University of Hertfordshire

BA Fashion and Fashion Business

University of Hertfordshire

Course overview

The BA in Fashion and Fashion Business at the University of Hertfordshire is one of the few courses that merge the creative world with business strategy and sustenance. In this course, students will learn to explore their creativity while studying how to manage the business side of fashion. Areas such as product development, design, e-commerce, and digital strategies, as well as branding and promotion, are uncovered skillfully by an expert teaching team.

This course adopts a curriculum that includes 3D visualisations, technical drawings, and global market strategies, among other topics. During this programme, students learn with a focus on application through projects, internships, and work placements; these result in a strong portfolio upon graduation. 

Additionally, the university offers students the opportunity to work with partner companies such as Adidas, Puma, F&F, and many others. International students also receive educational support through a Creative Arts International Support Officer.

Entry requirements

The University of Hertfordshire accepts a wide range of qualifications specific to each country. However, here are the standard entry requirements to study BA in Fashion and Fashion Business at the University of Hertfordshire:

Applicants must present an acceptable portfolio of their artwork.

Grade Requirements

Applicants need a UCAS tariff point from 112 to 120. For A-Levels, BBC–BBB grades in creative subjects are required. The university also accepts BTECs with DMM–DDM grades.

Applicants with an International Baccalaureate Diploma need 112–120 points from a minimum of 2 Higher Level subjects at H4 or above to include Visual Arts at SL or HL (with the remaining points to come from a combination of HL, SL, and Core).

English Proficiency

Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

Scholarships

  • Dannenberg Scholarship (BEng)

    £1,000 (or share of)

  • Jarvis Centenary Scholarship

    £5,000 (over three years of study: £1,000 in the first year, £2,000 each in the second and third years) with at least one site visit or period of work experience with Jarvis Homes

    Up to £5,000

  • Kurt Dannenberg Bursary

    £1,000 (or share of)

    Up to £1,000

  • Professor Peter Lines Scholarship

    Value: £1,000

    Up to £1,000

  • The Janice Ann McNaughton Bursary

    £3,000 (paid in the first year of study)

    Up to £3,000

  • The Judges' and High Sheriffs' Scholarship

    two students will be awarded £1,500 each

    Up to £1,500

Career opportunities

With a BA in Fashion and Fashion Business from the University of Hertfordshire, graduates are fully equipped to pursue a career as:

  • Fashion Buyer  
  • Brand Manager  
  • Fashion Merchandiser  
  • Product Developer  
  • Fashion Marketing Specialist  
  • Retail Manager

Cost of study

The tuition fee (2025/2026 session) for a BA in Fashion and Fashion Business at the University of Hertfordshire is £15,965 per year of study.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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