Program Overview
The Fashion Design at University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Fashion Design programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: GBP 12,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,300 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Preston, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Fashion Design programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Design Research 1
- Literature & Contextual Review (Written assignment)
- Design Practice 1
- Learning Agreement (Written document)
- Reflective Journal (Blog/ Research document)
- Body of Work (Portfolio)
- Design Research 2
- Position of Practice (Written assignment)
- Design Practice 2
- Learning Agreement (Written document)
- Body of Work (Portfolio)
- Body of Work (Portfolio/ Internal Conference Paper / Journal Article / Project)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Must include a good Honours Degree in the subject or equivalent professional/industrial experience with evidence of academic achievement. Applications must be accompanied by a research project proposal outlining their intended area of interest and proposed investigation.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,300 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,300 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Central Lancashire
University of Central Lancashire
Preston, United Kingdom
University of Central Lancashire is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-06-18
- Start Date 2018-09-25
- Language English
- Duration 12 months