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BA (Hons) Fashion Design

VAVictoria College of Arts and Design (VCAD) · London

This course introduces students to creative practice, focusing on theoretical, practical, and technical components. In early stages, students develop essential skills for academic success and personal growth, emphasizing…

Tuition
£9,790/yr
Duration
3 years
Intakes
Nov, Feb
English
IELTS 6.0

Information from vcad.ac.uk, updated 26 June 2026About this information

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Course Overview

This course introduces students to creative practice, focusing on theoretical, practical, and technical components. In early stages, students develop essential skills for academic success and personal growth, emphasizing reflection and technical skills like visual communication. As they progress, they engage with methodologies, enhancing understanding of processes and fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving. Later units emphasize specialization and independent learning, encouraging self-initiated projects and professional outcomes. Throughout, students refine analytical, academic writing, and project management skills, promoting a holistic approach to creative practice.

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications

72 UCAS tariff points (or above) or 60 Credit Ofqual qualification at Level 3. For international qualifications, ECCTIS (formerly NARIC) will be used to establish equivalence to their comparable level in the UK.

English Language Requirements

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Year 1

Methods & Materials30 Credits
Encountering Place30 Credits
Exploring Subject30 Credits
Platforms of Exchange30 Credits

Year 2

Speculative Strategies30 Credits
Global Challenges30 Credits
Ideas & Audience30 Credits
Emergent Practice30 Credits

Year 3

Research & Development30 Credits
Publication30 Credits
Final Major Project30 Credits
Positioning Practice30 Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

94%
Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

🇬🇧 Your route to working in United Kingdom.

As a full-time student you'll apply for a Student visa covering the full course length. After graduating, most of our destinations offer a post-study work route allowing you to live and work with no sponsorship needed for a fixed period — often opening a path toward a skilled worker visa and eventual settlement. Full details on our United Kingdom guide →

Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
26 June 2026
Source
vcad.ac.uk

Course information on this page was last updated from the Victoria College of Arts and Design (VCAD) website available at vcad.ac.uk on 26 June 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with Victoria College of Arts and Design (VCAD); we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

What students say about Victoria College of Arts and Design (VCAD)

Reviews from students across Victoria College of Arts and Design (VCAD)'s programmes.

4.5

4.5 out of 5

Based on 3 reviews

Teaching Quality
4.7
Campus Life
4.3
Career Support
4.7
Value for Money
4.3

  • Feb 2026

    “The international office picked me up from the airport and had my accommodation keys ready. Lecturers actually know your name here.”
    Teaching Quality
    5/5
    Campus Life
    5/5
    Career Support
    4/5
    Value for Money
    5/5

    Ade O. · Nigeria · MSc Data Science

  • Feb 2026

    “The international office picked me up from the airport and had my accommodation keys ready. Lecturers actually know your name here.”
    Teaching Quality
    5/5
    Campus Life
    5/5
    Career Support
    4/5
    Value for Money
    5/5

    Ade O. · Nigeria · MSc Data Science

  • Feb 2026

    “The international office picked me up from the airport and had my accommodation keys ready. Lecturers actually know your name here.”
    Teaching Quality
    5/5
    Campus Life
    5/5
    Career Support
    4/5
    Value for Money
    5/5

    Ade O. · Nigeria · MSc Data Science

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