Fashion Design with Business Studies BA (Hons)

Immerse yourself in creativity and craftsmanship with our Fashion Design with Business Studies degree. <br/><br/>Youll develop practical skills and discover your unique design approach, guided by industry professionals and skilled technicians. A year-long placement lets you apply your learning, enhancing your portfolio and contacts. Explore creative cutting, materials innovation, and both traditional and digital processes. <br/><br/>At Brighton, we value inclusivity, social responsibility and sustainability. Youll study in a diverse and welcoming creative environment where well encourage you to think critically about fashion. You will share modules with other fashion and textiles students, and become part of a progressive and dynamic community.<br/><br/>**TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE**<br/><br/><br/>- Excellent reputation in industry for producing creative, innovative and hard-working graduates – our alumni have worked at organisations including Burberry, Victoria Beckham, River Island and Calvin Klein.<br/><br/><br/>- Sustainability is one of our guiding principles and integrated into all your learning.<br/><br/><br/>- A vibrant and supportive community in an art school in the centre of Brighton.<br/><br/><br/>- Excellent technical facilities and spacious studios with technicians are on hand to help you develop practical skills.<br/><br/><br/>- An optional placement year gives you the chance to put your learning into practice in a professional environment, strengthening your portfolio and industry contacts.<br/><br/><br/>- Lecturers with years of fashion industry experience will be guiding and supporting you.<br/><br/><br/>- The Graduate Show and fashion show mark the end of your degree and you can exhibit a body of work.<br/><br/><br/>- Industry-standard technologies and practices develop your understanding and appreciation of process and quality, enabling you to create professional design proposals.<br/><br/><br/>- Business studies is integrated throughout the degree meaning you will leave ready to enter the business of fashion, whether to start your own company or work as part of a team within international brands and design houses.<br/><br/><br/>- Graduate with a portfolio ready for the fashion industry.<br/><br/><br/>- Talks from industry professionals throughout your studies will give you both business insight and creative inspiration. <br/><br/><br/>- Follow the course on Instagram: @fashion_brighton <br/>

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate with confidence to kick-start your career. 100% of courses offer work experience, and opportunities like placements and study abroad will make your CV stand out. Brighton is in the top 1/3 in the UK for employment or further study (LEO 2022).<br/><br/>Located on the south coast, students benefit from living and studying in the 3rd best city in the UK (Time Out). It’s independent and inclusive; a place where everyone belongs. The music and arts scene is up-and-coming, and the city hosts a full schedule of entertainment and events year-round.<br/><br/>The University of Brighton doesn't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you smoothly transition to university. You’ll be invited to Belong at Brighton events to ensure you have the best start to university.<br/><br/>The Brighton Summer Boost offers funding and support to eligible students, including up to £700 towards travel costs, free parking on campus, technology loans and more.