BA Fashion Business Managem with Integrated Foundation Year
Course overview
The Fashion Business & Management BA with Integrated Foundation Year at the University for the Creative Arts is a four-year programme that is designed to build your creative skills and prepare you for degree-level studies in fashion business. This course will help you develop a strong base in creative practices and study skills relevant to the fashion industry.
The foundation year aims to give students the confidence and fundamental knowledge they need to progress smoothly into the main aspects of the Fashion Business & Management degree.
During the foundation year, students will learn through various methods, including workshops, projects, and group activities, which is all aimed at enhancing their creative thinking and practical abilities. Their progress will be assessed through portfolio development, project submissions, and possibly written assignments.
Entry requirements
To apply for this course, you need to write a personal statement. In it, explain why you want to study Fashion Business & Management BA with Integrated Foundation Year at UCA and give important details about your educational history. You will also need a letter of recommendation from a teacher or an employer. If you have 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 32 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 5.5 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.
Scholarships
Full Fee Payment Discount
Value: £1,000 fee reduction
Up to £1,000UCA Creative Development Scholarships
Value: £3,000 fee deduction for the first year
Up to £3,000UCA International PhD Scholarship
£5,000 fee reduction for the first year and a £3,000 fee reduction for year two and three.
UCA Merit Scholarship
Value: £4,500 fee deduction for the first year.
Up to £4,500
Career opportunities
This course is designed to prepare you for a range of roles within the fashion industry. Potential career paths include:
- Fashion Assistant
- Retail Assistant (Fashion)
- Marketing Intern (Fashion)
- E-commerce Assistant (Fashion)
- Buying Assistant (Fashion)
- Merchandising Assistant (Fashion)
Cost of study
For students from countries outside the UK, the tuition fee to study Fashion Business & Management BA with Integrated Foundation Year at UCA for the 2025/26 session is £16,950.
Admission
You can apply to study Fashion Business & Management BA with Integrated Foundation Year at UCA through UCAS or directly to the university using their online application form. Our trained counsellors can help you with your applications.
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