The University of Sunderland offers a BA (Hons) in Fashion Design and Promotion through its Faculty of Arts and Creative Industries. This degree program lasts for three years and focuses mainly on design. For international students, the tuition fee is £16,000 per year. To enroll in this degree course, students must provide proof of English language proficiency through tests like IELTS or PTE.

This course provides students with important skills and knowledge in both fashion design and promotion, which is highly valued by industry experts.

In fashion design, students will create ideas, explore different materials, design fabrics, and develop complete fashion collections while learning about the manufacturing processes.

Students will learn all the necessary skills to make clothing, including pattern making, cutting, sewing, fabric printing, and craftsmanship, while also discovering new technologies.

The fashion promotion and marketing pathway encourages students to look at the entire fashion market, analyze future trends, build brands, understand the marketing mix, learn about visual merchandising, create promotional materials, and plan events like fashion shows.

Students will also learn graphic design, styling, and photography, and they will benefit from our expertise in fashion journalism.

Throughout the course, students will receive support and guidance from our expert team, who will help them choose their preferred pathway.

12th Grade

To apply, students must have completed high school with a minimum percentage. For CBSE, ICSE, and State Boards, the requirement is 65% in Class 12. For 10+II (Senior School Certificate), the minimum is 60%. A 3-year diploma also requires at least 60%.

IELTS

Marks: 6.0

Students must score at least 6 in IELTS, with no band lower than 5.5.

PTE

Marks: 59.0

Students need a minimum score of 59 in PTE, with no less than 59 in each skill.

Application Process for University of Sunderland

Step 1: Prepare Your Documents

Gather the necessary documents for your application:

• Letters of Recommendation (LOR): You need two written recommendations from a teacher, adviser, or professional who knows you academically.

Step 2: Additional Documents Required

Besides your letters of recommendation, you may need to provide other documents such as:

• Academic transcripts
• Passport copy
• Personal statement
• Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable)
• Financial documents to show you can support yourself during your studies

Step 3: Start Your Online Application

Visit the following link to begin your online application: University of Sunderland Application.

Step 4: Application Fees for This Course

The application fee is £22 (approximately INR 2,320).

Payment Methods: You can pay using a credit card or debit card.

The University may allow a payment plan for new international students from certain countries, including:

• Turkey
• Egypt
• Indonesia
• Ghana
• Nigeria
• Morocco
• Lebanon
• India
• Kenya
• Jordan

To qualify for the installment plan, you must:

• Pay a £3,500 deposit before getting your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS).
• Pay 50% of your total fees before enrolling and the remaining 50% by January 29, 2021.
• Be a national of one of the countries listed above.
• Provide proof of your ability to pay, such as a bank statement approved by the University of Sunderland.

Step 5: Application Deadline

The application deadline for the Fall intake (September) is June 30th.

Note: These dates are tentative based on previous years. For exact deadlines, connect with our expert counselors for assistance.