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Focusing intensely on career readiness, inclusivity, and ethical practices, the BA (Hons) Fashion Communication program welcomes students from diverse backgrounds who aspire to influence a forward-thinking fashion audience. The curriculum enables learners to refine their creative abilities while building comprehensive expertise in global fashion communication. Participants will explore various communication techniques, from conventional to digital approaches, examining consumer-brand dynamics that shape campaign strategies and their promotion. This is complemented by insights into professional standards in fashion business, modern technological and cultural impacts, thorough evaluation of fashion campaigns, and an appreciation of the industry's growing commitment to representing diverse communities. In their final year, students can design innovative fashion platforms that foster inclusive, emotionally engaging experiences. Graduates will leave with essential competencies to advance the fashion sector toward greater ethical awareness, social progress, and environmental responsibility through compelling narratives and brand communications. Manchester's vibrant identity is woven throughout this program—a global hub attracting major brands while nurturing a thriving independent fashion scene. Through live projects and collaborative ventures, students are inspired to disrupt conventions and showcase their distinctive talents to potential employers. The course offers practical learning through domestic and international study trips, with past destinations including London, New York, Copenhagen, and Shanghai, featuring visits to corporate offices, academic partners, creative studios, exhibitions, and trade events. Career opportunities Graduates will possess versatile marketing communication abilities, blending commercial acumen with creative flair, preparing them to navigate fashion's dynamic landscape where consumer needs drive every choice. Alumni pursue roles across fashion communication sectors, including positions like Marketing Communications Specialist, Brand Strategist, Creative Director, Influencer Manager, Social Media Coordinator, PR Representative, Campaign Manager, and Multichannel Marketing Specialist.
104-112
UCAS tariff points
GCE A levels - grades BCC or equivalent
Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma - grade DMM
Access to HE Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum 106 UCAS Tariff points
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - grade of Merit overall
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - grade DMM
T level - We welcome applications from students undertaking T level qualifications. Eligible applicants will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of Merit as a condition of offer
IB Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum overall score of 26 or minimum 104 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects
Other Level 3 qualifications equivalent to GCE A level are also considered. 
A maximum of three A level-equivalent qualifications will be accepted towards meeting the UCAS tariff requirement. 
AS levels, or qualifications equivalent to AS level, are not accepted. The Extended Project qualification (EPQ) may be accepted towards entry, in conjunction with two A-level equivalent qualifications.
Please contact the University directly if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum entry requirements for the course.
IELTS (Academic) Or IELTS for UKVI (Academic) Or IELTS Online (Academic) - 6.0, with no component below 5.5 Pearson Test of English Academic (‘PTE Academic’) Or PTE Academic UKVI Or PTE Academic Online - 61, with no less than 59 in any section; Cambridge English B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency tests - 170 points overall, with no component below 160 points; TOEFL iBT (from test centre or home edition)– Designated Institution Code, for applicants who want their scores sent directly to us - 0240 - Overall score: 79 With no individual test score below: Listening: 17 Reading: 18 Speaking: 20 Writing : 17.