Summer Study Abroad

College
London College of Fashion Level
No prior subject experience required

During this intensive three-week course at London College of Fashion, you will explore contemporary fashion marketing through audience, brand and content insights, using London as a source of research and inspiration.

Course introduction

Working individually and in small creative teams, you will investigate a fashion or beauty market, explore changing consumer behaviours and examine how brands build identity, community and cultural relevance. You will consider how contemporary campaigns connect across social media, creators and influencers, PR, events, retail, partnerships and other physical and digital touchpoints.

Through lectures, workshops, field research and industry insight, you will be introduced to approaches used by fashion marketers and communicators to research audiences, develop ideas, tell compelling stories and understand the impact of their work. You will apply your research and insights to develop a creative, multi-channel marketing and content campaign in response to a brand opportunity. The emphasis is not simply on producing content, but on understanding what to communicate, who you are communicating with, where it should appear and why.

You will also be encouraged to consider how climate, culture, inclusion and social responsibility are shaping contemporary fashion communication and consumer expectations. The course culminates in a collaborative presentation and showcase, giving you the opportunity to communicate your ideas, receive feedback and celebrate your work alongside the wider Summer Study Abroad community.

Dates and fees

Dates: 28 June 2027 – 15 July 2027
Fee: £2,890
Application deadline: 10 May 2027
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: London College of Fashion - Carpenters Rd

Want to do a longer course? Check out our 8-week Introduction to Fashion Business Summer School course.

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 also indicate why you would like to join the course for which you are applying.

Course details

Teaching and independent study time hours:

Our Summer Study Abroad courses offers 20 taught hours (per week) built into the schedule, 60 taught hours in total. As a frame of reference, Study Abroad recommends between 20-30 hours in total for additional independent / self-directed study time (average 7-10 hours per week) to further develop ideas and realise project ambitions.

Each of our 3-week Summer Study Abroad courses are developed at undergraduate level 4, although they are still open to all learners. Courses may suit a creative in the early stages of their career, or individuals looking to develop new skills and processes, (delivered in taster format), as well as those wishing to build on community and networking opportunities.

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 studying at London College of Fashion.
learn from tutors who are practicing in industry.
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 may find it helpful to bring:

A laptop