MA Fashion Design (Performancewear)

Northumbria - City Campus

 

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Program Overview

The MA Fashion Design (Performancewear) program at Northumbria University offers an advanced and specialized postgraduate education in the field of fashion design, with a unique focus on performance wear. This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of fashion design principles, technical aspects of performance wear, and innovation in sportswear and activewear. The MA Fashion Design (Performancewear) program integrates creative design with technical expertise, allowing students to explore new possibilities in the design and functionality of performance wear.

  1. Fashion Design Principles: The program covers foundational principles of fashion design, including research, concept development, and sketching.

  2. Performance Wear Technology: Students gain insights into advanced performance wear materials, technologies, and manufacturing techniques.

  3. Innovation in Sportswear and Activewear: The program explores innovative approaches to sportswear and activewear design.

  4. Collaborative Projects: Students may have opportunities for collaborative projects with industry partners.

  5. Portfolio Development: The program focuses on building a strong fashion design portfolio for career advancement.

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Location

Northumbria - City Campus

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Score

IELTS 6.5

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Tuition Fee

£ 17500

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.
  • 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.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

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. Some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Northumbria University is dedicated towards providing support and opportunities for international students to pursue their education. The university offers a range of scholarships specifically designed to assist international students with their tuition fees and living expenses. These scholarships recognize academic excellence, leadership potential, and contribution to the community.

  1. Northumbria Global Scholarship: The Northumbria Global Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship available to international undergraduate and postgraduate students. It provides a partial tuition fee reduction of up to £6,000 for the first year of study. The scholarship is awarded based on academic achievement, and applicants are automatically considered upon applying for a full-time course at Northumbria University.
  2. Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship: The Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship is a prestigious scholarship offered to exceptional international students enrolling in a postgraduate taught program. It provides a tuition fee reduction of up to £2,500. The scholarship is competitive, and applicants are assessed based on academic achievement, personal statement, and references.
  3. Country-Specific Scholarships: Northumbria University also offers scholarships specific to certain countries or regions. These scholarships aim to attract high-achieving students from specific countries or regions and provide financial support for their studies at Northumbria University. The eligibility criteria and application process vary depending on the specific scholarship.
  4. External Scholarships: International students may be eligible for external scholarships provided by government bodies, organizations, or foundations in their home countries. These scholarships are external to the university but can be used to support studies at Northumbria University. 

Graduates of the MA Fashion Design (Performancewear) program from Northumbria University have excellent career prospects in the fashion industry, particularly in the domain of performance wear and activewear. 

  1. Performance Wear Designer: Graduates can work as performance wear designers, creating functional and stylish sportswear and activewear.

  2. Technical Designer: The program prepares students for roles as technical designers, translating designs into production-ready garments.

  3. Fashion Product Developer: Graduates may pursue careers as fashion product developers, overseeing the production process of performance wear.

  4. Fashion Innovation Specialist: Graduates can explore roles as fashion innovation specialists, driving advancements in performance wear technologies.

  5. Fashion Entrepreneur: The program equips graduates to start their own performance wear brands or businesses.


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