Nottingham Trent University

Founded in 1843, the School of Art & Design at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is one of the most established, renowned and respected institutions in the UK.  There is a multicultural community of more than 29,000 students at the University and the School of Art & Design has a global reputation for creativity and design excellence.   

NTU was awarded Gold in teaching and learning, the highest possible rating, in the HK’s Teaching Excellence Framework in 2017.  It was named The Guardian's University of the Year in 2019, and ranked 11th in the UK for Art and Design (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020) and 16th in the UK for Fashion and Textiles (The Guardian University Guide 2021). 

Programme Overview
Programme Introduction

Fashion in the 21st Century is a truly global business. This International Fashion Business programme will provide you with an international perspective on the operation of fashion industry. Recent graduates are now working for renowned brands such as Adidas, Calvin Klein, Eland Fashion, Arcadia Group, etc.

Modules^

^ Under review and subject to change

Assessment

Proposal, report, and individual and team presentation.

Entry Requirements

• Holders of a Higher Diploma in Fashion, Textiles or a related discipline, preferably with a result consisting of a merit or distinction profile (supporting academic references will be required).
• Mature students who can provide evidence of prior professional experience of no less than 3 years with accompanying qualifications will also be considered.
• Applicants are required to submit a written personal statement in around 1,000 words which outlines their reasons for undertaking the Programme.
• Applicants will be invited to attend an interview to determine their abilities to undertake the programme.

English Proficiency Requirements

• An overall band score of 6.5 in IELTS, with no subtest score of less than 5.5; or
• A score of at least 550 in TOEFL (213 for computer-based test).

(Graduates of VTC Higher Diploma are exempted from the requirements.)

Additional Information

The programme is guided by the University’s Equal Opportunities Policy and welcomes applications from mature students who can demonstrate potential through their life and experiences.