MA International Fashion Business

The MA in International Fashion Business at the University of East London is a one-year full-time programme. Students can choose between two pathways: Luxury Branding, focused on the management and development of luxury brands, and Marketing Management, which includes strategic marketing, digital marketing, and understanding consumer behaviour in fashion. 

During the course, there are chances to work on real projects, attend guest lectures, and go on trips to major fashion cities like Milan, Paris, and New York City. The core modules that students will study include Fashion Marketing and Public Relations, Luxury Brand Management, and International Fashion Business and Management. Students are typically assessed through essays, research projects, presentations, and a dissertation. 

By the end of the programme, students will have a strong understanding of the fashion supply chain, how consumers behave, and how to manage fashion brands effectively.

The University of East London (UEL) was founded in 1898 and is recognised for its high-quality research and teaching. According to the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF), 55% of UEL's research was evaluated as ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent.’ In fields such as Health, Sustainability, and Computer Science, 100% of impact cases were rated as outstanding.

UEL has received several accreditations and awards that reflect its dedication to quality and fairness. It was awarded University of the Year for Teaching Quality by the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025. Additionally, UEL is one of only five universities in the UK to hold the Mental Health Charter Award, and it has received the Athena Swan Silver Award for promoting gender equality.

• Consideration will be given to applicants who show eagerness to learn and possess practical life or work experience relevant to the course. 

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants are expected to have a 2:2 Bachelor's degree or an equivalent international qualification, which proves that they are knowledgeable about the fashion industry.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants are required to have an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no skill section scoring below 5.5. They may also submit TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, or other recognised test scores to prove their English proficiency.

For the 2025/26 academic year, international students pursuing the University of East London’s MA International Fashion Business programme will pay the tuition fee of £16,140. This fee may increase annually.

At the University of East London (UEL), international students can access scholarships worth £500 to £5,000 to help lower tuition costs of certain undergraduate or postgraduate programmes. There's no need to submit a separate scholarship application, as students are automatically assessed during admissions. 

UEL also partners with organisations like Chevening and the Commonwealth Scholarships Commission to provide further opportunities. Please be aware that certain programmes, such as exchange and short courses, are excluded. 

To gain further information about the international scholarships available, please reach out to our trained counsellors at AHZ.

Graduates of the MA International Fashion Business from the University of East London are equipped to take on these career paths:  

• Entrepreneur

• E-commerce Manager 

• Brand Manager 

• Retail Manager 

• Fashion Design Manager

• Business Development Manager

Use the online application form on the University's website to apply. If you require assistance, please contact one of our trained counsellors.