International Fashion Design (Top-Up)

Manchester Metropolitan UniversityManchester, United Kingdom

Course overview

This one year top-up programme offers direct entry into the final year of a Bachelors degree to students who have successfully completed a relevant HND (or equivalent), or who have completed the second year of relevant undergraduate degree, who wish to use their current qualifications to develop skills in international fashion practices. With a strong focus on employability and social responsibility, BA (Hons) International Fashion Design, is aimed at applicants from a variety of backgrounds who want to gain a professional understanding of the fashion industry. The course equips its students w

Key highlights

Direct entry into final year for HND or Level 5 graduates
Develops skills in international fashion practices
Strong focus on employability and social responsibility
Builds professional understanding of the fashion industry

Entry requirements

GCSE: C/4 — to include Mathematics, English
HNC / HND: Merit — Completed with a grade of Merit
Additional condition: portfolio — We will ask for a portfolio of your work as part of your application.

Scholarships

International Undergraduate Scholarships
£2,000 for each year of your degree.
Up to £2,000
Sanctuary Scholarship
Sports Scholarship
The total package is worth up to £10,000 per year. Additional support is available for exceptional applicants.
Vice-Chancellor’s International Regional Scholarship
Value: 50% of tuition fees in the first year of study.
Up to 50% of fees

Careers this course leads to

Fashion Designer
Assistant Designer
Textile Designer
Fashion Buyer
Product Developer
Trend Forecaster

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,535 per year | International: £21,500 per year

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 Manchester Metropolitan University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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