Are shoes an important part of your life? Do you imagine being able to create shoe designs that you can wear? Maybe it’s time for you to think about a career in shoe design! When you stop to consider how many pairs of shoes are worn every year, it’s not a shock to learn that the shoe industry is booming! Find out more about how you can achieve a career in shoe design now.

What Does a Shoe Designer Do?

Shoe design involves many stages – from the initial idea to the designs and then material selection to making, each step in the process is complex and detailed. Shoe designers use a range of skills including art, design and mathematics as well as creativity and imagination to come up with exciting new shoes that consumers will love.

There are many different shoe requirements with consumers looking for sports shoes, formal shoes, luxury shoes and even shoes that provide support for people with disabilities. Whatever type of shoe you are interested in designing, you are sure to find the right opportunity just around the corner.

How Do I Qualify as a Shoe Designer?

If you want to become a show designer then you will need to get an undergraduate degree in design. If you don’t have A-Levels then do not assume that this rules you out as there is a different way to get to uni – our Online Level 3 Foundation Diploma! 

At the Online College of Art and Design, we have been working hard to provide students all over the UK with the educational opportunities they need to follow the career they want. Our Online Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Design is Ofqual regulated and supports people who may otherwise not be able to access education. 

With the support of experts in Art and Design, you can be confident that our course will prepare you for university and help you to get a place at the institution of your choice!

Our 3 Easy Steps for You!

Becoming a shoe designer doesn’t need to be hard – in fact, if you follow the 3 steps listed below you will achieve your career goals with ease:

1. Your first step is to enrol on our Online Level 3 Foundation Diploma and complete it within 8 – 12 months.
2. With your diploma finished, you can use the UCAS points you have achieved to apply to the university of your choice and complete your undergraduate study.
3. The final step in your plan is to use your degree to apply for shoe designer jobs and begin a long and happy career.

Trust the OCAD With Your Future

When you are ready to change your career, trust the Online College of Art and Design to help. We are on hand to support you throughout your course and are here to answer any questions you may have before you enrol. Get in touch today to find out how our courses can help you – you won’t be disappointed!