BA Honours Fashion

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 55% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.0 or 6.5 with no individual component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 72, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, and 17 in Writing.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 59 with no individual score below 59.
• Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Middlesex University offers a range of scholarships and financial support options to help students pursue their academic goals. 

Vice Chancellor's Excellence Scholarship: The Vice Chancellor's Excellence Scholarship is a prestigious scholarship awarded to high-achieving students who demonstrate outstanding academic excellence. It provides a partial fee waiver for undergraduate and postgraduate programs at Middlesex University. 

Regional and Country-specific Scholarships: Middlesex University offers scholarships specifically designed for students from certain regions or countries. These scholarships aim to promote diversity and support international students. 

Merit Scholarships: Merit scholarships are awarded to students who have achieved exceptional academic performance. These scholarships are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs and provide financial assistance in the form of tuition fee reductions.

External Scholarships and Funding: Middlesex University provides information and guidance on external scholarships and funding opportunities. These scholarships are offered by various organizations, foundations, and governments to support students' educational journeys. The university assists students in identifying and applying for external scholarships relevant to their program of study.

Graduates of Middlesex University's BA Honours Fashion program have a wide array of exciting career opportunities available to them in the fashion industry and related fields.

Fashion Designer: One of the primary career paths for graduates is to become fashion designers. Fashion designers create clothing, footwear, and accessories, translating their creative vision into tangible fashion collections. They sketch designs, select fabrics, oversee garment production, and stay abreast of fashion trends and consumer preferences. Fashion designers may work for fashion houses, design firms, or start their own fashion labels.

Fashion Illustrator: Graduates may pursue careers as fashion illustrators, creating visual representations of fashion designs for advertising campaigns, fashion magazines, websites, or social media platforms. Fashion illustrators use traditional or digital drawing techniques to convey the aesthetic and mood of fashion collections, helping to communicate design concepts to clients, collaborators, and consumers.

Pattern Maker: Another career option for graduates is to work as pattern makers. Pattern makers create templates or patterns that serve as blueprints for garment construction. They translate fashion sketches or design concepts into precise patterns, ensuring proper fit, proportion, and functionality of clothing. Pattern makers work closely with fashion designers, sample makers, and garment manufacturers to bring fashion designs to life.

Product Developer: Graduates may pursue careers as product developers or garment technologists, responsible for overseeing the technical aspects of garment production, such as fabric sourcing, garment construction, quality control, and production efficiency. Product developers collaborate with designers, suppliers, and manufacturers to ensure that fashion products meet design specifications, quality standards, and production deadlines.

Fashion Buyer or Merchandiser: Some graduates may choose to work as fashion buyers or merchandisers for retail companies, fashion boutiques, or e-commerce platforms. Fashion buyers select and purchase clothing, accessories, and footwear for retail stores or online shops, while merchandisers analyze sales data, forecast trends, and plan product assortments to optimize sales and profitability. They play a critical role in shaping the product selection and presentation in retail environments.

Fashion Marketing and PR Specialist: Graduates may also pursue careers in fashion marketing, branding, or public relations (PR). Fashion marketing specialists develop marketing strategies, campaigns, and digital content to promote fashion products and engage target audiences through social media, advertising, and branding initiatives. Fashion PR specialists manage communications between fashion brands and the media, influencers, and consumers, promoting brand visibility and enhancing brand reputation.

Fashion Entrepreneur: Some graduates may choose to start their own fashion businesses or fashion-related ventures, such as fashion labels, boutiques, online stores, or fashion consulting firms. Fashion entrepreneurs use their creative vision, business acumen, and industry knowledge to launch and grow successful fashion ventures, leveraging their skills in design, production, marketing, and entrepreneurship to establish their brands in the fashion market.