Fashion Management and Communication BA (Hons)
Sheffield Hallam University
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**Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.****Course summary:**- Learn how to influence the world of fashion through app design, publications, branding, events and experiential campaigns- Explore innovative technologies and how to communicate fashion, artefacts and brand messages - Create a unique portfolio and participate in industry-recognised events that get seen by industry leaders- Join a hub of artists, designers and makers who thrive in our ...Read more


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Course summary:

- Learn how to influence the world of fashion through app design, publications, branding, events and experiential campaigns- Explore innovative technologies and how to communicate fashion, artefacts and brand messages - Create a unique portfolio and participate in industry-recognised events that get seen by industry leaders- Join a hub of artists, designers and makers who thrive in our extensive workshops and state-of-the-art facilitiesThis course prepares you for an exciting career in the global fashion industry. Graduates of this course are ready to explore exciting careers in styling, trend forecasting, marketing, public relations, brand communications, and content creation.


How you learn

Our courses are designed with key principles of engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing a supportive environment where you can thrive. Based in our bespoke studios, workshops, and digital spaces, you’ll become part of a dynamic and collaborative learning community. Together, you’ll undertake creative adventures, explore possibilities, and challenge conventions. Through our teaching, we help you unlock your potential to contribute as a creative thinker and doer and apply your knowledge to industry, culture, society, and life systems.


Key themes

The course promotes a new sense of awareness for the future of the industry by carefully curating the journey of fashion from concept to communication. We champion diversity and awareness in fashion through subjects such as sustainability, sociocultural heritage, community engagement, and the positive representation of race, gender and sexuality. During the course, you'll be introduced to a variety of practical industry tasks, activities and scenarios led by course tutors, technicians, fashion brands and agencies. You’ll be able to explore a wide range of pathways within styling, marketing and trend. You will develop your communication skills using software and creative media, and techniques including digital graphic design and print, photography, moving image and interactive media. You'll also develop your management skills by directing projects and learning marketing strategies which can be applied to new fashion trends and consumer experiences.


Applied learning


Work placements

You’ll have the opportunity to undertake a year-long work placement (25 weeks minimum) or multiple placements before your final year. This gives you valuable work experience to prepare you for your future career and allows you to graduate with an Applied Professional Diploma to add to your CV. Previous students have worked with Dazed Media, SHOWstudio, Nike, Hugo Boss and Urban Outfitters. You may also be able to work or study abroad with the possibility of funding through the Turing Scheme.


Field trips

In each year of your course, you’ll have the opportunity to go on study trips in the UK and abroad. These could include workshops, design conferences or visits to practitioners’ studios, museums and special collections. There’s also the option to enhance your studies further with our optional field trips. Previous trips have included exclusive, behind-the-scenes invitations to the headquarters of Dazed Media, WGSN, Gucci and Marc Jacobs – as well as visiting leading fashion, communication and design museums.Students can also apply for funding through the Turing Scheme to support a study exchange or placement outside of the UK.

Key stats

Art & Design
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
29th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
63rd
Design Studies
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80%
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Design Studies graduate salary at this uni
£19,000
UK Design Studies graduate salary
£18,000
Management Studies
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Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
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0%
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The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
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95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Management Studies graduate salary at this uni
£21,000
UK Management Studies graduate salary
£20,000
What students say
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Entry requirements

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UCAS Tariff:

112 - 120 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

M:15 Grades / Points required

This must include at least 64 points from two A levels, or equivalent BTEC National qualifications (to include a relevant subject, such as Art, Design and Technology, Textiles or Graphics For example: BBC-BBB at A Level, DDM in BTEC Extended Diploma, Merit overall from a T level qualification, or a combination of qualifications (which may include AS levels, EPQ and general studies).

An Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2. At least 15 level 3 credits must be at merit grade or above, in an Art, Design or Media related programme along with study in social science or business from a QAA-recognised Access to HE course, or an equivalent Access to HE certificate

Popular A-level subjects

Management Studies

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Business Studies
30%
Psychology
20%
English Language
17%
Geography
16%
English Literature
14%
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Design Studies

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Art & Design
43%
3D Design
21%
Graphic Communication
15%
Mathematics
15%
Product Design
13%
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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£16,655 per year

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£16,655 per year

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