University of East London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Our fashion cultures and business degree will give you a broad knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of essential cultural topics within fashion culture and fashion business. You will develop a good knowledge of the influences and factors involved in design thinking and iteration by studying modules like: Cultural appropriation and diversity and innovation Storytelling and visual communication and brand identity Fashion business and globalisation Conceptual and historical theory and issues in fashion culture A foundation year at the University of East London (UEL) is more than just an extra year—it’s your pathway to success. It helps you adjust to university life, build confidence, and develop essential skills for levels 4-6 of your chosen degree. With dedicated support, you’ll gain the knowledge needed to thrive in your studies and future career while becoming part of a supportive community.
Modules
Foundation Year: Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness (Core), Creative and Technology Industries Study Skills (Core), Creative and Technology Industries Data Skills (Core), Media and Communication Skills (Core), Creative Industries in Practice (Core) Year 1: Technical Skills & Innovation (Core), Fashion Contexts and Research (Core), Cultural Communities (Core), Thinking Through Fashion (Core), Fashion Enterprise 1 (Core), Mental Wealth: Professional Life - Business of Fashion 1 (Core) Year 2: Technical Applications (Core), Fashion Business: Globalisation, Psychopolitics and Contemporary Issues (Core), Theory of Fashion (Core), Mental Wealth: Professional Life - Business of Fashion 2 (Core), Storytelling and Visual Communication (Core), Fashion Enterprise 2 (Core), Optional placement (Optional) Year 3: Final Major Project: Theoretical Identity (Core), Applied Identities in Fashion Culture and Business (Core), Fashion Culture and Practice (Core), Mental Wealth: Professional Life - Business of Fashion 3 (Core), Fashion Enterprise 3 (Core) For more information about individual modules, please visit our course pages via the link below.
Assessment method
You will be assessed with a mixture of coursework, essays and presentations. Coursework includes essays, research files, visual and moving image portfolio, group and seminar presentations and a final-year project. In your third year, your assessment will be based on research coursework, written reports and a final portfolio outcome. You will have the opportunity to gain feedback from your lecturers, peers and our industry partners. You will always receive written or audio feedback, outlining your strengths and how you can improve. We aim to provide feedback on assessments within 15 working days. YEAR 1: Coursework 50%, Practical 50% YEAR 2: Coursework 50%, Practical 50% YEAR 3: Coursework 50%, Practical 50%
How to apply
14Jan
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.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W228
- Institution code:
- E28
- Campus name:
- Docklands Campus
- Campus code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level - CC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF) - MP
For detailed information on entry requirements for our courses, please see the individual course pages. We consider a range of UK and worldwide qualifications at the appropriate level and also take relevant work experience into account when considering an application. Many courses have a Foundation Year option for those students whose qualifications do not meet the BA or BSc entry requirements. Applicants should have, or be working towards, grade C in GCSE English and Mathematics (or equivalent Level 2 qualification such as Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Mathematics or Key Skills Level 2 in Application of Number and Communication) Entry requirements are intended only as a guide for applicants. They are not a guarantee of an offer, nor of the conditions that may apply. When making a decision on your academic suitability, we will make an assessment of you as an individual and will use information other than qualifications; which may include predicted grades, performance at Level 2, relevant work experience, previous study at degree level, personal statement, references and any portfolio, written test or interview, to make our decision. If you have any questions, please contact a member of our Applicant Relations Team from Monday to Friday (9am–5pm) on +44 (0) 20 8223 3333 or https://uel.ac.uk/about/contact-us
Additional entry requirements
Portfolio
Digital portfolio
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| International | £15560 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of East London
Docklands Campus
4-6 University Way
Newham
E16 2RD
Course contact details
Visit our course pageApplicant Relations Team
0208 223 3333