University of Derby
Fashion Design BA (Hons)
University of Derby

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 75 graduates of Fashion Design BA (Hons) and other courses in Design Studies at University of Derby for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Design Studies.

Overall student satisfaction
80 /100
75 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Design Studies

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Design Studies at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £21000 £19500 £22500
25-75 percentile range £19500 - £23000 £15500 - £23000 £16500 - £26500


Salary of all UK Graduates of Design Studies

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £22025 £20113 £23568
25-75 percentile range £19981 - £25071 £15144 - £24676 £17604 - £29974

Course Description

Design original, inspiring collections which will set you apart in the global fashion industry. BA (Hons) Fashion puts you at the heart of a creative community where you can take risks, experiment and shine.

Why choose this course?

With strong industry links, high-quality teaching and a cutting-edge learning environment, BA (Hons) Fashion helps you cultivate your own style as a designer. You’ll work on exciting projects with students from other arts disciplines to expand your horizons and prepare to work in an industry which is shaped by creative collaboration and the exchange of ideas.

Is this course for you?

If you’re fascinated by the latest trends, love to design and make, and want to know more about the business of fashion, this course is ideal. We specialise in practical, work-focused learning that gives you a genuine career advantage.

How you will learn

Our new £3 million dedicated fashion and textiles facility is the perfect setting to unleash your creativity but hands-on industry experience will be pivotal too. Our students have flourished on work placements at companies like Markus Lupfer, Aitor Throup, Alexander McQueen, George, Puma and Erdem.

Opportunities and experiences

Live projects, prestige competitions, industry visits and guest lectures – all enrich and energise your studies. You could take part in events like Graduate Fashion Week in London and The Clothes Show. We count many award-winners among our students past and present.

Careers and employability

A bright future starts with the BA (Hons) Fashion. It’s your passport to a career in fashion, textile, knitwear, sportswear and accessories design, fashion forecasting, illustration, PR, marketing, media, buying, merchandising, photographic styling ... the possibilities are endless.

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 Design BA (Hons) at University of Derby

40% Teaching Professionals
15% Managers, directors and senior officials
15% Therapy professionals
10% Administrative occupations
10% Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation
10% Sports and fitness occupations
10% Sales occupations

Grading & Study Time

Grading Distribution

Students of the course received the following grades

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Design Studies

Requirements for international students / English requirements

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

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Fashion Design, 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 Design BA (Hons)

EU £14900 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
International £14900 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)

University Rankings

Positions of University of Derby in top UK and global rankings.

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About University of Derby

The University of Derby is a publicly owned university located in the city of Derby, England. The university’s main campus is in Allestree, a suburbian zone in Derby itself, and is situated directly opposite the popular Markeaton Park where many students enjoy going for a walk in their free time.

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Student composition of University of Derby

undergraduates:
13155
postgraduates:
2515
Total:
15670
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