5B002B - The Drop: Product Development for Fashion 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2032 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | 5B002B | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | The Drop: Product Development for Fashion | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business and Creative Industries | ||
| Faculty Group: | Fashion, Marketing and Photography | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Fashion | ||
| Module Leader: | Sally Phillips | ||
| Module Team: | Susan James, Joanne Terrar Young, Jennifer Whitney, Emma Jones | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2026 | Final Year of Intake: | 2031 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 30 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 30 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100054 - fashion | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2026 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2032 |
Module Aims
The main aims of the module are to:
To develop a critical understanding of the product development process.
To enhance students’ ability to integrate creative and commercial decision-making.
To provide opportunities for applied industry-based skills to live challenges.
Content Summary
This module, developed for BA Fashion Design and BA Fashion Marketing, provides students with a critical understanding of the product development process from a buyer’s perspective, bridging creative design concepts with commercial strategy. Students will explore how fashion products are conceived, developed, sourced, costed, and taken from concept to market, with emphasis on aligning practices with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as well as the USW Sustainability Accelerator.
The module promotes transparency and traceability across the supply chain, introducing blockchain technology for secure data sharing and ethical verification. Learners will also engage with 3D design software to visualize and prototype products, reducing waste and supporting sustainable development. Through seminars, workshops, and a live industry challenge, students will develop analytical, negotiation, and communication skills while considering circularity, responsible sourcing, and carbon footprint reduction. The module equips students to evaluate market opportunities, manage risk, and make informed buying decisions that balance creativity, profitability, and global sustainability commitments.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Practical classes & Workshops | 54 |
| Formative Assessment | 2 |
| Guided Study | 184 |
| Summative Assessment | 60 |
| Total Hours Selected | 300 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Communicate the product development process from design concept to commercial outcome. |
| LO2 | Evidence the costing and development process for a commercially viable outcome. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Project Output | Project Output comprising a design briefing pack, detailed costing report and pitch | 0 | 6000 | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Project Output | ✔ | ✔ | |