Program Overview

Introduction to the MA Fashion Communication Course

The MA Fashion Communication course is designed for creative innovators who want to shape how fashion connects with audiences in a fast-changing world. This course prepares students for diverse roles in fashion media, PR, advertising, styling, and beyond, ensuring they graduate ready to lead and adapt in a dynamic global market.

Course Details

• Level of study: Masters
• Entry Requirements: 2.2 honours degree, with additional requirements for international students
• Start date: September 2026
• Duration: 1 year
• Attendance: Full-time
• Course delivery: On-campus (City Campus)

About the Course

The MA Fashion Communication course blends creativity with critical thinking, focusing on:

• Visual storytelling and creative direction
• Semiotic analysis and digital strategies
• Fashion journalism and editorial practice
• Cultural theory and trend analysis
• Ethical and inclusive communication

Through hands-on projects, industry collaborations, and reflective practice, students gain the confidence to push creative boundaries and develop a strong professional identity.

Module Information

The curriculum includes:

Core Modules

• Fashion Communication: This module combines theory, research, and creative practice to help students understand how communication shapes the industry today.
• The Fashion Industry: This module introduces trend research and examines how global trends shape the future of fashion.
• Culture and Collaboration: Students develop an advanced level of understanding of the wider cultural context for current and future work.
• Personal Project: Students choose from three exciting pathways: a traditional dissertation, a strategic business or marketing plan, or a creative output that showcases their vision.

Optional Modules

• Industry Practice: Students collaborate with global partners and industry clients to design innovative, future-focused solutions.
• Creative Enterprise in Fashion: This module is designed for aspiring fashion entrepreneurs, exploring start-up culture, innovation, and market positioning.
• Studio Practice: Students experiment with immersive technologies and creative tools to produce professional-standard outputs.
• Professional Practice: Students explore emerging roles, future work environments, and leadership in a rapidly evolving industry.
• Advancing Research Design: This module provides an explorative platform for students to extend their knowledge of research methods and methodologies.

Teaching and Assessment

Students learn through a dynamic mix of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, and interactive workshops. Assessments are designed to be inclusive and varied, with a mix of formats such as written reports, individual presentations, group projects, and creative concepts.

Entry Requirements

• UK students: 2.2 honours degree, with a personal statement illustrating knowledge and perspective on an aspect of the fashion industry.
• International students: 2.2 honours degree, with equivalent qualifications from around the world, and English language requirements.

Fees and Funding

• UK students: ｣12,150, with information on scholarships, discounts, and loans.
• International students: ｣18,300, with information on scholarships, discounts, and payment advice.

Careers and Employability

Graduates from MA Fashion Communication go on to shape the way fashion speaks to the world, with career paths including roles such as Fashion Journalist, PR Manager, Trend Forecaster, Fashion Stylist, and Art Director. The university provides support through its Employability Team, with services such as one-on-one coaching and industry-specific advice.

Campus and Facilities

Students are taught at the City Campus, with access to facilities such as collaborative working spaces, Mac suites, and libraries. The university also offers additional support, including study trips, industry connections, and showcase opportunities.

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• Fashion Marketing: MA
• International Fashion Management: MA
• Luxury Fashion Brand Management: MA