Fashion

Our BA (Hons) Fashion course has an excellent reputation for producing graduates recognised for their creativity, originality, versatility, and professional skills.

You’ll explore future-facing, contemporary fashion design in a hands-on, creative studio environment. Taking an individual approach to fashion design, you’ll develop ideas through original research, material experimentation, and practical making, learning by doing and refining your personal design practice.

Throughout the course, you’ll gain essential skills in fashion design and construction, with the opportunity to develop a textiles specialism such as knit, print, or embroidery. Critical and contextual studies will deepen your understanding of the global fashion industry, contemporary issues, and cultural diversity.

You’ll be encouraged to develop your own design philosophy that will shape your final collection and professional portfolio in your final year, underpinned by a commitment to sustainable practice.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• A history of success – Our students win awards for their work across the world, from the Gold Award at Graduate Fashion Week to the Mastercard x IDA sport competition.

• Manchester and beyond – Our network spans the globe, and includes placements, collaborations and live briefs from partner universities, workshops and design studios in China, India, Japan, Norway, Australia, France and beyond.

• Collaborative spirit – Work with other students on interdisciplinary projects in a studio environment, honing essential creative skills needed for the growing creative economy.

• Tailored to your interests – Select a textile specialism based on your interests and career aspirations, including print, knit and embroidery.

• Industry-standard facilities - You will have access to industry-standard equipment including a range of specialised sewing and joining machines and equipment, laser cutting equipment, 3D printing and the latest digital design software.