Fashion Product Design Semester with Internship

UAL Study Abroad Semester dates

Dates: 18 January 2027 - Friday 16 April 2027

Semester break is week beginning 1 March 2027

Application deadline: 1 October 2026  
Fee payment deadline: 7 December 2026  
Fee: £12,430

Internship dates

Dates: 19 April - 21 May 2027

Application deadline: 1 October 2026  
Fee payment deadline: 7 December 2026  
Fee:  £2,797

Total: £15,227

• The Semester with Internship programme is delivered as part of UAL’s Study Abroad offer and includes an assessed internship component delivered in partnership with Arcadia Abroad.
• Students will study at UAL before undertaking an internship as part of the overall programme structure.
• The internship forms an integral part of the academic programme and must be undertaken for credit approved by your home institution.

Do I need a visa?

All students will require a Student Route Visa that will cover the duration of the full 18-week programme including the internship. More information on Study Abroad visas.

• The Semester plus Internship programme is delivered as part of UAL’s Study Abroad offer and includes an assessed internshipcomponent delivered in partnership with Arcadia.
• Students will study at UAL before undertaking an internship as part of the overall programme structure.
• The internship forms an integral part of the academic programme and must be undertaken for credit approved by your home institution.
• Students must be sponsored by UAL under the Student visa route for the full duration of the programme. The internship element is subject to the conditions of the Student visa.
• Students are expected to fully engage with both the academic and internshipelements of the programme.

Further information on visa requirements can be found on our Study Abroad visas and immigration page.

How are internship placements arranged?

London is a hub for institutions across the arts and creative sector. Support will be provided by our internship provider, Arcadia Abroad, on how to apply for the best placement type for you.

Placements include a range of roles and industries across London. Placements will be confirmed in approximately mid-March.

Some examples of the types of fields / placement:

• Advertising (for example, firm-based)

• Arts (for example galleries, museums, theatre)

• Business (for example SMEs and entrepreneurship)

• Film & TV (for example production companies)

• Graphic Design (provided applicants have relevant technical skills)

• Hospitality (for example hotels, bars, restaurants)

• Journalism & Publishing (for example publications or agencies)

• Marketing (both as a placement and a field – for example in-house or agency)

• Non-Government Organisations (for example not-for-profit, socially-focussed)

• Politics (for example local councillor offices, political PR)

• Public Relations (for example, agencies, client support)

Who is this programme for?

This programme is ideal for students currently studying outside the UK, who are looking for:

• creative internships in London

• fashion internships in London

• design internships in London

• arts internships in London

• creative industries internships in London

The UAL Study Abroad Semester with Internship runs in the Spring Semester only. You will need to complete the full 13-week UAL Study Abroad Semester to progress to the 5-week internship.

If you are a UAL student looking to study abroad, or an overseas student looking for exchange opportunities, please visit our Student Mobility page.

What does the Internship module involve?

Students will complete an Internship academic module alongside their placement, with in-person weekly class sessions scheduled concurrently.

The Internship academic module is designed to help you make the most of your internship experience. Through guided reflection and practical activities, you will:

• Build a digital resume and portfolio

• Set weekly personal development goals and track your progress

• Reflect on your professional placement and learning

• Strengthen your communication, collaboration and workplace skills

Where in London will I be based?

You will be based at University of the Arts London, studying at one of UAL’s Colleges across the city. Teaching locations vary depending on your academic units.

Your internship will take place with a creative organisation based in London. Placements may be located in different parts of the city, reflecting the diversity of London’s creative industries.

London’s extensive public transport network makes it easy to travel around though as a big city, the average commute time in London varies.