Fashion Design BA
Preston Campus, United Kingdom
BA (Hons) Fashion Design
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Fashion Design
Fashion Design BA (Hons) Program Overview
The BA (Hons) Fashion Design at the University of Central Lancashire is an award-winning program that has been producing successful graduates for more than 50 years. The course encourages extremely creative, highly personal, research-informed projects while delivering the necessary elements to fulfil your individual needs as an aspiring designer.
Throughout your studies, you will explore creative shape-making, avant-garde silhouettes, and sustainable textile solutions. You will push boundaries with forward-thinking concepts, 2D design, trend awareness, and garment creation for specific customers, the catwalk, and commercial fashion brands.
The program is delivered through a mix of tutorials, lectures, seminars, and practical sessions, with most teaching being studio and workshop based. You will be supported by an industry-relevant, research-active team of tutors, fashion designers, and technicians who are dedicated to nurturing your creativity at every step.
Key Program Highlights
- British Fashion Council membership with strong relationships with over 150 global fashion brands
- Studio and workshop-based teaching with access to textiles workshops, digital print studios, and sewing machine workshops
- Opportunity to showcase work at Graduate Fashion Week and present to key industry professionals
- Alumni working for leading brands including Burberry, Iris Van Herpen, Preen, Whistles, and Ted Baker
Curriculum and Modules
The Fashion Design BA curriculum is structured across three years, progressively building your creative and technical skills from foundational fashion knowledge to advanced personal design projects. Brief outcomes include 2D design, CAD and pattern cutting, and garment manufacture, alongside a rolling portfolio of your strongest work.
Introduction to Fashion Design
40 CreditsAn introduction to the broad area of fashion design covering essential creative skills including pattern cutting, garment construction, illustration, and textile techniques to start your fashion journey.
Fashion Illustration and CAD
20 CreditsDevelop your 2D design communication skills through fashion illustration, digital design tools, and computer-aided design techniques used across the fashion industry.
Creative Shape-Making and Pattern Cutting
40 CreditsExplore creative shape-making, avant-garde silhouettes, and innovative pattern cutting techniques to transform two-dimensional design ideas into three-dimensional garments.
Sustainable Textile Solutions
20 CreditsInvestigate sustainable and ethical approaches to textile design, material sourcing, and garment production, addressing the environmental challenges facing the contemporary fashion industry.
Fashion Enterprise and Industry Practice
20 CreditsUnderstand the processes of the fashion industry within the context of business enterprise, including branding, marketing, and the commercial aspects of building a fashion career.
Final Collection and Professional Portfolio
60 CreditsCreate a final fashion collection and professional portfolio that demonstrates your personal design identity, technical expertise, and creative vision, preparing you for industry or further study.
Elective Modules
Admission Requirements
The BA (Hons) Fashion Design program welcomes creative and passionate applicants from diverse educational backgrounds. Admission is based on academic qualifications, a creative portfolio demonstrating your design potential, and English language proficiency. Contact Uni4Edu for personalized guidance on your application.
Academic Requirements
- A-Levels96 UCAS tariff points from A-Level qualifications or equivalent
- BTECBTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma with appropriate points
- GCSEs5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including Maths and English
- International BaccalaureateIB Diploma with 96 UCAS tariff points from Higher Level subjects
- PortfolioA creative portfolio demonstrating design potential and visual awareness is required
English Language Requirements
- IELTSOverall score of 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5
- TOEFL iBTContact Uni4Edu for equivalent TOEFL score requirements
- PTE AcademicContact Uni4Edu for equivalent PTE Academic score requirements
Required Documents
Application Deadlines
For personalized admission guidance, document verification, and application support, please contact Uni4Edu
Scholarships and Funding
The University of Central Lancashire offers a range of scholarships and bursaries designed to support international students in funding their studies. Whether you excel academically or require financial assistance, there are options to help you pursue your fashion design degree. Contact Uni4Edu for full details on eligibility and how to apply.
UCLan International Scholarship
A merit-based scholarship available to international students demonstrating strong academic achievement and potential in their chosen field of study.
For detailed tuition fee information, please contact Uni4Edu — we will guide you through the costs and available funding options for this program.
Career Prospects
Graduates from the Fashion Design BA at UCLan have gone on to have successful careers across all sectors of the fashion industry. The university's strong relationships with over 150 global fashion brands and its membership in the British Fashion Council provide excellent networking and placement opportunities. Many graduates also establish their own successful fashion businesses and design studios.
Potential Career Roles
Where Graduates Work
Rankings and Recognition
The University of Central Lancashire is a well-established institution with academic roots dating back to 1828. It holds British Fashion Council membership and has been recognised for its fashion and textiles programs in national league tables. The university holds the highest five QS Stars rating for teaching quality and has been ranked in the top 7% of universities worldwide by the Centre for World University Rankings.
| Subject | Ranking Body | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Fashion and Textiles | Guardian University Guide | Top 20 in UK |
| Design Studies | National Student Survey | Top 20 in UK |
| Art and Design | Guardian University Guide | Contact Uni4Edu for current data |
| Fashion (Regional) | Guardian University Guide | 1st in North West England |
How to Apply
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Contact Uni4Edu
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Prepare Your Documents
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Submit Your Application
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Receive Your Offer
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