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BA (Hons) Fashion Design and Promotion at University of Sunderland

University of Sunderland, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Looking to make your mark in the fashion industry but can’t decide between fashion design, or fashion promotion and marketing? This course gives you skills and crucial understanding in both areas.

Department: Art and Design  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In fashion design, you’ll develop concepts, explore materials, design everything from fabrics to full fashion collections, and develop an understanding of the manufacturing processes. You’ll gain all the skills you’ll need to construct garments – such as pattern making, cutting, sewing, fabric printing, and craftsmanship. You'll also have the opportunity to discover new technologies, using software such as CLO 3D to bring your designs to life.

Career pathways

Previous student placements have included All Saints, Jonathan Saunders, Diesel, and Oasis. Our graduates have gone on to work for high profile companies including Abercrombie and Fitch, River Island, Urban Outfitters, and All Saints.

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Entry requirements

Our typical offer is 96-112 UCAS Tariff points, from a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A Levels, T Levels, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. We accept a maximum of 20 points from Level 3 Key Skills qualifications. You also need three passes at GCSE grade C or above. This must include maths and English language, or a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number. If you've studied for a GCSE that has a numerical grade, you'll need to achieve a grade 4 or above. If you're studying an HND or Foundation Degree, you may be able to enter the final year of our degree course. For more information, please contact [email protected]. Portfolio requirements; We'd like to see evidence of your creative potential. You'll be expected to prepare a portfolio of your creative work which shows what you have done so far and what interests you. We're not looking for perfection as we appreciate you're still developing work. Your portfolio should be a PowerPoint presentation, ZIP file or links to websites or videos. Here are some of our top tips: Remember it's about quality not quantity – aim for between 10-20 pieces of your work; Display a range of styles and techniques; Show us work completed in or outside of your studies.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time fee as listed for this course Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time fee as listed for this course Source

Intake: September 2026

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