BA Fashion Design with Business
Course overview
The BA Fashion Design with Business at Glasgow Caledonian University is designed to teach you the art of creative design and the principles of practical business. This course combines fashion design with business to produce innovative and entrepreneurial market-ready fashion graduates.
During this programme, you will gain a deep understanding of the global fashion industry, particularly the marketing and business aspects. You’ll also learn about sustainable fashion industry practices and develop several technical and practical skills, including pattern cutting, garment construction, and computer-aided fashion design software.
In addition to traditional teaching methods, this course emphasises practical learning through live case study challenges and field trips. Essentially, you will graduate ready to work several roles on the business side of the fashion industry or simply start your own business.
Entry requirements
These are the standard entry requirements to study BA Fashion Design with Business at Glasgow Caledonian University:
You may be offered admission without typical qualifications if you have relevant work experience and prior learning in the field.
Grade requirements
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As an applicant, you need a UCAS Tariff point of 135 with AAB in Art or Textiles in A-level.
English Proficiency
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International students also need to demonstrate English language proficiency, with a combined 6.0 with no element below 5.5 (or equivalent)
Scholarships
Early Payment Discount
This award entitles fee-paying students to a discount of 5% if fees are over £5,000 and the fees are paid in full prior to the first teaching date of the course.
New to GCU Undergraduate
Self funding International students who study a full-time course with Glasgow Caledonian University are eligible for up to £2,500 tuition fee discount per year off their course tuition fees.
Student Loyalty Discount
We are pleased to offer a Loyalty Discount of 30% to students who have previously graduated from GCU or one of our Founding institutions.
Up to 30% of fees
Career opportunities
As a graduate of BA Fashion Design with Business from Glasgow Caledonian University, you can pursue a career in roles such as:
- Branding and PR specialist
- Digital Marketing Consultant
- Business Development Specialist
- Fashion Educationist
- Visual Merchandiser
- Entrepreneur
Cost of study
The tuition fee (2025/2026) to study BA Fashion Design with Business at Glasgow Caledonian University is £15,200. However, expenses such as materials and studio fees are not included in the tuition fee.
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Glasgow Caledonian University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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