BA Fashion Communication: Image and Promotion
About this course
BA (Hons) in Fashion communication and Fashion Design, structured across three distinct pathways including Image and Promotion, Histories and Theories, and Journalism. Students complete projects involving collaboration with peers from the Fashion Design course. The curriculum incorporates client-led briefs and live competitions connected to current professional practice in the industry. The programme offers an optional four-year duration that includes a Diploma in Professional Studies.
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Entry requirements
The standard entry requirements for this course are as follows: One of the following accepted full Level 3 qualifications: Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3 or 4) or EU/International Foundation equivalent Merit, Pass, Pass (MPP) at BTEC Extended Diploma (preferred subjects include Art, Art and Design or Design and Technology) Pass at UAL Extended Diploma Access to Higher Education Diploma equivalent to 64 UCAS tariff points (preferred subjects include Art, Art and Design or Design and Technology) And three GCSE passes at grade 4 or above (grade A*–C). Entry to this course will also be determined by assessment of your portfolio. This course accepts A-levels and the International Baccalaureate only in combination with a Foundation Diploma in Art and Design or equivalent one-year intensive art and design or fashion-related course. These courses enable students to develop relevant skills, and a strong academic practice base for the study of Art and Design. UAL does not have any preference for where to study a Foundation course; however, to find out more about studying a Foundation at UAL, please see UAL's Foundation Diploma in Art and Design , a part of our School of Pre-Degree Studies . AP(E)L – Accreditation of Prior (Experiential) Learning Exceptionally applicants who do not meet these course entry requirements may still be considered. 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 score of 6.5 or above, with at least 5.5 in reading, writing, listening and speaking (please check our main English language requirements webpage ).
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What students say
Based on about 1,292 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 89%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 83%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 84%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 45 students who started
- Continued on course: 100%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 1,110 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 68%
- South East: 11%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started
- A levels: 80%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Bronze overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Fashion Communication: Image and Promotion at University of the Arts London earn?
The median salary is £23,500 after 3 years, £29,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,500 and £36,000. The £29,500 median after five years is £500 less than the UK median for Publicity studies.
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Fashion Communication: Image and Promotion at University of the Arts London?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA Fashion Communication: Image and Promotion at University of the Arts London?
The average entrant had 171 UCAS points.
Does BA Fashion Communication: Image and Promotion at University of the Arts London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BA Fashion Communication: Image and Promotion at University of the Arts London?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.