BA (Hons) Fashion Design Degree with Foundation
- Undergraduate
- London
Course Overview
Intake
Duration
Course Description
Define your signature style and learn how to transform concepts into collections that make an impact. On this BA (Hons) Fashion degree in London, you’ll explore the cultural, economic and sustainable practices shaping fashion today while mastering the technical skills to design for tomorrow. From your first year, you’ll take ideas from sketchbook to finished garment, developing skills in draping, fabric manipulation, pattern cutting, textile construction and garment manufacturing. On this course, your learning goes far beyond the studio. Live briefs with brands, portfolio development and computer-aided design sessions connect you directly to industry practice. Past students have collaborated with labels such as Oh Polly on projects exploring trend forecasting, sustainability and brand identity, reworking garments into fresh creations and presenting them on the catwalk with real professional feedback. Collaboration runs through every stage of the course, reflecting how the fashion world really works. You’ll graduate with a distinct collection, industry experience and the confidence to step into careers across the fashion industry, from designer and buyer to stylist, textile designer or visual merchandiser. If you don’t yet meet the entry requirements, you can still join through our Foundation in Design and Creative Business (Level 3) before progressing onto the full BA
Tuition Fee Details
For UK home students, tuition fees are £9,790 for the Foundation Year, followed by £9,790 per year for each subsequent year of study (Years 1–3). Tuition fees are reviewed annually and may be subject to change by the institution in line with government regulations and guidance.
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
UK qualifications
Foundation Year Requirements:
32 new UCAS tariff points, see accepted qualifications
Merit, Pass, Pass at BTEC Extended Diploma
Pass at UAL Extended Diploma
32 new UCAS tariff points from an accredited Access to Higher Education Diploma in an appropriate subject.
And four GCSE passes at grade A*-C and/or grade 4-9 including English (or Functional Skills English/Key Skills Communication Level 2).
Year 1 Undergraduate Requirements:
112 new UCAS tariff points
Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3 or 4)
Merit, Pass, Pass at BTEC Extended Diploma
Merit at UAL Extended Diploma
112 new UCAS tariff points from an accredited Access to Higher Education Diploma in an appropriate subject.
And four GCSE passes at grade A*-C and/or grade 4-9 including English (or Functional Skills English/Key Skills Communication Level 2).
Other qualifications
Non-Standard Entry:
For applicants who do not meet standard academic entry criteria, a flexible entry policy will allow for:
No formal qualifications are required, but applicants must have 2 years of relevant work experience and English proficiency to be able to demonstrate understanding of business analysis, effective time management and working with others.
An interview will be required to assess an applicant’s ability to meet the Level 3 qualification criteria/ benchmark.
Assessment via:
A Personal Statement explaining motivation and experience and an interview to assess readiness for study.
A written task to evaluate academic ability (if necessary).
Other relevant and equivalent level 3 UK and international qualifications are considered on an individual basis, and we encourage students from diverse educational backgrounds apply.
English Language Requirements
GCSE
Foundation Year:
English Language Proficiency
GCSE English at grade C/4 or equivalent · Functional Skills English Level 2. ·
Duolingo English Test (DET) 85 minimum preferably no minimum per component
IELTS
Year 1:
Other relevant and equivalent level 3 UK and international qualifications are considered on an individual basis, and we encourage students from diverse educational backgrounds apply. If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent.
Other
Other relevant and equivalent Level 3 UK and international qualifications are considered on an individual basis, and we encourage students from diverse educational backgrounds to apply.
For more information about the General Entry Requirements please visit the institution page
Course Structure
Stage 1 - The first stage covers the key areas related to your degree programme and will focus on either creative design or business. You’ll learn the theoretical knowledge and debates surrounding these disciplines and the historical and international contexts which underpin them. You will also begin to build the foundations for studying at degree level.
Stage 2 - This stage builds on the key research, analytical and reflective skills built in Stage 1. You will also have the opportunity to explore specialist areas of study and focus on your chosen path within the creative arts or business.
Stage 3 - You’ll undertake a self-directed, specialist project which will synthesise and conclude your newly learned knowledge. The Final Major Project consists of three units which include advanced language and study skills needed for progression onto an LCCA design or creative business undergraduate degree.
Stage 1 - The first stage covers the key areas related to your degree programme and will focus on either creative design or business. You’ll learn the theoretical knowledge and debates surrounding these disciplines and the historical and international contexts which underpin them. You will also begin to build the foundations for studying at degree level.
Stage 2 - This stage builds on the key research, analytical and reflective skills built in Stage 1. You will also have the opportunity to explore specialist areas of study and focus on your chosen path within the creative arts or business.
Stage 3 - You’ll undertake a self-directed, specialist project which will synthesise and conclude your newly learned knowledge. The Final Major Project consists of three units which include advanced language and study skills needed for progression onto an LCCA design or creative business undergraduate degree.