Norwich University of the Arts
Fashion Marketing and Business BA (Hons)
Norwich University of the Arts

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews for 10 graduates of Fashion Marketing and Business BA (Hons) at Norwich University of the Arts for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Business and Management (Non-Specific).

Overall student satisfaction
75 /100
10 total respondents
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Course Description

OVERVIEW

BA (Hons) Fashion Marketing and Business at Norwich University of the Arts (Norwich) is designed for aspiring fashion entrepreneurs and leaders who want to push the global fashion industry forward through creative innovation and new business models. It offers you the opportunity to study a fashion business degree in the inspiring creative surroundings of an independent specialist arts, design, architecture and media institution.

The course provides a unique insight into the commercial fundamentals, marketing strategies and core brand development techniques that are used to run the fashion industry today. Our course promotes a culture of innovation, identifying opportunities and presenting big ideas. Throughout the course you will create dynamic marketing campaigns, retail concepts, buying proposals and business plans that will allow you fully understand, create and operate within successful fashion businesses.

  • KEY FEATURES
  • Share the first-year curriculum with BA (Hons) Fashion Communication and Promotion, allowing you to study shared core fashion fundamentals including fashion history, contextual awareness, branding, marketing, industry awareness and effective communication techniques
  • Build your knowledge of fashion marketing and contextual awareness, developing skills that are sought after by employers. Key areas of study include fashion retail and visual merchandising, buying and merchandising, business models and planning, corporate responsibility and law, and international fashion strategy
  • Be introduced to new theories and knowledge through lectures and taught workshops, allowing you to explore new concepts and deepen your industry understanding and skills
  • Small group seminars and individual tutorials will provide you with opportunity to share, gain feedback on and progress your work
  • Further your studies through independent learning alongside your timetabled sessions
  • YOUR FUTURE

The course encourages work-related learning and work placements. Dedicated employability workshops covering networking, personal brand building CV and cover letter writing will assist you in seeking out appropriate opportunities within the industry.

Through engagement with industry guests, the Ideas FactoryNUA and bespoke workshops graduates will go on to be the fashion CEOs, strategists, marketing directors and innovation leaders of the future.

  • OUR STUDENTS’ WORK

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Fashion Marketing and Business BA (Hons) at Norwich University of the Arts

30% Natural and social science professionals
30% Sales occupations
15% Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
5% Animal care and control services
5% Elementary occupations
5% Business and public service associate professionals
5% Conservation and environment professionals
5% Caring personal services
5% Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations

The University assesses you through the coursework you produce as you complete each unit. Each unit will require you to present a portfolio of work which may include finished pieces of work, written work, your research, and a reflective journal which allows you to evaluate your learning and highlight your strengths and areas for further development. You can find out more information about our assessment methods at www.nua.ac.uk/assessment/

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • Others
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 6.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Fashion Marketing and Business, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Fashion Marketing and Business BA (Hons)

EU £18000 year 1
England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1
Ireland £9250 year 1
International £18000 year 1

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)
  • year 2
  • year 3

University Rankings

Positions of Norwich University of the Arts in top UK and global rankings.

See all 6 university rankings of Norwich University of the Arts

About Norwich University of the Arts

Norwich University of the Arts (NUA) has maintained its strong reputation in Arts, Design and Media education since its establishment in 1845. NUA is located in Norwich, one of Britain’s greenest, safest cities which incidentally, and perhaps not coincidentally, also has a thriving Art and Music Scene. Norwich has been named one of the best places to live in the UK by The Sunday Times for numerous years consecutively, due to its energetic and young population, colourful outdoor markets, and reasonable cost of living compared to many parts of the UK.

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Student composition of Norwich University of the Arts

undergraduates:
2535
postgraduates:
90
Total:
2625
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