Here at the home of fashion's next generation, we offer a range of accelerated undergraduate degree courses to help you take the next step to a career in fashion.
Our undergraduate degree courses are Fashion Business, Buying and Merchandising, Marketing & Communications for Fashion, Fashion Communications & Styling and Art Direction for Fashion. All of our degree courses are BA (Hons) qualifications, which help you to develop the skills and connections you need for a successful career in the fashion industry.
ABOUT OUR DEGREES
Our courses have been developed in tandem with our industry partners, allowing students to work on real-world briefs and projects, gaining unrivalled access to some of the industry’s top brands.
Our fashion degrees are accelerated 2 year programmes, saving you time and money! You’ll also have the opportunity to complete an industry placement and work on brand-led projects, helping you build valuable skills and connections while you study. Qualifying students will also have access to their own personal industry mentor, who will offer guidance and support throughout the programme.*
*Eligibility criteria for HE Work Placements and HE Mentorship Programme: Over 75% attendance (including authorised absence and sickness) and submission of a completed Student Profile form for each programme.
DEGREES WE OFFER
BA (Hons) Fashion Business
- Learn the leadership qualities and entrepreneurial skills to start your own fashion business
- Develop a wide range of skills suitable for a variety of industry roles
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Entry Requirements | From 104 UCAS points |
| Funding | £11,750 per year (Loans Available) |
| Duration | 2 Years |
| Location | On Site |
BA (Hons) Buying & Merchandising
- Discover how to plan successful product ranges and fashion collections
- Learn the key skills you need to analyse data to inform your buying decisions
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Entry Requirements | From 104 UCAS points + Maths GCSE (Grade 4/C or Above) |
| Funding | £11,750 per year (Loans Available) |
| Duration | 2 Years |
| Location | On Site |
BA (Hons) Marketing & Communication for Fashion
- Learn to produce effective fashion marketing strategies and campaigns
- Discover how to identify and communicate with a range of target audiences
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Entry Requirements | From 104 UCAS points |
| Funding | £11,750 per year (Loans Available) |
| Duration | 2 Years |
| Location | On Site |
BA (Hons) Fashion Communication & Styling
- Develop creative and technical skills in fashion communication, styling and storytelling
- Explore fashion image, design thinking, and cultural theories to shape your unique creative perspective
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Entry Requirements | From 104 UCAS points |
| Funding | £11,750 per year (Loans Available) |
| Duration | 2 Years |
| Location | On Site |
BA (Hons) Art Direction for Fashion
- Develop your creativity and technical knowledge of image making techniques
- Create captivating fashion imagery
- Experiment in photography, moving image/film, art direction and graphics
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Entry Requirements | From 104 UCAS points |
| Funding | £11,750 per year (Loans Available) |
| Duration | 2 Years |
| Location | On Site |
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO STUDY A DEGREE?
All of our undergraduate degrees are accelerated courses, meaning you can complete your studies in two years instead of three, saving you time and money.
HOW MUCH DOES AN UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE COST?
- 2026 entry: £11,750 per year*
- Student tuition and maintenance loans are available
*If you started in 2025, your course fees will remain at £11,100 per year.
APPLY NOW THROUGH CLEARING FOR our UNDERGRADUATE FASHION DEGREES
Apply now via Clearing and start your undergraduate degree with us in September 2026!
ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES
We work with over 250 brands at the Fashion Retail Academy. Each of our degree courses includes practical, industry-focused content, such as masterclasses, live projects and talks, taught by some of fashion’s biggest names to give you valuable skills and work experience.
On our HE programmes, you'll have the chance to work with an industry mentor* and complete work placements* with our brand partners each year. You'll also complete unique assessment centre bootcamps designed to give you experience of industry interviews and assessment days.
*Eligibility criteria for HE Work Placements and HE Mentorship Programme:
- Over 75% attendance (discounting authorised absence and sickness)
- Submission of a completed Student Profile form for each programme.
UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE STRUCTURE
At the home of fashion's next generation, we structure our timetables over two full days a week. This means you can save money on travel to the Fashion Retail Academy, and you’ll have plenty of time to complete coursework, independent study or work part-time on your free days.
Alongside your academic learning, you’ll gain invaluable first-hand experiences from our industry partners and support in building your professional network. As part of our undergraduate courses, you’ll take part in projects set by our brand partners, which are designed to give you a deeper understanding of the industry and its current challenges.
The Fashion Retail Academy's extensive links with the fashion industry are one of the best parts of the Buying & Merchandising course. They've given me the confidence that when I graduate I'll be completely ready for a job!
Atinuke
BA (Hons) Buying & Merchandising
The Fashion Retail Academy has helped me focus on the things I value. By identifying what I want from my career, I have started work with a business whose values align with my own!
Ezra
BA (Hons) Fashion Business
It’s been a great two years. The best part of the course was the industry placement; from that, I got a job with M&S! I’d definitely recommend the Fashion Retail Academy. You get great industry insight from the lecturers, not many other places have lecturers that are fresh out of head office.
Teni
BA (Hons) Buying & Merchandising for Fashion
VISIT US OR GET IN TOUCH
Our friendly Applicant Services team is always happy to offer advice and answer any questions you have about applications and studying with us. You can reach them by emailing info@fra.ac.uk or by phoning 0300 247 0039.
