Fashion Design with Year Abroad - BA (Hons)

University of Southampton

Fashion is more than clothing. It is a way of expressing identity, responding to the world and shaping what comes next. At Winchester School of Art, you will explore your creative voice while engaging with the challenges facing the fashion industry today. From sustainability and digital innovation to inclusive design, you will consider how fashion can respond to a changing world. You will work in collaborative studio spaces, combining traditional craft with new technologies. As part of a research driven, creative community, you will learn from industry experienced tutors and develop your ideas through experimentation and making. Through projects such as Fashion Futures, you will explore emerging trends including climate conscious design, wearable technology and new fashion narratives, preparing you to contribute to the future of the industry.

Study on a future focused course, co designed with industry experts to reflect the needs of the fashion sector. Access vintage archives spanning from the Victorian era to the 1980s, using original pieces to inspire your designs. Work on live briefs with brands and showcase your work at events such as Graduate Fashion Week. Connect with industry through links with the British Fashion Council, UKFT and a global creative network. Join a community of graduates working at leading brands including Alexander McQueen, Burberry, JW Anderson and Stella McCartney.

You will be guided by tutors with industry experience who will support your creative and professional development. You will also have access to wellbeing services and inclusive teaching practices, helping you to build confidence and thrive in a supportive studio environment.