MA Fashion Marketing

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

• Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 55% or equivalent.
• English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 91, with at least 17 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 21 in Speaking, and 20 in Writing.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 62 with no individual score below 51.
• Some postgraduate 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.

The University of Portsmouth offers a range of scholarships and funding opportunities to support students in their academic journey. These scholarships are aimed at both domestic and international students and are awarded based on various criteria such as academic excellence, financial need, and specific areas of study. 

1. Chancellor's Scholarship: This prestigious scholarship is awarded to exceptional students who demonstrate academic excellence and potential. It provides a significant fee reduction for the duration of the student's course.
2. Vice-Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students from selected countries who are applying for undergraduate or postgraduate taught courses. It offers a fee reduction of up to £4,000.
3. Country-Specific Scholarships: The university offers scholarships specifically for students from certain countries or regions. These scholarships vary in value and eligibility criteria.
4. Sports Scholarships: The University of Portsmouth recognizes the achievements of talented athletes and offers sports scholarships to support their development and academic success. These scholarships provide financial support, training facilities, and other benefits.
5. Departmental Scholarships: Some academic departments at the University of Portsmouth offer scholarships to students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance or have a particular interest in a specific field of study. These scholarships are often subject-specific and may vary in terms of eligibility and value.

Graduates of the MA Fashion Marketing program from the University of Portsmouth have excellent career prospects.

1. Fashion Brand Management: Graduates can pursue careers in fashion brand management, working for fashion brands and luxury goods companies. They can take on roles such as brand manager, brand strategist, or brand consultant, responsible for developing and implementing brand strategies and managing brand image.

2. Fashion Marketing and Communication: Graduates can work in fashion marketing and communication roles, either in-house for fashion brands or in marketing agencies specializing in fashion. They can be involved in creating marketing campaigns, managing social media presence, organizing fashion events, and executing influencer marketing strategies.

3. Retail and Merchandising: Graduates can pursue careers in fashion retail and merchandising, working for fashion retailers, department stores, or e-commerce companies. They can work as retail managers, visual merchandisers, or buyers, responsible for curating product assortments, optimizing store layouts, and enhancing the overall retail experience.

4. Fashion Public Relations: Graduates can work in fashion public relations, handling public relations and media relations for fashion brands and fashion PR agencies. They can be involved in managing press releases, organizing fashion shows, cultivating media relationships, and coordinating brand collaborations.

5. Fashion Market Research and Analytics: Graduates can work in fashion market research and analytics, assisting fashion brands in understanding consumer preferences, identifying market trends, and making data-driven marketing decisions. They can work as market research analysts, trend forecasters, or data analysts within the fashion industry.

6. Fashion Entrepreneurship: Graduates can start their own fashion businesses, leveraging their knowledge of fashion marketing and industry insights. They can launch fashion brands, online fashion stores, or fashion consulting ventures, utilizing their skills in branding, marketing, and consumer behavior.

7. Fashion Journalism and Content Creation: Graduates can pursue careers in fashion journalism, writing for fashion magazines, online publications, or fashion blogs. They can also explore opportunities in content creation for fashion brands, producing engaging fashion-related content for websites, social media platforms, and digital marketing campaigns.