International Fashion Business (Top-Up), BA (Hons)

This one-year top-up degree is designed for individuals who have completed two years of a fashion-related qualification, such as a diploma, Foundation degree, or HND. It provides an international perspective on the fashion industry, exploring areas like fashion buying, brand marketing, promotion, lifestyle trends, and personal interests such as ethical and sustainable fashion or entrepreneurship. Students will develop skills in events management, processes, and visual/verbal communication, with content tailored for careers in creative or business fields.Key features include working on creative and written projects, collaborating on live initiatives with brands like Wedgwood and Next, and optional international trips such as Copenhagen Fashion Week. The program fosters a global student community and links with institutions like the Hong Kong Design Institute. Graduates pursue roles in buying, merchandising, digital marketing, design, and more, with recent placements at companies like Arcadia Group and Adidas. Modules cover fashion trends, global markets, professional practice, and innovation, assessed mainly through coursework, presentations, and projects.

• Fashion Industry Trends & Innovation (20 credit points)

• The Contemporary Global Fashion Market (40 credit points)

• Professional Practice and Portfolio (20 credit points)