Edinburgh,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA (Hons) Fashion in Galashiels United Kingdom | Heriot-Watt University
Heriot-Watt University
|
Galashiels United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
19,456
(c. USD26,055.67)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Our BA Fashion program delves into the artistic journey of fashion creation, from early concept development to final collection realization. The BA (Hons) Fashion degree cultivates both creative thinking and intellectual skills to prepare students for diverse careers in Fashion Design, spanning luxury labels, commercial retailers, and boutique designers - producing everything from accessible ready-to-wear to exclusive couture garments.
Students acquire essential technical expertise and industry knowledge to translate fashion concepts into market-ready designs, while staying attuned to evolving trends and innovations shaping the field. The curriculum builds comprehensive skills in pattern making and clothing assembly, empowering students to transform their unique design visions from sketches to wearable pieces.
The course examines various market segments, from mainstream fashion to premium ready-to-wear collections, with relevance for both domestic and international markets. Through academic projects and real-world collaborations, students refine their distinctive design approach while gaining insights into the global fashion landscape. These competencies can lead to exceptional professional prospects within specialized fashion sectors.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Highers ABBB (including English)
A-Levels BCC
Int. Baccalaureate 29 points
BTEC DMM (in a relevant area)
As our programmes are taught and assessed in English, applicants must be able to prove their level of English language ability as part of the application process. This should be shown through one of the following means - You are from a majority English speaking country or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree from a majority English speaking country as defined by UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI). You have successfully completed a degree from a UK University within the last two academic years where all study has taken place in the UK or at an overseas campus in a non-majority English speaking country as defined by the UKVI, then we will consider this on a case-by-case basis. Our decision will be made on a variety of factors including length of study, level of study, subject relevance, nature of degree and time since completion (no longer than two academic years). You have passed one of the following English Language Tests within the last 2 years at the levels indicated (we will need to verify the results of the test and as such you will need to upload your original certificate as part of the application process). IELTS Academic 6.0 with no score lower than 5.5. TOEFL iBT 79 (including reading 18, listening 17, speaking 20, and writing 21).
A-Levels BCC
Int. Baccalaureate 29 points
BTEC DMM (in a relevant area)
As our programmes are taught and assessed in English, applicants must be able to prove their level of English language ability as part of the application process. This should be shown through one of the following means - You are from a majority English speaking country or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree from a majority English speaking country as defined by UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI). You have successfully completed a degree from a UK University within the last two academic years where all study has taken place in the UK or at an overseas campus in a non-majority English speaking country as defined by the UKVI, then we will consider this on a case-by-case basis. Our decision will be made on a variety of factors including length of study, level of study, subject relevance, nature of degree and time since completion (no longer than two academic years). You have passed one of the following English Language Tests within the last 2 years at the levels indicated (we will need to verify the results of the test and as such you will need to upload your original certificate as part of the application process). IELTS Academic 6.0 with no score lower than 5.5. TOEFL iBT 79 (including reading 18, listening 17, speaking 20, and writing 21).
Tuition
GBP
19,456