BA Fashion Business Management

The BA Fashion Business & Management course at the University for the Creative Arts is designed to provide students with a strong understanding of the fashion industry, combining creative thinking with essential business and management skills. In this course, students will learn about the fashion system, including design, production, marketing, and retail, and how to apply business principles within this unique sector. The programme aims to equip you with the knowledge and abilities needed to succeed in various roles within the global fashion business.

In this course, students will learn through lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical projects, and their progress will be assessed through essays, presentations, group work, and the development of business plans and marketing strategies relevant to the fashion industry. This programme will also give students the opportunity to engage with industry professionals through guest speakers and potential projects, providing valuable insights into the real-world application of fashion business management.

The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) started in the 1800s when several art schools in Kent and Surrey joined together and officially became UCA in 2005, and is known as a specialist university in the UK that focuses on creative subjects.

The university has many courses for both undergraduate (first degree) and postgraduate (after degree) students. These courses include areas like Architecture, Crafts, Fashion, Graphic Design, Illustration, Fine Art, Photography, Film, Media, Performing Arts, and Creative Business.

UCA wants to be a supportive and welcoming place where creativity leads to new ideas and positive change. With different campuses in Surrey and Kent, and connections with people around the world, UCA offers a good community for students to improve their abilities and build good careers. The university is also known for its good teaching and strong connections with companies in the creative industries.

To apply for this course, you need to write a personal statement. In it, explain why you want to study BA Fashion Business & Management at the University for the Creative Arts and give important details about your education so far. You will also need a letter of recommendation from a teacher or an employer. If you have relevant work experience that relates to the course, you can include it in your CV with your application.

Grade Requirements:

For the 2025/2026 school year, the usual requirement to get in is 112 UCAS points. You can earn these points through different qualifications like A Levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma (at MPP grade), a BTEC Diploma (at MM grade), T Levels, or the International Baccalaureate. The university also considers other qualifications from around the world that are seen as equal to A Levels.

English Proficiency:

If English is not your first language, you will need to show that you understand English well. Usually, this means getting an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS test, with a score of at least 5.5 in each part. The university also accepts similar scores from other English language tests, like PTE or TOEFL.

For students from other countries, the tuition fee to study BA Fashion Business & Management at the University for the Creative Arts for the 2025/26 session is £17,500.

UCA offers different kinds of financial help, called scholarships and bursaries, to support students. These can be based on your creative abilities and other things. They also have partnerships for international students, such as the Saïd Foundation and GEMS for Life Scholarships. Some scholarships are given automatically, while others need you to apply.

Graduates of this course can pursue a variety of careers within the fashion industry. Here are some potential job titles:

• Fashion Buyer
• Merchandiser
• Marketing Executive (Fashion)
• Brand Manager (Fashion)
• Retail Manager (Fashion)
• E-commerce Manager (Fashion)

You can apply to study BA Fashion Business & Management at the University for the Creative Arts through UCAS or directly to the university using their online application form. Our trained counsellors are available to help you with your applications.