Footwear Design (Hons) De Montfort University

Overview

Key facts

• Throughout the  Footwear Design (Hons) BA course from  De Montfort University  your shoe design and technical making skills will be developed, emphasising the crucial relationship between design and manufacture and the needs of the footwear industry. You can specialise in performance footwear, which is unique for a UK university, or men’s, women’s, or children’s footwear. 
• You will develop drawing and illustration, bespoke biomechanics and model prototyping skills, along with the ability to present and communicate ideas and concepts to a high professional standard. You will learn technical modern shoemaking skills and make a range of prototype shoes using our excellent specialist studio facilities, including 3D design equipment.
• With a rich heritage from the end of the 19th century to the contemporary footwear industry, this degree will help to equip you with the skills and experience to set you apart in the fashion sector. You will be working directly with industry professionals and big brands to gain valuable insights into new products and technologies. 

Graduate careers

• Our graduates have forged successful careers within the footwear industry ranging from roles in design, technical development, buying and marketing. They work for big brands internationally such as Gucci, New Balance, L.K.Bennett, Dr. Martens, Irregular Choice, Lacoste, Kickers, Kurt Geiger, Adidas, Dune, Levi’s, Office, Next and Georgina Goodman. 
• During Graduate Fashion Week, Dimitri Gabellier secured a sought-after internship with luxury fashion and perfume house Givenchy, in Paris. Since then his career has taken off after accepting a permanent role with the brand as a junior footwear designer. GFW is one of the largest international shows for graduate designers and is seen as a springboard for students to make their way into the industry.