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Tailors design and make one-off suits, jackets and coats for individual customers. They also alter and repair clothes.
You could start by doing a degree in fashion or fashion and textiles, and specialise in tailoring. You could also do a degree in bespoke tailoring. You'll usually need a foundation diploma in art and design or 2 to 3 A-Levels, or equivalent, for a degree.
You could take a college course, to develop your sewing, pattern cutting and design skills. Courses include:
You may be able to get into the industry through the Savile Row Bespoke Association (SRBA) apprenticeship programme. This can take between 2 and 6 years to complete. You would apply directly to SRBA member tailoring companies. Competition for places is strong. Entry requirements vary.
You'll need:
Your day-to-day tasks may include:
With experience, you could become a senior tailor or supervisor, or you could set up your own business.
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Not only will your organisation (or the Government) pay for all of your training, but you’ll be paid to do it. That means you could actually get paid to get your degree and have no debt!
There are over 625 different apprenticeships to choose from, in a range of industries. Whether you’re interested in law, marketing, construction, or engineering, you’ll find something up your street!
As an apprentice, the minimum you’ll earn is £6.20 an hour, but we’ve seen apprentices earn a starting salary of up to £30,000 a year! You could also get other employee benefits like gym memberships, paid holiday, and sick pay.
Employers think apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications. In fact, many large employers train their graduates and apprentices together!
There’s only so much you can learn when you just do a qualification. As an apprentice, you’ll also get to learn on the job – whether that’s designing amazing graphics, chopping vegetables, or building engines!
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