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Summer Study Abroad - Fashion Design
Course introduction
On your 3-week Fashion Design course you will deep dive into research methods and design processes, developing strong fashion design ideas, and experiencing a similar journey to that of an undergraduate Central Saint Martins student in forming your own creative fashion identity.
You will be expected to push your ideas to expand and explore what is possible through the design process utilising different design techniques. You will engage with London’s streets, museums, exhibitions, cultural centres, stores, fabric shops and people watching, all as backdrop for your inspiration, research and investigation.
Dates and fees
Session 1
Dates: 29 June 2026 – 16 July 2026
Fee: £2,630
Application deadline: 11 May 2026
Fee payment deadline: The full fee payment is due within 2 weeks of receiving your offer
Duration: 3 weeks, with classes Monday to Thursday
Location: Central Saint Martins - Granary Square
Session 2
Dates: 20 July 2026 – 6 August 2026
Fees: £2,630
Application deadline: 1 June 2026
Fee payment deadline: The full fee payment is due within 2 weeks of receiving your offer
Duration: 3 weeks, with classes Monday to Thursday
Location: Central Saint Martins - Granary Square
Entry requirements
English requirements
You should be proficient in written and spoken English and be able to participate in group discussions and presentations. As a guideline we would expect you to have an English language level equivalent to IELTS score of 6.0. A certificate is not required.
Academic requirements
This course does not require any prior subject experience and is open to all levels. Students must be over 18 wanting an undergraduate-level of study.
Application requirements
When applying you will be required to provide us with:
- A copy of your in-date passport. Your passport needs to cover the whole length of the course;
- A 200-300 word personal statement. The personal statement should indicate why you plan to Study Abroad in London at UAL. You should indicate why you would like to join the course for which you are applying.
Course details
In addition to sketchbook work, you will drape on mannequins and experiment with mixed media materials. You will discover the significance of fashion illustration and be taught by some of CSM’s most experienced fashion illustration tutors.
You will develop your own drawing style with processes such as analytical / figurative observation, marking making, stencils, mono prints, rubbings, collage, papercuts, rubbings and 2D to 3D exploration.
You will engage in conversations with classmates and be supported by one-to-one tutorials. This course will stimulate and challenge you in the same way fashion students at CSM are stretched every day. The work produced at the end of your course will form a group exhibition, as well as form an important part of your own fashion portfolio.
Course overview
Week 1 Research - learning skills and techniques
Week 2 Development - applying skills and techniques
Week 3 Communication - refining outcomes and presentation skills
Credits
- This course is the equivalent to 4 US / 16 UK / 8 ECTS style credits. For more information check our credits and assessments page.
- If you’re planning to claim credit towards your degree, be sure to check with your home institution before you apply. Please note that some institutions may have a different credit equivalence, please check this with your home institution.
Post-course
Study Abroad students receive a Record of Study 6-8 weeks after completion of their course. They will also receive a digital badge and downloadable certificate from Accredible after their Record of Study is issued. Badges can be shared in digital portfolios, used on CVs and added to social media profiles such as LinkedIn.
Why choose this course?
- experience a taster of the prestigious BA Fashion Design degree programme at Central Saint Martins
- learn from tutors who are practicing artists, designers and communicators.
- meet like-minded individuals from around the world!
- get involved in UAL life through social events and activities.
- All courses are assessed and you'll receive a record of study at the end of the programme if you wish to request credit from your home institution.
Materials
You will be provided with a basic set of drawing paper, pens/pencils, and a sketchbook. You will also be provided with basic sewing equipment; fabric scissors, tape measure, pattern master.
Please ensure you bring:
- Camera or smartphone
Summer Study Abroad Award
We offer two Summer Study Abroad Award for for two students on one of our 3-week Summer Study Abroad courses.
To be eligible, you must be 18 years or older, hold an offer to join one of our 3 week Summer Study Abroad courses, and be enrolled on an undergraduate degree programme outside the UK.
- The award covers the tuition-fee only and depends on you successfully enrolling for the course. Our cancellation policy still applies.
- Award winners will be asked to take part in promotional activities to promote Summer Study Abroad, including social media posts and takeovers, and blog writing.
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Visas and immigration
Check which visa you need and start planning your travels!
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