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BSc (Hons) Fashion Management

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College
London College of Fashion UCAS code
WN30 Start date
September 2026 Course length
3 years / 4 years (with placement year in industry)

Develop a strong foundation in management theory through the lens of the fashion industry, challenging you to think strategically and develop entrepreneurial skills.

Course summary

Apply to start in September 2026

This course has places available. Read our Guide to applying for a course starting this September through UCAS Extra. For a full list of UAL courses open for 2026/27 entry, visit the Courses with places available page.

Why choose this course at London College of Fashion

  • Business acumen: Develop a deep understanding of fashion business operations, from supply chain management to financial planning, enabling you to oversee complex fashion enterprises.
  • Chartered Management Institute Accreditation: You'll have the opportunity to graduate with an additional Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership.
  • Sustainability focus: Explore sustainable fashion practices and learn how to implement eco-conscious strategies within the fashion business to align with consumer demand for ethical brands.
  • Industry links: Learn from visiting fashion experts from companies such as Matches Fashion, Rixo, Net-a-Porter, Adidas and Harvey Nichols.
  • Graduate destinations: Graduates are highly employable and have gained roles within the industry with leading companies including John Lewis, Burberry, Christian Dior, Harrods, ASOS, Urban Outfitters, Ted Baker and Prada.

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Global experiences

This course offers the opportunity to study abroad for a semester or short-term (subject to meeting requirements). Going abroad as part of your degree is an exciting experience that helps you to build a global network. At LCF we have a range of partners across the world, including the USA, Australia, Italy and more.

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Course overview

Introduction

The highly reputable BSc (Hons) Fashion Management course, aims to prepare you for a successful career in the complex and competitive global fashion industry. 

This course will challenge you by equipping you with knowledge and skills in product planning, brand management, sustainability, supply chain, business analysis and financial accounting, retail and marketing. It will encourage you to become leaders and innovators in the business of fashion.

The programme is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). 

You'll have an opportunity to personalise your learning by following one of two subject paths in Year 2. This will enable you to focus on your preferred specialism developing high levels of knowledge supporting your future career path.

The course includes thought-provoking discussions into the macro environment, promoting creative thinking and strategic planning. Graduates of this course are highly employable and have gained roles within the industry with leading companies including luxury brands, high street leaders and online businesses.

What to expect

  • Financial Literacy and Data Analysis: The curriculum emphasises financial literacy, data analysis and the application of statistical models to solve problems and make informed decisions.  
  • Fashion Business and Management Foundations: You’ll develop a solid grounding in both theoretical and practical approaches to fashion business, buying, merchandising, supply chain and marketing as well as financial and leadership management skills.  
  • Global Supply and Demand Awareness: You'll gain an appreciation of the significance of responding effectively to the constant changes and challenges in global supply and demand.   
  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation: You’ll develop entrepreneurial skills and focus on innovative business models. 
  • Application of Fashion Management Theory: Throughout the course, you’ll be guided to apply the underlying theoretical principles of fashion management to the fashion industry.  
  • Communication and Presentation Skills: You’ll will develop communication skills through report writing, blogs and presentations.  
  • Independent Learning and Strategic Thinking: The course provides an approach to learning that encourages you to work independently and creatively whilst enabling you to develop confidence in becoming a reflective independent learner, strategic thinker and decision maker.  

 Work experience and opportunities 

You’ll also have opportunities to enter external competitions, such as the principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) Essay Competition and Education Awards. These initiatives recognise outstanding student and educator contributions that advance responsible management education and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), encouraging critical thinking, sustainability awareness and responsible leadership. 

After successful completion of stage 2, you can undertake a Diploma in Professional Studies: Industry, with a Work Placement or Diploma in  Professional Studies: Enterprise. This provides increased industry awareness as well as crucial experience and valuable contacts within the industry. Recent placements have included ASOS, Levis, Ted Baker, Jimmy Choo and Dr Martens, as well as placements abroad in Europe, New York, Australia, India and Hong Kong.  

Mode of study 

BSc (Hons) Fashion Management runs for 90 weeks in full time mode. It is divided into 3 stages over 3 academic years. Each stage lasts 30 weeks. 

Climate, Social and Racial Justice

We are committed to developing ethical Fashion Business practices. To achieve this, we are working to embed UAL’s Principles for Climate, Social and Racial Justice into the course.

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Course units

Year 1

The units you'll study in Year 1, Stage 1, Level 4 are as follows:

  • Introduction to Fashion Management (20 credits) This unit introduces the fundamentals of fashion management and prepares you for undergraduate study. You will explore the discipline, develop academic and research skills, and reflect on your learning approach while building confidence in independent, collaborative and professional development within the university environment. 
  • Management and Economics (20 credits) This unit introduces the global fashion business environment, exploring management, organisational behaviour and economic principles. You will examine the fashion value chain, global consumers and PESTLE factors while developing analytical and data skills to understand micro- and macro-economic influences on fashion businesses. 
  • Marketing Management (20 credits) This unit introduces key marketing principles and practices within the fashion industry. You will explore consumer behaviour, market segmentation and the marketing mix, while developing strategic marketing plans and communication objectives in line with the standards of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). 
  • Accounting and Finance (20 credits) This unit introduces the financial environment and operations of financial markets relevant to global fashion businesses. You will learn financial accounting, financial planning and performance analysis, while exploring costing, pricing and investment decisions in line with the standards of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). 
  • Product Management (40 credits) This unit explores the processes involved in developing and managing fashion product ranges within a global supply chain. You will examine sourcing, range planning, merchandising and the product lifecycle, while considering sustainable and ethical practices and using analytical tools to evaluate product performance. 

Year 2

The units you'll study in Year 2, Stage 2, Level 5 are as follows:

  • Responsible Management (20 credits) This unit explores leadership and management approaches for a fairer and more sustainable fashion industry. You will examine theories, frameworks and corporate social responsibility strategies while developing qualitative research skills. The unit considers stakeholder expectations, ethical practices and environmental challenges to support responsible decision-making in fashion organisations. 

AND 

  • Marketing Path: Fashion Futures (20 credits) and Brand Management (20 credits)  
  • Fashion Futures (20 credits) This unit explores current issues and emerging trends shaping the future of the fashion industry. You will analyse disruption, technological developments and socioeconomic change using relevant theories and frameworks, while developing digital presentation skills to propose innovative ideas and future-focused strategies for fashion businesses. 
  • Brand Management (20 credits) This unit explores strategic brand management in the fashion industry. You will examine branding theory, brand architecture and global brand strategies, while analysing brand experience, storytelling and value creation. The unit also considers innovation, leadership and intellectual property, supporting the development of effective brand positioning and strategic decision-making. 

OR 

  • Product Path: Sustainable Design Management (20 credits) and Supply Chain Management (20 credits) 
  • Sustainable Design Management (20 credits) This unit explores the principles and practices of sustainable product design within the fashion industry. You will apply research, trend forecasting and market analysis to develop innovative product concepts, while considering sustainable sourcing, materials, supply chains and value analysis to create viable and responsible fashion product proposals. 
  • Supply Chain Management (20 credits) This unit explores logistics and supply chain operations within the fashion industry. You will examine the value chain, quality assurance, global business operations and supply–demand dynamics, while considering the impact of technology and e-commerce alongside sustainable development, transparency, collaboration and circular economy approaches to responsible supply chain management. 

OR 

  • Retail Path: Omni-Channel Strategy (20 credits) and Operations Management (20 credits) 
  • Omni-Channel Strategy (20 credits) This unit explores the evolution of retail from physical to digital channels within the fashion industry. You will examine omni-channel business models, consumer purchasing behaviour and customer touchpoints, while developing strategies that enhance customer experience through social and mobile commerce within a changing retail environment. 
  • Operations Management (20 credits) This unit explores operational practices within global fashion retail businesses. You will develop analytical, problem-solving and teamwork skills while examining retail structures, stock distribution using KPIs, risk management and corporate governance. The unit also considers financial and legal factors influencing operational decision-making in fashion retail. 
  • Consumer Insights & Analytics (20 credits) This unit explores consumer behaviour theories and the cultural, social, personal and psychological factors influencing fashion purchasing decisions. You will develop quantitative research and data analysis skills, examine customer relationship management and data mining techniques, and apply consumer insights to inform marketing strategies and data-driven business decisions in line with Chartered Management Institute (CMI). 

AND 

  • Enterprise Management Project (40 credits) This unit integrates theoretical and operational fashion business management principles through a collaborative start-up project. Working in teams, you will develop a fashion business concept, applying project management, market research and innovation while building brand strategies, analysing business performance and embedding sustainable practices in line with Chartered Management Institute (CMI). 

OR 

  • Industry Experience Project (40 credits) This unit provides an opportunity to apply fashion business theory in a professional industry environment through a work placement. You will undertake a negotiated project with a fashion organisation, using research methods and management theories to analyse business challenges and deliver practical recommendations while developing career-focused professional skills. 

Year 3

The units you'll study in Year 3, Stage 3, Level 6 are as follows:

  • Project Proposal; (20 credits)
  • Strategic Management and Leadership; (40 credits)
  • Fashion Management: Final Major Project; (60 credits)

A 20-credit unit is approximately equivalent to 200 hours of learning time, which includes a mixture of taught time, independent study and assessment.

Optional Diploma Year

Diploma in Professional Studies: Industry (Optional)

This optional diploma can be taken between years 2 and 3. With support from your tutors, you’ll undertake an industry placement for a minimum of 100 days/20 weeks. As well as developing industry skills, you’ll gain an additional qualification upon successful completion.

Diploma in Professional Studies: Enterprise (Optional)

This optional diploma can be taken between years 2 and 3. With support from your tutors, you’ll undertake an enterprise placement year where you will explore a business idea from proposal to minimal viable product (MVP). As well as developing enterprise skills, you’ll gain an additional qualification upon successful completion.

Diploma in Creative Computing (Optional)

Between years 2 and 3, you can undertake the year-long Diploma in Creative Computing. This will develop your skills in creative computing alongside your degree. After successfully completing the diploma and your undergraduate course, you’ll graduate with an enhanced degree: BSc (Hons) Fashion Management (with Creative Computing).

Diploma in Storytelling (Optional)

Between years 2 and 3, you can undertake the year-long Diploma in Storytelling. Enhance your creative voice and discover how to engage audiences and enact change through compelling storytelling - a skill that's in demand across a range of creative industries. After successfully completing the diploma and your undergraduate course, you’ll graduate with an enhanced degree: BSc (Hons) Fashion Management (with Storytelling).

Programme specification

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Learning and teaching methods

The following teaching and learning methods are employed to support the integrated achievement of the course outcomes:

  • Lectures 
  • Seminars and Tutorials 
  • Group and Individual Projects  
  • Presentations and Pitches  
  • Experiential Learning 
  • Research and Data Analysis  
  • Peer and Academic Support 
  • Independent Learning 
  • Language and development 

Assessment methods

The following assessment methods are employed to support the integrated achievement of the course outcomes:

  • Individual and group projects 
  • Analytical testing 
  • Self-evaluation 
  • Exams 
  • Essays 
  • Business strategy reports 
  • Presentations 
  • Industry engagement 
  • Final major project 
  • Artefact creation

Industry accreditations and support

Chartered Management Institute

BSc (Hons) Fashion Management is currently accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Subject to UAL retaining its CMI accreditation, students graduating with CMI membership may receive a CMI Level 5 qualification in Management and Leadership in addition to their degree, and will be awarded CMI Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr) status.

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Kelly Darcy is s a Lecturer in Management: Retail Strategy, Innovation and Operations alongside beingan Associate Lecturer in the areas of Fashion Business, Psychology & Sustainability, Marketing, Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the London College of Fashion and London Southbank University. Alongside her work, she also coaches entrepreneurs on a one-to-one basis. Kelly is part of an MBA in Sustainability Leadership where she campaigns for policy change and also brings sustainable practices into her own life and consumer behaviours. She also runs wellbeing workshops in fashion & body positivity and in 2020 started to run courses in starting a sustainable fashion business.She has worked as a fashion business consultant in the fashion industry for 10 years and across her client portfolio, Kelly also researches, coaches and is an experienced facilitator. Kelly is also an Associate Fellow with the Higher Education Academy (AFHEA) and a Fellow of the Royal Society of the Arts (FRSA).

Kelly studied at LCF with a BA in Fashion Business and an MSc in Applied Psychology in Fashion, she hopes to make it a hat-trick with a PhD in Consumer Culture, which she aims to start over the coming years.

Dr. Karen Manville is a lecturer on the Fashion Management course at the Fashion Business School who's industry experience includes working with companies including Nails Inc, Harrods, L'Occitane and training with brands including Aveda, Decleor, Demalogica, Elemis and Guinot. She has been teaching at the UAL since 2005 during which she gained an MA in Education (2013).  Karen is currently in her final year of her PhD focusing on the benefits of canine assisted interaction on the mental health of HE students. She has presented her research at a number of conferences in the UK including Worcesters University: Seeds of Knowledge and British Psychology Society: Division of Health Psychology, and alongside her dog Elvis (more commonly known as Fathead) she had provided canine therapy for a number of years as part of her research for her PhD at Middlesex University.

Dr Affan Hameed joined the Fashion Business School at UAL in 2018 as a lecturer in quantitative methods. He obtained his BBA (distinction) with major in Finance at the Lahore School of Economics (2010), having studied under a four-year scholarship on merit. Thereafter, Affan completed his masters in Finance (distinction) at the Queen’s University Belfast (2011). In 2018 Affan was awarded a PhD. in Finance by the ICMA Center, Henley Business School at the University of Reading. He has interned in several roles such as operational analyst, investment analyst and accounts assistant at large financial institutions (JS Investments, Bank Alfalah, and Holiday Inn) and was also employed in the public sector as a statistical officer in Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS). Affan’s research interest lies in corporate governance and corporate finance. After his masters, Affan conducted hands-on lab sessions in Financial Econometrics at Queen’s University Belfast.  During his PhD., Affan gained three years of teaching experience in the following modules: Corporate Governance, Financial Engineering, Securities, Options and Derivatives, and Mergers and Acquisitions. Affan also worked in various financial institutions including the Mergers & Acquisition Department at Mercer, London during his PhD. Currently, Affan teaches the areas of Quantitative Methods, Research Methods, Corporate Finance and Risk Management, and Principles of Business.

Ronit Zilkha studied fashion design in London, after which she launched her eponymous collection. Her unique designs, including inspired eveningwear and daywear, have been worn by members of the Royal family, celebrities, stars and fashion editors the world over, showcasing at London Fashion Week for 15 consecutive years. The Ronit Zilkha label achieved international recognition and success, as well as having eighteen independent Ronit Zilkha stores, and concessions in Harrods, Harvey Nichols, Selfridges and House of Fraser. With 27 years’ experience in the fashion industry Ronit is a Year 1 Tutor & Lecturer in BSc Fashion Management/MSc Strategic Fashion Management, MA Fashion Design Management, Grad Dip Fashion Management and BA Fashion Marketing courses, leading masterclasses, lectures and workshops whilst contributing to curriculum development.

Dr Lan Wang is lecturer in Economics and Finance at the Fashion Business School. Lan is a member in Centre for Business and Climate Change at University of Edinburgh Business School. She has been completed PhD in climate finance at University of Edinburgh, MSc in Carbon Finance from University of Edinburgh (2013), and MSc in Corporate Finance from ICMA Centre, University of Reading (2010). Lan had two-year financial industrial working experience at Bank of China and participated in consulting and research projects granted by World Bank and British Consulate Guangdong General in China. She also gained teaching experience in the modules of Principle of Finance and Energy Finance during her PhD. Lan research interest is in green finance, sustainable investment, climate policy, and carbon market design. She has published on Journal of Environmental Science and Pollution Research in carbon market efficiency.

Toyin Laketu is the Product and Supply Chain Management Lecturer at the Fashion Business School, working across undergraduate and post graduate programmes.  Toyin has a Masters in International Business and has been teaching across business and fashion disciplines since 2019.  She has completed her PG Cert in creative education and holds a Fellowship of Higher Education Academy.

Toyin has over 14 years’ experience of working with UK leading fashion, retail, and creative businesses, focusing on business development, marketing, and international strategy.

She has worked to promote the UK creative industries and fashion across Europe, Asia, Middle East, and the US and has delivered new business success and partnerships for brands, such as Cath Kidston, Marks and Spencer, Christopher Raeburn, Alex Monroe, Debenhams and many more.

Toyin has worked in partnership with organisations such as British Fashion Council and UK Fashion and Textiles Association and many others, working on Government initiatives to increase UK businesses export activity in new markets.

Dr Cigdem Gogus is an experienced academic, marketing practitioner and researcher, with a background in sales, business development and entrepreneurship. She has an MBA in e-business (City University Business School, London) and a PhD in Consumer Behaviour - Marketing (Henley Business School). Her expertise lies in consumer behaviour, e-commerce, digital marketing, and start-up’s. Cigdem has taught across a wide range of marketing topics at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. She has overseen countless Master’s dissertations. She has in-depth knowledge of marketing theory, research methods as well as broader theoretical knowledge of social sciences and business management. Her work experience includes; market research, merchandising, sales and business development, starting and running a successful e-commerce business. Cigdem regularly attends academic and business conferences run by: The Association for Consumer Research, Market Research Society, Association for Qualitative Research and ESOMAR.

Fran Sheldon, Lecturer in Fashion Management (Sustainability). Fran holds a BA in Design for Performance: Costume, and an MA(Dist) in Fashion Promotion & Imaging. Teaching qualifications include a PGCert in Creative Education, and professional recognition as an Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Fran has taught globally at leading fashion schools in the subjects of retail data analytics, fashion technology, and sustainable development for fashion and retail. Fran has provided research and analysis for successful Fashion Revolution campaigns (‘Who Made my Clothes?’ and ‘Fashion Transparency Index’), including compiling their Influencer learning pack for their ‘#HAULTERNATIVE’ campaign. Fran is Chair of the Education Committee for Fashion Roundtable, and contributing writer to their Informer publication. Prior to working in Higher Education Fran was Head of Education at EDITED (Retail Data Analytics) and designed and launched the online education platform and accreditation for fashion retail professionals to encourage accurate retailing, and data lead decision making. Whilst at EDITED Fran worked closely with companies like John Lewis, Fitflop, and Farfetch, and continues to speak and write about big data in fashion at retail industry events like Magic, Top Drawer and Pure, and for publications like Fashion United and WWD. Fran is the UK Research Lead for the ‘Give (back) credit to the heritage communities project’ proposed by the Give Back Credit social activist network. The project seeks to address the pervasiveness of cultural appropriation in the global fashion industry, by protecting endangered knowledge, local supply networks, and heritage crafts vital to our sustainable fashion future.

Sonia Vega-Pérez, Lecturer in Product Management. Sonia’s academic background is in Marketing and Communications and Fashion and Luxury Business Management, having studied at the Universidad Complutense de Madrid, as well as University of Oxford and UAL. ​For the last 10 years, Sonia has worked in multiple industries and markets for brands of the likes of ASOS, Google and Farfetch. She has extensive experience in Brand and Business Strategy, and a strong expertise in Ecommerce and Digital Marketing. Sonia is Fellow of the RSA. Since 2020 Sonia studies for a PhD at UAL on Consumer Culture within Fashion and Aesthetics, researching on trends and cultural movements.

Serena Gossain teaches on luxury brand management, branding and marketing at FBS, on the BSc and MSc programmes in Fashion Management as well as guest lecturing at other leading arts universities.  Luxury brand management is a specialist subject area that Serena has been engaged with for over 8 years. Serena has an MA in Visual Communication from Central Saint Martins, a PGCHE and is also a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.  Serena is an accomplished creative professional with over 25 years of experience in branding, design and advertising. Her industry background working within advertising and design agencies, provides a strategic appreciation of the power of brand communication, positioning and marketing.  Serena has created successful campaigns and branding concepts for clients in the UK and USA.  Serena also works as a freelance art director/branding consultant and is based in West London.


Tanya El-Khatib, Lecturer Research Methods​. Currently a PhD (Fashion Management and Marketing) researcher at the University of Manchester exploring the adoption of Fashion Rental. Graduated with Distinction in Strategic Fashion Management integrated MSc from London College of Fashion, UAL. Teaching and research experience is in social science research methods as well as supervising Final Major Project dissertations. Industry experience in sales, operations, and logistics across a number of London-based fashion brands.

Julia Redman, Lecturer in Fashion Management. Julia owns and manages retail buying and sourcing consultancy Buyers Eye, empowering brands, retailers, suppliers and licensees to maximise their potential. Julia’s work is centred particularly around improving and developing her clients ethical and sustainable credentials both within their business and throughout their supply chain. She is a former Head of Buying, with over 30 years diverse buying experience, and also lectures at the Fashion Retail Academy in London. ​ She started her career at BHS. She has since worked in the buying departments of Arcadia Group, Marks and Spencer, Woolworths, Debenhams and M&Co, buying private label, licensed and branded clothing. Julia’s global sourcing experience includes  men’s, ladies and children’s clothing, and home accessories, managing the process from planning to production and on to the British high street.

Eleanor Rockett is a graduated with distinction from MA Fashion Design Management at LCF and holds a first-class LLB Law Degree. She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) and her research focuses on optimising intellectual property management to create innovative business models for fashion brands. Eleanor is a Lecturer in Fashion Law at LCF and also works as an Intellectual Property Educator across UAL. Previously she has worked as a Researcher in Digital Fashion at the Royal College of Art and a lecturer on the MBA at London Business School. She has industry experience as a business consultant with clients going on to win British Fashion Council NEWGEN and stocking in Selfridges, Harrods and Farfetch. She has worked as a strategist at a number of fashion technology start-up companies that have been featured in WWD, Forbes and Vogue Business.

Fees and funding

Home fee

£9,790 per year

This fee is correct for entry in September 2026  and is subject to change for entry in September 2027.

Tuition fees may increase in future years for new and continuing students.

Home fees are currently charged to UK nationals and UK residents who meet the rules. However, the rules are complex. Find out more about our tuition fees and determining your fee status.

International fee

£30,890 per year

This fee is correct for entry in September 2026 and is subject to change for entry in September 2027.

Tuition fees for international students may increase by up to 5% in each future year of your course.

Students from countries outside of the UK will generally be charged international fees. The rules are complex so read more about tuition fees and determining your fee status.

Additional costs

You may need to cover additional costs which are not included in your tuition fees, such as materials and equipment specific to your course. Typical approximate costs for this course include: ​

  • Notebooks: £10 each
  • Pens and highlighters: £10 per pack
  • Calculator: £15
  • Adobe Creative Cloud: £42 per year
  • Laptop or desktop computer

For a list of general digital equipment you may need (and how you can borrow equipment), visit our Study costs page.​

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If you’re based in the UK and plan to visit UAL for an Open Event, check if you’re eligible for our UAL Travel Bursary. This covers the costs of mainland train or airline travel to visit UAL.

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Entry requirements

The standard minimum entry requirements for this course are:

One or a combination of the following accepted full level 3 qualifications.

  • A Level Passes in at least 3 subjects to total a minimum 112 UCAS tariff points. Preferred subjects include, Maths, Business Studies, Economics, Science, Humanities and Modern Foreign Languages;
  • IB Diploma 25 points;
  • Distinction, Merit, Merit in BTEC Extended Diploma;
  • or equivalent EU or non-EU qualifications;
  • and Passes in at least SIX GCSEs at grade B (6) or above including English, Maths and a Science reflecting the course rationale and Business and Management Benchmarks statement (QAA, 2019).

APEL (Accreditation of Prior (Experiential) Learning)

Applicants who do not meet these course entry requirements may still be considered in exceptional cases. The course team will consider each application that demonstrates additional strengths and alternative evidence. This might, for example, be demonstrated by:

  • Related academic or work experience
  • The quality of the personal statement
  • A strong academic or other professional reference
  • OR a combination of these factors

Each application will be considered on its own merit but we cannot guarantee an offer in each case.

English Language Requirements

IELTS level 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in reading, writing, listening and speaking. Please check our main English Language Requirements.

Selection criteria

The course team seeks to recruit students who can demonstrate:

  • A strong interest in the different roles of management within the fashion industry 
  • An analytical problem solving approach 
  • A proactive attitude
  • Self-motivation and an independent approach
  • An ability to multi-task 
  • Strong numeracy skills

This might, for example, be demonstrated by: related academic or work experience; the quality of the personal statement, a strong academic or other professional reference; or a combination of these factors.

Applicants will be expected to evidence reasons in the application for:

  • why you want to come on the course and what you'll bring to the course
  • an understanding of the different management roles within the fashion industry
  • an awareness of current affairs
  • an awareness of fashion and the role it plays in the culture of a society
  • the ability to work in a team
  • a motivation to succeed on the course
  • a motivation for working in management in the fashion industry

Information for disabled applicants

UAL is committed to achieving inclusion and equality for disabled students. This includes students who have:

     
  • Dyslexia or another Specific Learning Difference
  • A sensory impairment
  • A physical impairment
  • A long-term health or mental health condition
  • Autism
  • Another long-term condition which has an impact on your day-to-day life

Our Disability Service arranges adjustments and support for disabled applicants and students.

Read our Disability and dyslexia: applying for a course and joining UAL information.

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Places available 2026/27 

This course has places available for 2026/27 entry.

Applications for 2027/28 entry will open in Autumn 2026.

Apply to UAL

Home students can apply to this course through UCAS with the following codes:

University code:

U65

UCAS code:

WN30

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Places available 2026/27 

This course has places available for 2026/27 entry.

Applications for 2027/28 entry will open in Autumn 2026.

Apply to UAL

International students can apply to this course through UCAS with the following codes:

University code:

U65

UCAS code:

WN30

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or

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How to apply

Follow this step-by-step guide to apply for this course

Step 1: Initial application

You will need to submit an initial application including your personal statement.

Personal statement advice

The total character limit is 4,000 characters or less.

When creating your personal statement on the UCAS website, you will need to answer these 3 questions:

  • Why do you want to study this course or subject?
  • How have your qualifications and studies helped you to prepare for this course or subject?
  • What else have you done to prepare outside of education and why are these experiences useful?

To find out more about what to put in your personal statement, visit the UCAS advice page. For more information and support with applying to our courses, read our undergraduate application advice.

Step 2: Interview

You may be invited to an interview following our review of your application. All interviews are held online and last 15 to 20 minutes.

For top tips, see our Interview advice.

You also need to know

Communicating with you

Once you have submitted your initial application, we will email you with your login details for our applicant portal.

Requests for supplementary documents like qualifications and English language tests will be made through the applicant portal. You can also use it to ask questions regarding your application. Visit our After you apply page for more information.

Visas and immigration history check

All non-UK nationals must complete an immigration history check. Your application may be considered by our course teams before this check takes place. If your course requires a portfolio and/or video task, we may request these before we identify any issues arising from your immigration history check. Sometimes your history may mean that we are not able to continue considering your application. Visit our Immigration and visas advice page for more information.

External student transfer policy

UAL considers transfers from other institutions on a case-by-case basis. Read about how to apply to transfer into year 2 or 3 on our Undergraduate Apply page, and read our Student transfer policy for more information.

Alternative offers

If we are unable to consider you for the course you have applied to but your application is really strong, we may make you an alternative offer on a different course or at a different UAL College. This happens when our admissions tutors have found another course that they believe would be a strong match for your skills and interests.

Deferring your place

We can consider deferral requests if the course can accommodate this. You must apply in the year that you intend to start your course. If you are made an offer and your circumstances change, you can submit a deferral request to defer your place by 1 academic year. You must have met your conditions by 31 August 2026. If you need an English language test in order to meet the entry requirements, the test must be valid on the deferred start date of your course. If not, you will need to reapply. Requests are considered on a case-by case basis.

Contextual Admissions

This course is part of the Contextual Admissions scheme.

This scheme helps us better understand your personal circumstances so that we can assess your application fairly and in context. This ensures that your individual merit and creative potential can shine through, no matter what opportunities and experiences you have received.

Careers

Your future employability is central to all our courses and as a student with us you’ll have access to a wealth of resources to prepare you for your future career in the fashion industry. Graduate Futures is our dedicated employability team who will work with you throughout your time with us to get you ready for employment. There are also a variety of opportunities on the course to enhance your employability.

Industry engagement

Our students engage with the industry in various ways throughout the course, from guest speakers and industry briefs to field trips.

Our students recently had the opportunity to attend an exclusive talk by Jaz Grewal, E-commerce Manager at Stella McCartney. Jaz shared valuable insights into the fashion industry and offered a first-hand perspective on what it’s like to work for a leading luxury brand. The course has also welcomed a variety of guest speakers from renowned fashion companies, including Philly Grogan (Head of Sustainability at Nobody’s Child), Lucy Maguire (Business Editor at Vogue), and Hannah Craic (Global Head of PR & Marketing at House of Hackney), among others.

Our London location provides easy access to a wide range of exhibitions and flagship stores, enabling regular field trips. Recent visits have included the Stella McCartney store, Christopher Raeburn’s Workshop Studio, the V&A, the Design Museum, and the Saatchi Gallery.

Potential careers

As a graduate of the course, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of fashion business operations and develop a broad skill set across key areas, including strategy, brand management, innovation, consumer behaviour, research and analysis, financial literacy, range planning, and proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Excel and Adobe Creative Suite. This means you’ll be ready to pursue a wide range of career paths in areas such as sustainability, PR, marketing, buying and merchandising, as well as digital engagement.

LCF alumni

Our graduates have gone on to secure roles across the industry in a range of companies. Previous graduates have secured positions at:

  • Another A Story
  • Balenciaga
  • Brand Addition
  • Manolo Blahnik
  • Save Your Wardrobe

Alumni

London College of Fashion

Contact

Telephone

+44 (0)20 7514 7400

Address

105 Carpenter's Road
London

E20 2AR