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BA (Hons) Fashion Journalism at University of Sunderland

University of Sunderland, United Kingdom

Programme overview

You’ll gain real experience as part of the Fashion North editorial team and through work placements. Past placements have included well-known titles such as Sunday Times Style, Harper’s Bazaar, Grazia, Elle, ASOS, and Glamour.

Department: Journalism  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You’ll learn from industry experts and take part in publishing opportunities and fashion trips. You’ll also work towards the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ) diploma. This is an industry-recognised qualification. This course prepares you for a wide range of fashion careers, including: Writing for magazines, supplements, and newspapers; Covering fashion shows; Interviewing designers; Styling for celebrities, brands, or publications; Working in public relations.

Career pathways

The BA (Hons) Fashion Journalism helps you build key skills for a career in the fashion industry, including: Catwalk reporting; Trend forecasting; Editorial styling; Studio photoshoots; Street style photography; Podcasting; Social media storytelling; Beauty and video journalism. The industry qualifications you gain will also allow you to work as a general features or news writer for a magazine or newspaper.

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Entry requirements

Our typical offer is 104-120 UCAS Tariff points, from a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications. These 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 6 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]. Fees and finance; UK£9,790; International£17,500; The tuition fee includes the NCTJ exam fees. It covers the cost of one attempt at all seven exams required for the NCTJ Diploma, including each shorthand speed. Undergraduate fees are set according to rules from Government in line with forecast inflation. If you're a Home fee-paying student, the fee for your first year of study for 2026/27 will be £9,790. You'll pay tuition fees for every year of study. Fees may increase every year based on the Retail Price Index. Check your fee status(opens in new tab). See all course tuition fees. Apply now.

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

Duration: 3 years full-time

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