MA Fashion at Leeds Arts University

Programme overview

This course is perfect for creative individuals looking to explore and excel in design, innovation and the varied technical roles within fashion. With a strong focus on creativity, adaptability and critical thinking, the course is ideal for recent graduates, early-career practitioners, and professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Duration: 1 year full-time / 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students are encouraged to experiment and explore their unique creative voice as they shape the future of fashion. You’ll develop skills in areas such as fashion design/3D fashion design, product development, technical design, and creative problem solving. The course combines specialist subject modules with transdisciplinary core modules in research methods and business shared with all MA students, taught across three teaching blocks per year.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2:2 UK honours degree or international equivalent, or a degree-equivalent postgraduate diploma/professional qualification; applicants with a degree in another discipline or relevant experience may be considered through Recognition of Prior Learning. Personal statement, one academic or creative-practitioner reference and 10-15 portfolio pieces, followed by a written component discussing the portfolio. International applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5 (UKVI-approved centre).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,200 a year (2026/27). Home full-time fee; part-time £5,100 per year over two years. Leeds Arts University BA graduates within three years pay £9,200 full-time / £4,600 part-time. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,900 a year (2026/27). International full-time fee; alumni rate £17,010. Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year full-time / 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://apply.leeds-art.ac.uk/

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