Fashion degrees at UCA

Whether you dream of launching a sustainable fashion brand, curating editorial photography for top magazines, or building your own retail empire, our fashion and textiles courses will set you on the path to success.

At UCA, we offer a range of fashion degrees and textiles courses, designed to give you hands-on experience and industry insights. You’ll learn from academic and industry experts, take part in competitions and live briefs, and develop the skills and professional connections needed to thrive in the fashion industry.

Our fashion and textiles degree courses are based at UCA Epsom, with the newly opened Wells Building which provides you with cutting-edge spaces to create, collaborate, and innovate. For more information view the fashion and textiles facilities.

Join one of the top fashion universities in the UK and explore different types of fashion courses to shape your future in this exciting industry.


Fashion at UCA

1:27

Fashion degrees at UCA
GFW Catwalk 2026

1:12

UCA at Graduate Fashion Week
Epsom Fashion Catwalk 2026

1:10

Epsom Grad Show 2026
Fashion alumna, Jodie, talks about how her time at UCA helped her career at Stella McCartney

1:23

Working at Stella McCartney

Undergraduate Fashion & Textiles degrees

Postgraduate Fashion & Textiles degrees

Lauren Tugwell, BA (Hons) Fashion Photography

University guides for fashion students


How to make a perfect fashion portfolio for university How to write a great UCAS personal statement for a fashion degree What careers can you do with a fashion degree Can I apply for a fashion degree through Clearing?

Explore our student work

Each year, we’re privileged to be able to share our graduates’ incredible work with the world. And now’s your chance to take a look.

 

Open Days at UCA

We know that Open Days play a big role in helping you decide which university is right for you. Booking is now open for our on-campus Open Days.

Book your Open Day Launch the Virtual Tour

Two minute stories


Stories from our Fashion & Textiles students
Calvin Klein photoshoot
Eve Jappy
A day in the life at Calvin Klein
A model wearing clothing designed by Zeshaan Iqbal for his UCA final major project
Zeshaan Iqbal
Zeshaan's Master move with Dior
Behind the scenes of Graduate Fashion Week
Graduate Fashion Week
Peek behind the scenes of 2023 GFW
Image shows UCA graduate Kreszend Sackey
Kreszend Sackey
Making a statement with Afro styles

Upcoming webinars


Course & subject webinars


There's no upcoming webinars. Please check back again soon.


Student experience webinars


21 Oct 2026

Making an Outstanding Portfolio & Applicant Day Advice

We know that creating an outstanding portfolio can be difficult when you’re not sure where to start, so we’re here to get you started with our top tips on what to include and how to submit it.   Book now: Making an Outstanding Portfolio & Applicant Day Advice

18 Nov 2026

How to write a personal statement for a creative degree

Join us for an engaging online webinar that provides you with the latest insights, expert knowledge, and a unique opportunity to interact directly with our panel of experts! Book now: How to write a personal statement for a creative degree

9 Dec 2026

Supporting Students at University - Information for Parents & Guardians

Is your child thinking about applying to university? Are you unsure of how to support them through this important application? We’re here to help you and your child navigate through the UCAS application process.   Book now: Supporting Students at University - Information for Parents & Guardians

20 Jan 2027

Making an Outstanding Portfolio & Applicant Day Advice

We know that creating an outstanding portfolio can be difficult when you’re not sure where to start, so we’re here to get you started with our top tips on what to include and how to submit it.   Book now: Making an Outstanding Portfolio & Applicant Day Advice

27 Jan 2027

Postgraduate Opportunities – A focus on PhDs & Masters

At UCA, we offer a range of postgraduate options at both Master's and PhD level that will help you further your skills, ready for a career within the creative industries.  Book now: Postgraduate Opportunities – A focus on PhDs & Masters

17 Feb 2027

How to Apply to Accommodation

Applying for accommodation can be a confusing process when you’re unsure of what to look out for, from different room options to staying in halls or in private accommodation off-campus, there’s a lot to consider. But don’t worry, we’re here to help.   Book now: How to Apply to Accommodation

18 Feb 2027

Living at Home while at Uni

Want to know what its like to be a student who commutes? Join us to speak to our panel of commuter students, and find out how to still obtain the most from student life while having all the comforts of home. Book now: Living at Home while at Uni

31 Mar 2027

Postgraduate Opportunities – A focus on PhDs & Masters

At UCA, we offer a range of postgraduate options at both Master's and PhD level that will help you further your skills, ready for a career within the creative industries.  Book now: Postgraduate Opportunities – A focus on PhDs & Masters

14 Apr 2027

A Guide to Student Finance & Budgeting at University

Want to know more about student finance and budgeting at university? We understand everyone’s financial situations are different, and at UCA we try to support you as much as possible throughout your time with us. Book now: A Guide to Student Finance & Budgeting at University

There's no upcoming webinars. Please check back again soon.

Fashion & Textiles facilities

Print Studios, UCA Epsom

Epsom: Digital Fashion & Print Studios

Fashion Atelier Studios

Epsom: Fashion Design Atelier

Fashion Atelier Studios

Epsom: Sewing & Fabrication Workshop

Careers in Fashion

After graduating from one of our Fashion & Textiles degrees, you'll have the skills and contacts to launch your career in a range of areas in the industry, including:

  • Fashion buying and merchandising
  • Fashion design
  • Trend forecasting
  • Editorial copywriting and photography
  • Event management
  • Commercial or editorial make-up artistry
  • Art direction
  • PR & Marketing
  • Fabric technology
  • Designing and making
  • Art education or teaching
  • Arts administration
  • Gallery direction

Find out more about the careers you can do with a fashion degree

Fashion & Textiles news


Explore the latest news from this subject area.
View all news View all blogs
'Uncanny: Look At Me' by Doha Park, MA Digital Fashion
overlay icon close
16 Sep 2026

Uncanny digital fashion project named Rookie Awards Runner-Up
UCA Epsom Catwalk at GFW 2026
overlay icon close
22 Jun 2026

Award Wins and Catwalk Success at Graduate Fashion Week 2026
Minoo Fazeli's collection on the catwalk at LFW 2026
overlay icon close
04 Jun 2026

Front Row Wisdom: GFW Tips from a LFW trailblazer
Proletcultism by Vlad Tabacaru
overlay icon close
28 May 2026

UCA fashion grad unveiled as Talent of Tomorrow

Fashion SVP Designer of the Year winner Yiet Kuan Lau (Sky)
overlay icon close
06 May 2026

Student wins Fashion SVP’s Designer of the Year Awards
'Petals for the People' by Charmaine Chong. Liberty Fabrics X GFW
overlay icon close
11 Mar 2026

Students named Top 40 winners of Liberty Fabrics x GFW competition
© Sakaynah Hunter
overlay icon close
08 Mar 2026

Miss Universe GB Finalist champions women and girls this IWD
Jasmine Lenthall, BA (Hons) Fashion Business & Management, UCA Epsom
overlay icon close
19 Dec 2025

5 reasons to study a fashion business course in September 2026

Explore UCA


With access to specialised equipment, studio spaces, and the latest technology, our campuses  are dynamic and exciting environments in which to experiment and innovate. Find out more about studying at UCA.

All undergraduate degrees How to apply Open Days Student life Fees and funding Accommodation International students Virtual tours Order a prospectus

Start your application