Fashion BA (hons) in Coventry University, UK

Fashion BA (hons) in Coventry University

Valued at a staggering $3 trillion and accounting for 2% of the world's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), the global fashion industry represents one of the most dynamic and challenging industries around, employing over 57 million people in textiles and clothing alone.

If you have a passion for fashion, dream of seeing your designs on the international catwalks or fancy yourself as the next Iris Van Herpen or Christopher Kane, our course will nurture your individual creativity and help you realise your dreams. Influenced by the needs and opinions of the profession, you’ll participate in live projects, competition briefs and hear from visiting experts to provide a national and international perspective and cultural diversity.   

Why Coventry University?

An award-winning university, we are committed to providing our students with the best possible experience. We continue to invest in both our facilities and our innovative approach to education. Our students benefit from industry-relevant teaching, and resources and support designed to help them succeed. These range from our modern library and computing facilities to dedicated careers advice and our impressive Students’ Union activities.

Course information

Fast paced and dynamic, this course seeks to develop your individual creativity and fashion design judgment, encouraging an active approach to learning through the ongoing production of innovative fashion artefacts.

Our fashion studios offer access to digital printing, laser cutting, sonic welding, bullet moulding and digital embroidery. You can take part in a range of workshops and l experience; design, pattern cutting, manufacturing, footwear, bag-making, millinery, jewellery, photography, visual communication, marketing and journalism.

Career prospects

This course covers all aspects of both design and marketing. This combination aims to prepare students for a wide range of careers in the fashion industry.

Coventry University is committed to preparing you for your future career and giving you a competitive edge in the graduate job market. The University's Careers and Employability team provide a wide range of support services to help you plan and prepare for your career.

The Faculty of Arts and Humanities have their own Creative Futures unit provides a programme of workshops, embedded learning, lectures, professional experience and one-to-one guidance to help you develop the transferable skills and enterprising habits required for a successful career.

Where our graduates work

Recent graduates from this course are employed in a range of professional environments and companies including: Kelly Hoppen, Belle International and Fresh Ego Kids, Sainsbury’s Tu, George, Annie Greenabelle for Topshop, Beyond Creative, Claire’s Accessories, ASOS, New Look, Primark and United Clothing.

We also aim to prepare graduates, through their studies, to work as freelancers and have gone on to freelance photography, styling, make-up artistry and theatre wardrobe.

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