Program Overview
The Fashion at University of the Arts London is a Postgraduate Diploma 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 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 17,920 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Fashion 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
- Introduction / Induction
- Presentation to Course Team and fellow students of:
- Pre-entry (current trends shows and exhibitions) project
- Portfolios (as submitted for application)
- Design Inspiration Project
- Design and Make Project
- Industry Project
- Muse Project
- Portfolio Preparation
- IT for Presentation
- Research and Cultural Awareness
- Fabric and Fibre Awareness
- Final Project Development
- Final Project Realisation
- Personal and Professional Development (PPD)
- English language support
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
We consider applicants who have already achieved an educational level equivalent to a BA (Honours) Degree in fashion, or in a closely related design discipline e.g. fashion textiles, accessory design, jewellery design.
You can demonstrate the required educational level by:
- Having the qualifications named above
- Having professional qualifications recognised as equivalent to an Honours Degree
- Prior experiential learning, the outcome of which can be demonstrated to be equivalent to the formal qualifications otherwise required
- A combination of formal qualifications and experiential learning that, taken together, can be demonstrated to be equivalent to the formal qualifications otherwise required
English language requirement
All classes are conducted in English. If English is not your first language you will be asked to provide evidence of your English language ability in order to apply for a visa, enrol, and start your course.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 17,920 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 17,920 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of the Arts London 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 the Arts London
University of the Arts London
London, England
The University of the Arts London (UAL) is a public collegiate university in London, England, United Kingdom. It specialises in arts, design, fashion, and the performing arts. The university is a...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months