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Fashion business and communication short courses

Develop new skills in fashion media, business and communication with a UAL Short Course. Whether you're looking to break into the fashion media industry, start your own fashion empire or expand your creative portfolio to advance your career, our courses are designed to help you achieve your goals.

Short courses take place online and at UAL's world-renowned colleges, including Central Saint Martins and London College of Fashion.

Explore our evening classes and weekend courses which offer flexible study options, with 5-week or 10-week formats available, or study online from the comfort of your own space and get the same, high quality learning experience at a time that suits you or on-demand.

Alternatively join us for Summer, Winter, or Spring School. Each school offers a unique experience of studying at UAL.

UAL Short Courses are suitable for every level, all designed with appropriate class sizes, so tutors can help each individual improve their knowledge and get to the next level.

Our courses offer the opportunity to:

  • Learn from fashion business and media industry professionals
  • Gain an understanding of how the fashion media industry works
  • Develop practical fashion business skills to support professional growth
  • Benefit from set lessons and assignments to support your learning
  • Gain friendly tutor feedback and helpful critiques to guide your progress
  • Supportive group sessions to share ideas and get fresh perspectives
  • A digital badge to display on your CV or portfolio, and a certificate of completion

Featured short courses

Fashion communication
Art Direction For Fashion Short Course

Art Direction For Fashion Short Course

£860

Create compelling visuals for brands, tell stories and make emotional connections. This is a practical, fast-paced course led by industry experts. Available both on campus and online.

  • Dates - 22 June 2026 to 26 June 2026
  • Schedule - Monday to Friday
Fashion business
Fashion Business Practice Short Course

Fashion Business Practice Short Course

£1530

Launch your fashion career. Get an insider's look at the industry. This intro course covers the fashion business landscape for aspiring entrepreneurs and professionals.

  • Dates - 10 August 2026 to 21 August 2026
  • Schedule - Monday to Friday
Fashion business
How To Start Your Own Fashion Business Short Course

How To Start Your Own Fashion Business Short Course

£780

Dream of a fashion company? This practical course guides you through setting up a fashion business. Develop business ideas through engaging lectures, workshops, and projects.

  • Dates - 10 August 2026 to 14 August 2026
  • Schedule - Monday to Friday
Fashion business
Fashion Buying and Merchandising Short Course

Fashion Buying and Merchandising Short Course

£850

Fashion buying and merchandising course to explore fashion from your unique perspective, creating a portfolio from inspiration to outcome. Learn more about the role of a fashion buyer or merchandiser.

  • Dates - 22 June 2026 to 26 June 2026
  • Schedule - Monday to Friday

Fashion communication
Introduction to Fashion Journalism Online Short Course

Introduction to Fashion Journalism Online Short Course

£590

Start your fashion journalism career. Learn catwalk reporting, shoot coordination, and content creation. Master writing and interview skills.

  • Dates - 17 August 2026 to 20 August 2026
  • Schedule - Monday to Thursday
Fashion business
Cool Hunting Fashion Short Course

Cool Hunting Fashion Short Course

£730

Explore fashion trends, cool hunting and forecasting. Gain insider knowledge of industry methodologies and create your own trend report.

  • Dates - 29 June 2026 to 3 July 2026
  • Schedule - Monday to Friday
Fashion business
The Complete Fashion Business Online Short Course

The Complete Fashion Business Online Short Course

£910

Build your fashion business from the ground up. Learn branding, marketing, and retail strategies.

  • Dates - 16 September 2026 to 2 December 2026
  • Schedule - Wednesdays
Fashion business
Sustainable Sourcing for Fashion Online Short Course

Sustainable Sourcing for Fashion Online Short Course

£430

Build sustainable fashion brands. Learn key systems and management practices. Online course for ethical brand development.

  • Dates - 2 July 2026 to 23 July 2026
  • Schedule - Thursdays

Read what our students have to say

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    Ludmila Moleman in the studio, Virtual Reality: London College of Communication | Photograph: Alys Tomlinson

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    Photograph: Sean Hawkey, UAL Short Courses

    Unlocking creativity: art direction in the fashion industry

    This week we hear from art director and short course student, Natalia Lareo. Natalia recently took our Art Direction for Fashion Short Course and Fashion Styling Online Short Course to expand her knowledge in this area.

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    Understanding the business side of fashion with short courses

    Two students share their insights on a range of our fashion business short courses. Hear what motivated them to consider short courses and how doing the courses has impacted both their professional and personal practice.