.
Since we are in the golden age of startups, highly talented user interface and product design, then appearance any thing becomes extremely important.
Some leading companies are Apple, Path, Pinterest, Square and Airbnb. What they have in common is that thoughtful and user-friendly design is the foundation of their business. Design is an art, in particular, it concerns contemporary art - this can be easily seen at any exhibition at the Center for Contemporary Art, for example "M17" http://m17.kiev.ua.
And what is the best school for training designers?
And here is the ranking of the TOP 25 best design schools in the world. The rating is based on student performance, teacher qualifications and available campuses. But most importantly, the opinions of the world's best designers and art directors were taken into account.
25. Hong Kong Polytechnic University
24. Georgia Institute of Technology
23. Helsinki University of Art and Design
22. Design Institute (Chicago)
21. University of California, Los Angeles, Design and Media Arts
20. University of Illinois - Chicago School of Art and Design
19. University of California, Berkeley School of Computer Science
18. California College of the Arts
17. Interactive Design Institute Copenhagen
16. Titch School of the Arts, New York University
15. Coupler Union
14. Cranbur Academy of Arts
13. Savannah College of Art and Design
12. School of Visual Arts - New York
11. Rochester Institute of Technology - College of Animation Arts and Sciences
10. Art Center College of Design
9. Carnegie Mellon University, Institute for Human-Computer Interaction
8. Institute of Design at Stanford University, D School
7. Royal College of Art
6. Pratt Institute
5. New school Parsons design
4. Carnegie Mellon School of Design
3. University of Chincinnati
2. Massachusetts Institute of Technology
1. Rhode Island School of Design
The UK is one of the leading countries in the field of art and design. London is one of the three fashion capitals. More than 300 UK universities specialize in art education, from the Manchester School of Art, which has been teaching students in art, architecture and design for 180 years, to London Imperial College, which created a cutting-edge School of Engineering Design in 2014. Among the creative universities in England, the "classical" Oxford, in particular its course "History of Art", and a branch of the private Marangoni Institute, and the Bournemouth University of the Arts with its experimental and creative spirit, and Lancaster University, known for its studies of contemporary art, are in demand.
UK as a destination for art education abroad
The English culture of art and design is a culture of innovation and experimentation. That is why graduates of British art schools are modern masters who always keep up with global trends, but at the same time never lose the originality of their ideas.
Benefits of studying at art universities in the UK:
Large selection of art schools
A wide range of faculties at universities of the arts: from museum curation to computer game design
The opportunity to study both classical art disciplines and the field of contemporary art not only in London, but also in other cities of the country
State-of-the-art art classes, design, television and recording studios, photo labs, sewing workshops, material processing and handicraft workshops in every art university in the country
The study of theoretical and humanitarian disciplines, closely intertwined with practical work
Internships in various countries of the world
Deep dive into global art and design - visit exhibitions, displays, shows, galleries and museums that take place throughout the UK
High percentage of employment in the world's leading companies after graduation from British universities
Obtaining a diploma from an art university, which gives you the status of a first-class master and a valuable employee in any country in the world
Art education levels in England
In UK universities, there are two types of degree (diploma) in the direction of "Art and Design":
Arts (Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts);
Fine Arts (Bachelor of Fine Arts and Master of Fine Arts).
Arts
Art Degree from UK Universities. All basic art subjects are included in her program. This art education general idea about the specialty, develops basic skills, covers a wide range of subjects, always organically combines practice and theory. This program lasts four years.
fine arts
Degree in fine arts in British universities. The program is more focused on practice and, accordingly, involves a lot of independent work and development of individual skills. Its training lasts three years.
Features of British art education
Creative faculties in art universities England is an absolutely free environment, even in the conditions of traditional and strict British education. Art and design courses are characterized by constant discussions, discussions and joint projects. Art university students criticize the work of their peers and receive feedback on their work, develop a personal understanding of the subject and listen to different points of view from outside. Students have the opportunity to constantly communicate with professionals who share their experience with them and help them start a career.
At lectures on art and design, students study graphics, drawing, drafting, animation, photography, sculpture, printmaking, etc. Along with specialized subjects, English art universities teach several general education disciplines: art history, cultural studies, psychology, ethics, sociology, political science, etc.
Studying for creative specialties in the UK is a constant practice. Most of the work is done in computer and art classes. Students arrange public exhibitions in the studios, where they present their work to visitors.
Visiting museums, art galleries and fashion shows in various UK cities is an essential component of learning. Students regularly travel abroad as part of their study of art history or writing. research work. Also, all universities have exchange programs that give students invaluable cultural experience.
Work while studying at the universities of the arts in England
While studying at British art universities, students are allowed to earn up to 20 hours a week, during the holidays - unlimited time. Most best learning The creative profession means practice and experience, so British universities only support students of art specialties in part-time work and help them in everything through special Career Departments. Very popular among students are part-time programs (part-time studies), which allow you to combine work and study at an art university in the UK.
Employment of graduates of English universities
8% of UK art and design university graduates go on to study
72% get a job immediately after graduation
90% - the same figure six months after graduation.*
*DataTheCompleteUniversityGuide
The average salary for newly graduated Art & Design professionals in the UK is £17,300 a year. Universities and colleges are very concerned about the future employment of their former students. Everywhere there are Career Departments (for example, in Oxford it is “CareerConnect”, in London Imperial College - “JobsLive”), which are huge exchange networks connecting thousands of employers and students.
In addition, many educational institutions in the UK are developing additional programs employment. For example, Newcastle University, after the third year, sends its students for a one-year internship. Students at the University of Manchester can participate in the Leadership Program. Its members learn ethical working principles, social problems, and for accumulation research material can be sent abroad for a year.
Admission to an art university in the UK
You can enter a British college or university of arts after completing the British A-level or IB school program, or after completing a preparatory course.
The most popular art and design university preparation programs are:
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Art & Design Pre-Foundation
Foundation Diploma
Art and Design Preparation Program
Pre-Master's Art & Design.
Preparation courses for admission to British universities for the Art & Design programs last from one trimester to a couple of years. Learning involves lessons in English, teaching specialized vocabulary and specialized subjects, preparing a portfolio.
Admission requirements vary by university. Each university or college in England has its own approach to teaching creative arts. Focusing on it, they form specific admission conditions in order to find students who would match their personal characteristics.
The general package of documents for admission to the universities of the arts in England:
Application. Filled in the online form on the university website
School certificate / bachelor's degree. Includes report card and description of subjects taken
Language certificate. IELTS - 6-6.5 points, TOEFL - 70-75 points
Motivational letter/essay. Describes your educational and professional plans, the reasons that prompted you to choose a particular university and faculty
Letters of recommendation. Created by your teachers or employers in case of admission to a master's program. They talk about your artistic and academic success, describe your abilities and potential, evaluate you as a student or employee.
Summary. Required for master's programs art universities. Shows your professional achievements, palette of interests, unique skills, etc.
Interview. It is carried out in the form of a personal conversation with teachers, sometimes universities allow Skype interviews. During the conversation, the student's personal qualities are evaluated, as well as his ability to correctly reason and argue his point of view. Not all UK art schools conduct interviews with applicants
Portfolio. It plays the most important role for admission to creative specialties. Its creation should be approached with special attention and diligence.
AllterraEducation's art and design program experts will help you get through the preparation stage without wasting time and nerves.
Preparing a portfolio for applicants for art programs at universities in England
There are no universal rules for creating a portfolio. Its design and criteria depend on the university, the content - on the chosen direction. Applicants to the art department focus on hand-drawn paintings, designers on logos, graphics and computer sketches, animators often present short films. But the main criteria that underlie the creation of each portfolio are the talent and personal style of the student.
The works of the applicant reflect his skill and potential. This does not imply a chaotic set the best works, they should be structured and tell about the student as a developing, versatile specialist. A strong, dynamic and original portfolio is based on a thoughtful concept. It should be easy to read and understand without further explanation, as many universities do not allow personal defense of their work.
General recommendations for creating a portfolio for admission to art universities in the UK:
Quantity. Depending on the discipline, 10-20 papers are considered the optimal number.
Skills. The presence of your early work in the portfolio is acceptable, but try to focus on latest works, which reflect your current skills.
Knowing of limits. Try not to include a large number of his early works
Skills. Showcase as many genres as possible (painting, graphics, drawing, collage), techniques (charcoal, pastel, watercolor, websites, photography, films, multimedia), play with light, composition, form and space.
Potential. Present some of your started projects, ideas and work in progress. So you show your creative activity and tell about future artistic plans
Drawings by hand. Digital work is very important in many professions, but even the portfolio of designers and photographers should include a couple of sketches on paper.
Originality. Most of all, the commissions of art universities appreciate the uniqueness in the works of the student and his original ideas.
Tuition fees at art universities in England and cost of living for students
The cost of education in the UK is considered one of the highest in the world. This is a minus that you have to put up with for the conditions and level that universities provide. The average cost of studying at the faculties of design and arts in England ranges from 16 to 30 thousand pounds per year.
British universities They put a lot of effort into making students' living as comfortable as possible, and universities of the arts are no exception. Typically, universities have residences and student dormitories (Student Houses), which are scattered throughout the city. They are located 10-15 minutes walk to the faculty, the campuses offer double or single rooms, a separate or private bathroom, laundry services and internet. Residences consist of small apartments with their own bathroom and toilet. Sometimes canteens operate on their territory, where residents have breakfast and dinner. Student Houses is a cheaper option. Students live in shared or single rooms, cook their own meals in shared kitchens.
Depending on the room, accommodation in the Student House will cost from 3 to 5 thousand pounds, in the residence - from 5 to 7.5 thousand pounds per year.
Why you should apply to Allterra Education when applying to an art university in the UK
The peculiarity of English art education is that it is individual everywhere. The international rankings of the best art universities in the UK vary greatly, because there are as many approaches to teaching creative specialties as there are educational institutions. The larger the choice, the harder it is to make it, but in order not to make a mistake, you can always contact our specialists.
How can we help you?
University choice. All art universities and colleges in the UK have their own characteristics and approaches to learning. Choose educational institution it is necessary not according to its individual characteristics, but according to your personal abilities. With our help, you will find the ideal creative environment for you.
Specialty selection. The palette of faculties of British universities of the arts is very wide; for our Russian school, some of them even seem exotic. Do not forget that in England there are many creative universities with a narrow specialization, for example, the Institute Contemporary Arts in London or acting universities. What will they teach you? What is their difference? We will explain and find the best option for you.
The first stage of certification in British school curriculum, the equivalent of grades 8-9 of a Russian high school.
The main goal of the program is to prepare students for continuing their studies in the A-Level Senior British School program. At the end of the program, students take exams in 6-10 subjects and receive a certificate of incomplete secondary education of international standard.
When entering a foreign university, the GCSE international certificate relieves Russian students of the need to take exams to obtain an IELTS or TOEFL language certificate.
The program provides all the key knowledge in core subjects that will be necessary for the successful development of the A-Level program. For each GCSE subject, students take one to three exams.
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A full-fledged program of the senior British school Advanced Level, the equivalent of 10-11 grades of a Russian school.
The main goal of the program is to prepare students for direct admission to an English-language bachelor's program at a foreign university, including best universities peace.
At the end of the program, students take exams in 3 selected subjects. The choice of subject depends on the requirements of a particular university and the student's future specialization. Exams are taken face-to-face.
In RBS "Algorithm" A-level exams can be taken 3 times a year: in October, January and May-June. The number of exams that must be passed depends on the subject studied and varies from four to six. Exams can be taken not only by students of the school, but also by external candidates.
