Fashion Communication with a Foundation Year

Birmingham City University
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time including foundation year 4 Years Events managementMarketing

A-Level Entry

CDD

UCAS Points

80 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£24,500

About this course

The BA (Hons) Fashion Communication is a fashion-focused visual design course. We combine art direction, styling, graphic design, film, animation, photography, journalism, events, and trend forecasting for fashion.

We brand, style, write, shoot, package, and direct. As an interdisciplinary course, we communicate to consumers in both the real world and the metaverse, driven by creative storytelling. We are not mere followers; we are pioneers, embracing a forward-thinking mindset that positions us at the forefront.

Our focus is on developing fashion communicators with exceptional craft skills, ready to influence the industry with strong future-proofing capabilities. Our students are at the cutting edge of contemporary fashion communication, working within the metaverse while maintaining a strong foundation in print design and live events, meeting the fashion industry's highest standards of visual communication.

We challenge conventions by seamlessly blending design, art direction, and promotion to convey ideas and concepts. Envision yourself art directing and orchestrating magazine covers, fashion shoots, directing fashion films, music videos and shaping brands visual identities with strategic finesse.

Rooted in our love of tradition and craft, we are equally committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation and sustainability for a better world. As global citizens, we champion principles addressing climate issues, racial equality, and social justice. We are not just fashion creators; we are advocates for positive change.

We pride ourselves at being at the core of the fashion industry and influencing its future. Our teaching team is made up of industry specialists and we have a proven track record of working with top brands and influential industry practitioners. We are an award-winning course that shapes fashion communicators that can work in teams, as individuals as well as nurturing entrepreneurs and future proofers.

In this nurturing environment, pastoral care is at the core of our ethos. We care about your growth as an individual, fostering a supportive community where your well-being matters. Our commitment extends beyond the academic, ensuring that you not only succeed in your creative pursuits but also feel valued and supported on a personal level.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades CDD
UCAS Tariff Points 80 points

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

1132 Marketing, sales and advertising directors
2432 Marketing and commercial managers
1133 Public relations and communications directors
7125 Visual merchandisers and related occupations
3116 Planning, process and production technicians
2141 Web design professionals

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time including foundation year
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Birmingham
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Events management, Marketing
Avg. Graduate Salary
£24,500