Fashion Management & Strategy BSc (Hons) with Foundation Year
🏫 Campuses:
Leicester, Bradford, Derby, Oldham, Bolton, Sunderland, Manchester, London, Birmingham, Leeds, Salford, Newcastle
🕒 Classes:
Weekdays, Evening, and Weekend options are available (depending on campus)
🗓️ Intakes:
January, June, October
⏳ Duration:
4 years
Course Overview
The Fashion Management & Strategy BSc (Hons) with Foundation Year is designed for students who want to build a career in the dynamic and fast-growing fashion industry.
This course combines business management principles with fashion industry knowledge, helping students understand branding, retail operations, marketing strategies, and global fashion trends.
The Foundation Year provides essential academic and business skills, preparing students for degree-level study and ensuring they have the confidence and knowledge needed to succeed.
What You Will Study
Foundation Year:
- Introduction to Business
- Study Skills & Academic Writing
- Marketing Fundamentals
- Research & Communication Skill
Degree Years:
- Fashion Marketing & Branding
- Retail Management
- Fashion Business Strategy
- Consumer Behaviour
- Digital Marketing for Fashion
- Trend Analysis & Forecasting
- Final Year Project
Why Choose This Course
This course is designed to combine creativity with business knowledge. Key benefits include:
✔ Learn how the global fashion industry operates
✔ Develop skills in fashion marketing and branding
✔ Understand retail and business strategy
✔ Explore fashion trends and consumer behaviour
✔ Gain practical knowledge through industry-focused projects
Foundation Year
The Foundation Year is designed for students who may not meet traditional university entry requirements.
This year supports your transition into higher education by helping you build confidence, develop academic skills, and gain a strong understanding of business and marketing fundamentals.
Holistic Learning Approach
This course combines academic learning with practical understanding of the fashion industry.
You will develop key skills such as creativity, communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving. The course focuses on real-world projects and industry insights to prepare you for careers in fashion and business.
Career Opportunities
Graduates can pursue roles such as:
✔ Fashion Marketing Executive ✔ Brand Coordinator✔ Retail Manager✔ Fashion Buyer Assistant✔ Merchandising Assistant✔ Fashion Business Executive
This degree also provides progression opportunities to postgraduate study in fashion management, marketing, or business strategy.
Progression
After successfully completing the Foundation Year, you will progress to Level 4 of the degree programme and continue developing your knowledge and professional skills in fashion management and strategy.
Frequently Asked Questions
This course is suitable for students who are interested in fashion, business, and marketing, and want to build a career in the global fashion industry.
No, prior knowledge is not required. The Foundation Year provides a strong introduction to key business and fashion concepts.
Yes, flexible study options including weekday, evening, and weekend classes are available depending on the campus.
After completing the Foundation Year, you will progress to Level 4 of the degree programme and continue towards your full BSc (Hons) qualification.
Yes, eligible students can apply for student finance to support their studies, subject to eligibility criteria.
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