Students on this course come from around the globe and combine to create a unique, energetic and dynamic year group. They come either with:
- prior industry experience
- a foundation degree
- a Higher National Diploma (HND)
- as BA students transferring after their second year.
This is a really exciting opportunity to develop a fuller understanding of the breadth and connection of the global fashion arena. Through projects related to international fashion, you'll explore the range of career opportunities possible within the industry.
The main subject areas covered are:
- Fashion brand marketing and promotion
- Global product sourcing; management and ethics
- Visual communication, consumption and contemporary culture
- Product development, buying and selection
- Trend analysis, trend research and visual presentations.
Which course?
If you're thinking of studying one of our Fashion Marketing, Management and Communication courses but aren't sure which one is for you, take a look at some short course comparisons
which might help you make your mind up!
Art and Design Degree Shows 2012
Our final-year Art and Design Degree Shows will be taking place in May and June at the University. 20 courses will be showcasing inspirational work across the campus and the shows are open to the public.
Find out about our Degree Shows on the School of Art & Design website.
Open days
Our open days will help you find out about our courses and the University. You'll meet our lecturers and current students and get to see the fantastic facilities we have. Find out the dates of our next open day.
Any questions?
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Please note the following information for applicants
How you study
This course is modular and the majority of teaching focuses on theory as well as written and visual coursework. The course is delivered through lectures, seminars, tutorials, workshops and external study visits.
Year One
This course has a whole range of cutting-edge features which puts it above any other comparable course available in the UK today. These include:
- the opportunity to work on live projects and competitions with established brands and fashion-related organisations
- structured study visits to a major international fashion capital
- unique opportunities to be part of national and international promotional and live events
- collaborations with professional bodies such as the Designer Forum, a boy set up within EMTEX (the East Midlands Textile Association) to provide business and design support to fashion companies, designers, consultants and students.
Assessment
Assessment is continuous and based on coursework.
Specialist equipment and facilities
You'll have full use of our modern workshops spaces, with full integrated IT systems and an electronic student support network.
Take a look at our art and design facilities through 360 degree panoramas and images.
Course visits and trips
Guest lectures by visiting industry professionals, entrepreneurs and research specialists add to the high level of expertise you'll be exposed to.
You'll have the opportunity to work on live projects and competitions and take part in a study visit to a major international fashion city, such as New York or Florence.
Your future career
Recent graduates from this course occupy roles such as:
- retail buying
- product selection
- global sourcing
- marketing and branding
- visual communication
- styling
- journalism.
Employer destinations include some of the major global brands such as:
- Ralph Lauren
- Christian Dior
- Burberry
- Vivienne Westwood
- Sonya Rykiel.
as well as UK high street names including:
- TopShop
- Next
- H&M
- George at Asda
- Per Una
- Florence and Fred at Tesco.
Work placements
Although this course does not offer a formal placement year, students are encouraged to undertake informal work placements and enter live industry competitions. All our courses are vocationally focused and benefit from strong links to industry.
Giving you competitive advantage
In today's competitive job market graduates often find that a degree is no longer enough to attract employers. A work placement is a valuable addition to your education. You'll gain real-life work experience that will make you stand out from the crown and enhance your employability in your chosen field of work.
What are the benefits of a work placement?
Practical work experience has many benefits for you. It can help in your day-to-day studies and is often paid. It can enhance your commercial awareness and your ability to link theory and practice which will be an invaluable skill in your future career. Although a work placement is highly recommended, obtaining one is based on an individual's effort and is not guaranteed.
How to apply
Application for this course is through UCAS application form. For more general information on the UCAS application process please visit the UCAS website.
If you are an International (non-EU) applicant you will still need to apply to us through UCAS, but can find information and guidance about the application process on our Applying and Fees for International (non-EU) students web page.
Please note that applicants cannot use credits from a previously completed degree in order to apply for this course.
Application deadline
- 2012 entry: 15 January 2012
- 2013 entry: 15 January 2013
Applications received after this date will be marked as late, and only considered if places are still available after all on time applications have been assessed.
We have a number of open days that take place throughout the year. If you'd like to visit us click on the 'Book an Open Day' button at the top right of this page.
Interviews and work submissions
Selection for this course takes place via statement, interview and portfolio (if available) (UK students), or work submission (overseas students). Once we have received your UCAS application we will ask you to submit us a supplementary statement to us explaining why you wish to study this particular course at NTU.
UK applicants
Our Admissions Tutor will use your statement to help decide whether to progress your application to interview stage. If you are invited to attend an interview, you'll bring your portfolio (if available) and/or evidence of written work with you. For more information about what we look for during an interview download our BA (Hons) International Fashion Business interview information.
Overseas applicants
If you live outside the UK we'll ask you to submit examples of your work (if available) and/or a recent report or essay.
English language requirements
English language entry requirements for courses in the School of Art & Design, and a full list of all English language qualifications accepted by the University are available on our website.
Mature applicants
We welcome applications from mature applicants (over the age of 21) for this course, and will assess candidates of this nature on an individual basis. If you're a non-standard applicant you'll still need to apply by UCAS form but you don't necessarily need to meet our minimum entry requirements. For this particular course we would expect applicants without the formal academic requirements to have considerable relevant industry work experience.
Any questions?
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
Email us
Telephone: +44 (0)115 9418 418
