Why did you apply for BSc (Hons) Buying and Merchandising at London College of Fashion?
I originally applied to study BSc (Hons) Fashion Management at London College of Fashion because I knew I wanted to work on the business side of fashion. I’ve always been interested in how brands grow and how trends translate into commercial success. However, when I received my offer, it was actually for BA (Hons) Fashion Buying and Merchandising, a course I had never even heard of at the time and had no idea what it involved.
After doing my research and looking deeper into the course structure, I realised it was exactly what I wanted, where creativity meets data and trend awareness meets commercial decision-making. It turned out to be an amazing course, and I have really enjoyed all the projects I have worked on.
As part of your course, you studied at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia — can you tell us a bit about that experience?
This was definitely the highlight of my degree! I wanted to push myself outside of my comfort zone and gain a more global perspective on the fashion industry. I felt that experiencing a different market firsthand would broaden my understanding of retail strategy and consumer behaviour internationally, and it absolutely did!
The best part of the experience was the independence and confidence I gained. Being in a completely new environment challenged me to adapt quickly and become more self-reliant, both academically and personally. It forced me to grow in ways I hadn’t expected.
Melbourne’s street style and retail landscape were also incredibly inspiring. Outside of university, I had so much fun exploring the city, discovering new neighbourhoods, and meeting people from all over the world.
