BSc Fashion Product Innovation at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Combine business skills, industry knowledge and the latest in fabric innovation to drive sustainable advancements in the fashion industry. Our courses offer a distinct blend of technical, scientific, creative and business study providing students with a well-rounded and diverse educational experience. Within our comprehensive curriculum, students delve into various aspects of the fashion industry. Our courses are led by industry-leading experts, fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment.

What you will study

The first year establishes the fundamentals in fashion business, textile science and technology through the core units in fashion buying, management, and marketing and the core textile science and garment technology units where students are introduced to fibres, materials, fabrics, and textile production processes. Year 1 compulsory units include Raw Materials for Fashion, Fashion Buying, Fashion Marketing, Fashion Function and Aesthetics, Garment Technology, Introduction to Fashion Management.

Career pathways

Our graduates leave Manchester equipped with the knowledge, specialist skills, and professional attributes necessary for careers in the diverse and fast-evolving fashion industry. This includes expertise in ethical sourcing and sustainability, brand and operations management, buying and merchandising, fashion product development, textile and garment technology, marketing and social media, digital and technical innovation, business and economic...

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level: AAB in three academic subjects. Your offer will stipulate which subjects and the grades required. International Baccalaureate: 35 points overall with 6,6,5 in three subjects at Higher Level. We will accept either Mathematics: analysis and approaches or Mathematics: applications and interpretation at SL or HL. GCSE: Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including acceptable levels of literacy and numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade C/4 in GCSE/IGCSE English Language, Mathematics and Science. English language: IELTS Academic or IELTS UKVI: 6.0 overall with no sub-skill below 6.0. Please note we accept in-person IELTS tests taken in official IELTS test centres only. You should review our English Language requirements page. Interview: There are no interview requirements for applicants for 2027 entry.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Home (UK) students Source

International applicants: GBP 41,900 a year (2027/28). International students Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 or 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/

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