uni choice for fashion design
i have to make a decision on where im gonna study fashion soon and need help!!!
it’s between loughborough, glasgow school of arts, kingston, brighton, nottingham trent, and uni for the creative arts
if anyone’s studied at or knows about the fashion courses/lit anything at these unis pleaseee give me some advice 🙏 also im an international student so student life + employment opportunities are top priority for me, what’s the best option???
it’s between loughborough, glasgow school of arts, kingston, brighton, nottingham trent, and uni for the creative arts
if anyone’s studied at or knows about the fashion courses/lit anything at these unis pleaseee give me some advice 🙏 also im an international student so student life + employment opportunities are top priority for me, what’s the best option???
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Hii! I haven't gone to any of those but Loughborough is number 1 for fashion in the UK right now so I'd go there if I were you. I'm sure wherever you go you'll do great though!
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by kavyajainni have to make a decision on where im gonna study fashion soon and need help!!!
it’s between loughborough, glasgow school of arts, kingston, brighton, nottingham trent, and uni for the creative arts
if anyone’s studied at or knows about the fashion courses/lit anything at these unis pleaseee give me some advice 🙏 also im an international student so student life + employment opportunities are top priority for me, what’s the best option???
it’s between loughborough, glasgow school of arts, kingston, brighton, nottingham trent, and uni for the creative arts
if anyone’s studied at or knows about the fashion courses/lit anything at these unis pleaseee give me some advice 🙏 also im an international student so student life + employment opportunities are top priority for me, what’s the best option???
Hi @kavyajainn
I replied to you over on a different forum Kingston Fashion Design - The Student Room
I hope this is useful and feel free to ask any questions
-Grace (Kingston Rep)
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UAL?
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by kavyajainni have to make a decision on where im gonna study fashion soon and need help!!!
it’s between loughborough, glasgow school of arts, kingston, brighton, nottingham trent, and uni for the creative arts
if anyone’s studied at or knows about the fashion courses/lit anything at these unis pleaseee give me some advice 🙏 also im an international student so student life + employment opportunities are top priority for me, what’s the best option???
it’s between loughborough, glasgow school of arts, kingston, brighton, nottingham trent, and uni for the creative arts
if anyone’s studied at or knows about the fashion courses/lit anything at these unis pleaseee give me some advice 🙏 also im an international student so student life + employment opportunities are top priority for me, what’s the best option???
For employment opportunities have a look at the grad shows/presence of each university at GFW in London https://www.instagram.com/officialgfw?igsh=MTZ1aWc4b3k5OXRwdQ==
in terms of student life they’re quite different places - what sort of town/city do you live in at the moment? Are you looking for somewhere similar or different? Do you have any hobbies/interests/socialising that you particularly enjoy or want to do more of during university?
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by kavyajainni have to make a decision on where im gonna study fashion soon and need help!!!
it’s between loughborough, glasgow school of arts, kingston, brighton, nottingham trent, and uni for the creative arts
if anyone’s studied at or knows about the fashion courses/lit anything at these unis pleaseee give me some advice 🙏 also im an international student so student life + employment opportunities are top priority for me, what’s the best option???
it’s between loughborough, glasgow school of arts, kingston, brighton, nottingham trent, and uni for the creative arts
if anyone’s studied at or knows about the fashion courses/lit anything at these unis pleaseee give me some advice 🙏 also im an international student so student life + employment opportunities are top priority for me, what’s the best option???
Our career prospects for Fashion are really good! with students going on to work at Calvin Klein, Victoria Beckham, Burberry and many more places!
We offer lots of support for international students from applying to post graduation!
The social life is really good in Brighton! We have lots of societies here at Brighton, and if there are none that interest you, you can make your own and get some funding from the students union to host events. We also have some 'give it a go' events at the beginning of each semester to try new things and meet new people. There are also loads of bars close to the campuses and in the city centre. We also have loads of nightclubs in the city and by the seafront as well as the gay club Revenge. Most clubs and quite a lot of bars have student nights/hours and quite a few have student themed events at the beginning of the year.
Living in Brighton is also pretty cool! We are surrounded by some of the most beautiful nature, from the seafront only 15 mins away from campus to the South Downs if walking in nature instead of rocks is more your style 😂. We are also one of the sunniest campuses in the UK! Along with the tons of pubs and bars in the city we also have a massive library and lots of independent cafes and restaurants.
I hope this helps you, feel free to ask any questions!
Blue- TSR Student Ambassador
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by PQFor employment opportunities have a look at the grad shows/presence of each university at GFW in London https://www.instagram.com/officialgfw?igsh=MTZ1aWc4b3k5OXRwdQ==
in terms of student life they’re quite different places - what sort of town/city do you live in at the moment? Are you looking for somewhere similar or different? Do you have any hobbies/interests/socialising that you particularly enjoy or want to do more of during university?
in terms of student life they’re quite different places - what sort of town/city do you live in at the moment? Are you looking for somewhere similar or different? Do you have any hobbies/interests/socialising that you particularly enjoy or want to do more of during university?
thanks i’ll definitely have a look at those! yeah i know they’re all completely different which is what makes the decision so hard. i’m an international student from dubai so i’m used to a big city, and i love socializing and going out so a uni where i could find that would honestly be great
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by tashaaaaaaaaaHii! I haven't gone to any of those but Loughborough is number 1 for fashion in the UK right now so I'd go there if I were you. I'm sure wherever you go you'll do great though!
i thought so too that’s why i applied! but its actually number one for textiles. the fashion design course was only introduced in 2023 i believe which i only recently found out
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by kavyajainni have to make a decision on where im gonna study fashion soon and need help!!!
it’s between loughborough, glasgow school of arts, kingston, brighton, nottingham trent, and uni for the creative arts
if anyone’s studied at or knows about the fashion courses/lit anything at these unis pleaseee give me some advice 🙏 also im an international student so student life + employment opportunities are top priority for me, what’s the best option???
it’s between loughborough, glasgow school of arts, kingston, brighton, nottingham trent, and uni for the creative arts
if anyone’s studied at or knows about the fashion courses/lit anything at these unis pleaseee give me some advice 🙏 also im an international student so student life + employment opportunities are top priority for me, what’s the best option???
Hey! I'm also thinking about studying fashion. Do you have any further thoughts?
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by kavyajainni have to make a decision on where im gonna study fashion soon and need help!!!
it’s between loughborough, glasgow school of arts, kingston, brighton, nottingham trent, and uni for the creative arts
if anyone’s studied at or knows about the fashion courses/lit anything at these unis pleaseee give me some advice 🙏 also im an international student so student life + employment opportunities are top priority for me, what’s the best option???
it’s between loughborough, glasgow school of arts, kingston, brighton, nottingham trent, and uni for the creative arts
if anyone’s studied at or knows about the fashion courses/lit anything at these unis pleaseee give me some advice 🙏 also im an international student so student life + employment opportunities are top priority for me, what’s the best option???
Hey! All great choices on your list, and since you’re weighing them for fashion, student life, and future opportunities, here’s one more option you might want to consider 👇
At University of Staffordshire we offer BA (Hons) Fashion Design, which is creative and studio-based while also helping students build professional-ready skills.
🎨 What you’ll get here
Creative, supportive environment
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The course encourages students to explore personal interests within fashion, including branding or alternative creative directions, but with real emphasis on craft, ideas, and production.
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It’s not super lecture-heavy, and a lot of learning happens in studios and workshops, which suits people who like hands-on, project-driven study.
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There’s an optional pathways, so if you see your future in the broader fashion industry (not just design), you can tailor your degree to that.
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Teaching staff are really approachable, and they’re happy to chat with prospective students and look at your work informally, not just in the formal shortlisting stages.
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Staffordshire has a strong international community, and the campus vibe is friendly and supportive. Read our tips for moving to the UK.
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Lots of opportunity to connect with industry, from live briefs to external partners, across the year.
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Student life: Staffordshire is known as the Creative County, and our city of Stoke-on-Trent is built on a deep histroy of artistic influence.
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Employment opportunities: Staffordshire also has strong links, creative events, and opportunities to connect with brands and professionals.
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Look at module titles. Do they match what you want to learn?
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Check how many industry projects or placements are included.
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Think about where you want to live for 3+ years. City vibe vs campus community.
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Reach out to current students on Instagram / TikTok. Real student life feedback is often super honest
Nunika, is a graduate in Fashion at University of Staffordshire, and shares more of her experiences:
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by kavyajainni have to make a decision on where im gonna study fashion soon and need help!!!
it’s between loughborough, glasgow school of arts, kingston, brighton, nottingham trent, and uni for the creative arts
if anyone’s studied at or knows about the fashion courses/lit anything at these unis pleaseee give me some advice 🙏 also im an international student so student life + employment opportunities are top priority for me, what’s the best option???
it’s between loughborough, glasgow school of arts, kingston, brighton, nottingham trent, and uni for the creative arts
if anyone’s studied at or knows about the fashion courses/lit anything at these unis pleaseee give me some advice 🙏 also im an international student so student life + employment opportunities are top priority for me, what’s the best option???
Hello dear. I hope you are good right now. Actually now I am applying for universities for fashion designing and I am stuck with choices of Loughbrough, Brighton, Nottingham tren and Glassgow. could you help me out with your suggestion?
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