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This one year top-up programme offers direct entry into the final year of a Bachelors degree to students who have successfully completed a relevant HND (or equivalent), or who have completed the second year of relevant undergraduate degree, who wish to use their current qualifications to develop skills in international fashion practices.
With a strong focus on employability and social responsibility, BA (Hons) International Fashion Business, is aimed at applicants from a variety of backgrounds who want to gain a professional understanding of the fashion industry.
The programme structure will provide a sound knowledge of international fashion business and provide opportunities for applicants who would like to establish their own fashion brand or business in this competitive globali...
1 year full-time
Our BA (Hons) International Fashion Business programme focuses on developing a broad knowledge of the fashion industry, building creative thinking and commercial acumen. You will acquire invaluable insight into the fundamentals of global business strategy, explore real market insight and future global trends as well as developing management, leadership, strategic and financial skills. Further, the programme is underpinned by the study of the cultural contexts of fashion, considering sustainability and contemporary society in relation to the future of the fashion industry.
The fashion industry is constantly changing, businesses are moving to more sustainable and environmental practices and are seeking to become more inclusive of the diverse communities they serve. This requires fashion graduates with the vision, entrepreneurial thinking, business management and marketing skills to be successful within this vibrant industry.
Graduates will become forward-thinking fashion business practitioner, capable of making clear and responsible decisions within an international framework. By joining the BA (Hons) International Fashion Business, you will take a journey that will put you at the forefront of current thinking within the fashion industry and prepare you to excel in your future career.
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These typical entry requirements may be subject to change for the 2025/26 academic year. Please check back for further details.
Full-time fee: £9,535 for the 2025/26 academic year (subject to Parliamentary approval). Fees for subsequent academic years may increase for inflation to reflect increased costs of course delivery (up to a maximum of 10% per academic year) and/or changes in UK government regulation. Inflationary increases will be calculated by reference to RPIx (RPIx is a measure of inflation in the UK). Fee increases are subject to limits imposed by UK government regulation.
Full-time fee: £20,000 per year. Tuition fees will remain the same for each year of your course providing you complete it in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study).
A degree typically comprises 360 credits, a DipHE 240 credits, a CertHE 120 credits, and an integrated masters 480 credits. For courses that offer a placement year option that starts in September 2025, the tuition fee is £1,907 (subject to Parliamentary approval). For courses that offer a study year abroad option that starts in September 2025, the tuition fee is £1,430 (subject to Parliamentary approval). Placement Year fees and study abroad fees for subsequent academic years may increase for inflation to reflect increased costs of course delivery (up to a maximum of 10% each academic year) and/or changes in UK government regulation. Inflationary increases will be calculated by reference to RPIx (RPIx is a measure of inflation in the UK). Fee increases are subject to limits imposed by UK government regulation.
All of the books required for the course are available from the library. The University also has PC labs and a laptop loan service. However, many students choose to buy some of the core textbooks for the course and/or a laptop. Students may also need to print their assignments and other documents. Campus printing costs start from 5p per page. Estimated costs are £300 for a laptop up to £100 each year for books and printing. Total optional cost: £600
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Money MattersThe unique mix of specialist pathways that this programme offers will enable successful graduates to locate their own practice and ambitions firmly within international industry and social contexts. The course encompasses cultural and business awareness, and offers students the opportunity to promote their work through showcases and simulated real-world scenarios such as mock interviews or pitches. Students exiting with a strong portfolio of work will have the opportunity to progress directly into postgraduate level or secure employment.
As the programme offers a broad content, the job roles graduates are able to enter are broader than many competitor courses. Students who successfully complete the Business Practice pathway will go on to work in roles such as buying, merchandising, product development, sourcing, manufacturing as well as new and emerging roles within the industry.
Graduates will have the confidence to adapt in the fast-changing environment of the fashion industry, and will have the literacy and understanding of contemporary and emerging technologies that will set them apart from other fashion graduates.
You can apply for the full-time option of this course through UCAS.
UCAS code(s)IFB6
Institution code: M40
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