Industry insights from creative directors at some of the worlds biggest brands
Industry insights from creative directors at some of the worlds biggest brands
Industry insights from creative directors at some of the worlds biggest brands
Why Spark Design Academy?
Why Spark Design Academy?
Spark helps learners explore creativity at their own pace while building confidence, independence, and real-world skills. With expert guidance and accredited qualifications, young creatives gain the tools to take the next step in education or future career pathways.
A message from our Director of Education
A message from our Director of Education
Create Your Own Opportunities
Learning For Life
Spark Design Academy is about more than creativity alone. Learners build accredited qualifications, create portfolio projects, and develop stronger confidence in how creativity connects to everyday life and future opportunities
Essential Skills For Life
Through each project, learners strengthen problem-solving, communication, and creative thinking skills that help shape confident, independent learners long after the course ends.
Confidence & Resilience
As learners explore ideas, overcome challenges, and share their work, they build self-belief and resilience that supports every stage of their learning journey at home and beyond.
Join Spark Design Academy And Shape Your Future With Creativity, Confidence, And Purpose
Join Spark Design Academy And Shape Your Future With Creativity, Confidence, And Purpose
Choose Your Football Kit Design Course
Select the level that matches your goals. Every football kit design course includes lifetime access and a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. Upgrade anytime by paying the difference. Flexible payment plans available.
Choose Your Football Kit Design Course
Select the level that matches your goals. Every football kit design course includes lifetime access and a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. Upgrade anytime by paying the difference. Flexible payment plans available.
Perfect for getting started.
Go from concept to professional level design.
Includes Course 1
- NCFE-accredited Level 2 qualification
- Design your first football kit
- Build your first real portfolio
- Start designing like a pro
- Learn pro-level design fundamentals
- Live Sessions with Craig & Rob
Course Details
Level: Customised Qualification | Awarding Body: NCFE | Total Qualification Time: 40 Hours | Centre Number: 11000797 | Assessment: Portfolio-based
Upgrade anytime by simply paying the difference.
£183
Per Month
£549 Total Cost
Best for getting hired.
Build a job-ready design portfolio.
Includes Courses 1 & 2
- 2x NCFE Level 2 customised qualifications
- 2 Courses — Foundations & Creative Development
- Design a complete kit collection
- Create professional design tech packs
- Build a portfolio-ready case study project
- Monthly sessions with Craig & Rob
Course Details
Level: Customised Qualification | Awarding Body: NCFE | Total Qualification Time: 80 Hours | Centre Number: 11000797 | Assessment: Portfolio-based
Upgrade anytime by simply paying the difference.
£266
Per Month
£799 Total Cost
For future professional designers.
Stand out with real industry knowledge.
All 3 Courses + Pro Presentation
- 3x NCFE Level 2 recognised qualifications
- Understand real-world factory production
- Learn how products are made at scale
- Direct mentorship from Craig & Rob
- Master industry-level presentations
- Includes pro presentation course
Course Details
Level: Customised Qualification | Awarding Body: NCFE | Total Qualification Time: 125 Hours | Centre Number: 11000797 | Assessment: Portfolio-based
*Limited cohort size to maintain mentorship quality.
£466
Per Month
£1,399 Total Cost
Football Kit Design
Football Kit Design
From Concept to Reality
Spark Design Academy gives learners access to the thinking behind real football kit and sportswear design. Led by Craig Buglass and Rob Warner, this flagship course combines industry insight, structured learning, and practical creative development in one clear pathway.
Course Overview
Explore the full learning journey across Start Your Journey, from introduction and research through to materials, design, presentation, and final submission.
Introduction
- Welcome to the course (0:58)
- Meet Craig & Rob (6:23)
- 3 steps to building a world class kit (0:48)
- Download the course workbook (Workbook)
- Important words and phrases (Workbook)
Research & Concept
- Why Kits Exist - What's the Story? (2:26)
- Why Kit Design Matters? (4:02)
- What makes my kit special? (3:06)
- Research (4:04)
- Start with the end in mind (8:09)
Materials & Manufacturing
- Fabrics 101 (Workbook)
- Innovation (35:26)
- The marketing value of kits (Workbook)
- Culture and identity (Workbook)
- Cold, hard cash (Workbook)
Design & Presentation
- The Voice of the Fans (Workbook)
- Attention to detail (Workbook)
- Colour (50:3)
- Graphics 101 (5:26)
- A Life In Design (Audio - 54:59)
The Final Whistle
- Submitting Your Project (Workbook)
- Campioni Del Mondo (0:52)
- Course Summary (2:40)
- Full Time (1:02)
- END OF COURSE
Introduction
- Welcome to the (0:56)
- What to expect (Workbook)
- Bringing the course to life (Workbook)
- Download the course workbook
Research & Concept
- The future of kits (7:13)
- Innovation (35:11)
- What gets in the way? (6:20)
- Create something meaningful (7:38)
Materials & Manufacturing
- Templates (4:36)
- Unexpected challenges (4:05)
- Financials & costings (9:57)
Designing & Presentation
- Ready to Launch (5:04)
The Final Whistle
- Submitting Your Project (Workbook)
- Campioni Del Mondo (0:52)
- Course Summary (2:40)
- Full Time (1:02)
- END OF COURSE
Introduction
- Welcome to The Advanced Course (2:12)
- Marketing & Money (5:25)
- Innovation (35:26)
Research & Concept
- Performance & Function (7:34)
- Ready to Launch (5:04)
Materials & Manufacturing
- Rules & regulations (Workbook)
- The GTM Process (17:54)
- Counterfeiting & Brand Protection (12:55)
- Development Process (18:34)
- Inside the Factory (12:13)
Designing & Presentation
- Bringing it to life (7:12)
- Collaborations (9:10)
The Final Whistle
- Influencing the influencers (6:54)
- Interviews (12:45)
- Course Summary (2:24)
- END OF COURSE
Sneak Peek Into Our Course
Sneak Peek
Into Our Course
Finding the best way to inspire your child goes beyond lessons. It is about the experience that builds confidence, creativity, and independence. Spark Design Academy is designed to complement home education with expert-led learning that helps every learner thrive.
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