Why study a fashion design degree at UCA?

MA Fashion Design Studios, The Wells, Epsom

Preparing you for a career in the fashion industry

You’ll study practical modules throughout your degree that are designed to get you ready for a successful fashion career. You'll learn how to pitch ideas, develop start-ups, navigate e-commerce, and can even undertake a full-year industry work placement as part of your course.

 

Make-Up & Hair Design Studios, UCA Epsom

A key focus on sustainability

Become a sustainable fashion specialist through modules that explore inclusivity, ethics and the environmental impact of the industry. You’ll examine fashion’s role in climate change and explore innovative ways to drive positive change.

Fashion Design Studios, UCA Epsom

On the doorstep of one of the world’s fashion capitals

Our fashion degrees are delivered at our Epsom campus, just outside London; one of the world’s leading fashion hubs. This gives you the opportunity to connect with key industry figures and showcase your work at major events like London Fashion Week.

Fashion Atelier Studios, The Wells

Foundation year available

Our fashion and textiles degrees offer the option of an integrated foundation year, providing an alternative pathway to university study for students who may not meet the standard entry requirements.

Why Clearing applicants choose UCA

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A community of creatives

With our close-knit community of creatives by your side, at UCA you’ll be sure to find your voice, your people, and all the inspiration you need.

Life at UCA

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Access to all facilities

Being a UCA student means you can make use of workshops and studios across all of our campuses, even ones not directly related to your course. This allows you to expand your skillset and explore your creativity.

Facilities & Resources

Visual Communications Studios, Rochester House, Canterbury

Preparing you for the future

Many of our degrees are offered with an integrated work placement year, allowing you to gain real-world experience in the creative industries that will further develop your skills and CV.

Careers & Creative Futures

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Caring and supportive culture

You're never alone at UCA - whether it's help settling in, assistance with your studies, counselling or even advice on your finances, our student support services, the Students’ Union, your lecturers and your classmates will always be there to support you.

Support & Wellbeing

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