Bachelor of Arts (Hons) - Fashion Journalism and Content Creation
- 3 years
- Duration
- 30,890 GBP/year
- Price
- September
- Start
- June
- Deadline
- Bachelor
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- London / United Kingdom
- Location
Program description
The BA (Hons) Fashion Journalism and Content Creation course is delivered at London College of Fashion and equips students with the key skills and subject knowledge needed to work across print, online, broadcast, and social media. The dynamic curriculum allows students to generate and edit news, features, and content, creating their own magazines, websites, podcasts, and visual outcomes to build a professional toolkit.
Students gain hands-on experience by working professionally on the award-winning website, replicating workplace practices and team building. Aligned with LCF's values, the course encourages using media skills to explore themes of sustainability, inclusivity, and social responsibility in local and global contexts. The prestigious programme has alumni in senior roles at esteemed media outlets and fashion brands worldwide.
Program structure
Stage 1 (Level 4)
The units you will study in Year 1, Stage 1, Level 4 are as follows:
- Introduction to Fashion Communication (20 Credits)
- News and Feature Writing (20 credits)
- Content Creation for Fashion (20 credits)
- Fashion Broadcast (20 Credits)
- Fashion Cultures and Histories (20 Credits)
- Fashion Communication: Community of Practice (20 Credits)
Stage 2 (Level 5)
The units you will study in Year 2, Stage 2, Level 5 are as follows:
- Critical Issues in Fashion Research (20 Credits)
- Fashion Writing (20 Credits)
- Fashion Communication: Situating Your Practice (20 Credits)
- Fashion Journalism and Content Creation: Social Impact (40 credits)
- Fashion Communication: Professional Practice Placement/Portfolio (20 Credits)
You have an option to choose:
- Placement
- Portfolio
Stage 3 (Level 6)
The units you will study in Year 3, Stage 3, Level 6 are as follows:
- Fashion Journalism: Professional Working (20 Credits)
You have an option to choose:
- Creative Industries: Theories and Practices (40 credits) OR
- Fashion Communication: Practice and Research (40 Credits)
- Independent Project: Fashion Journalism and Content Creation (40 Credits)
- Professional Portfolio Presentation (20 credits)
Price
Tuition fee:
- 30,890 GBP per year*
*Tuition fees for international students may increase by up to 5% in each future year of your course.
During your studies, you may need to cover extra costs which are not included in your tuition fees. You might need to budget for materials and equipment specific to your course. You may also need a laptop or other digital tech/software.
Requirements for applicants
The standard minimum entry requirements for this course are:
One or a combination of the following accepted full level 3 qualifications.
- 112 tariff points from A Level Passes at Grade C or above (preferred subjects include, English, a foreign language and Media Studies);
- a Distinction Foundation Diploma in Art and Design;
- Distinction, Merit, Merit at BTEC Extended Diploma (preferred subjects Art & Design);
- Merit at UAL Extended Diploma;
- Access Diploma or 112 new UCAS tariff points from the Access to HE Diploma;
- 112 new UCAS tariff points (equivalent to 280 old UCAS tariff points) from a combination of the above qualifications or an equivalent full Level 3 qualification;
- or equivalent EU or non-EU qualifications such as International Baccalaureate Diploma at 25 points minimum;
- and five GCSE passes at grade A-C or grade 9-4 to include English.
Applicants who do not meet these course entry requirements may still be considered in exceptional cases.
The course team will consider each application that demonstrates additional strengths and alternative evidence. This might, for example, be demonstrated by:
- Related academic or work experience
- The quality of the personal statement
- A strong academic or other professional reference
- OR a combination of these factors
Each application will be considered on its own merit but we cannot guarantee an offer in each case.
English Language Requirements
- IELTS level 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in reading, writing, listening and speaking.
About the university
The University of the Arts London (UAL) produces and encourages the creativity essential for a better future. Its colleges have been at the forefront of innovative education since 1842, creating work with a lasting impact on people and the planet, driven by curiosity, imagination, and purpose.
London is fundamental to UAL's identity, providing a vital context where the university connects and exchanges ideas with individuals from all walks of life. Globally, its creative network influences education, culture, business, and society.
Through innovative research and creative instruction, UAL's faculty and staff bring fresh perspectives to education. The university enables students to build the careers they desire by working with them at every level - from pre-degree to postgraduate, and from short courses to online learning.
UAL's colleges
Ranked second in the world for art and design, UAL comprises six distinct colleges:
- Camberwell College of Arts
- Central Saint Martins
- Chelsea College of Arts
- London College of Communication
- London College of Fashion
- Wimbledon College of Arts
Together, they form a community of creatives, innovators, trailblazers, and storytellers, united in their mission to reimagine the future.
Courses in the visual arts, animation, screen, communication, fashion, media, and performance are available at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
