Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Develop design ideas from research to finished outcomes.
- Explore materials, construction and responsible production.
- Understand fashion communication and commercial practice.
Leeds Arts University · Leeds
MA Fashion
For creative graduates wanting to develop expertise in fashion design, innovation and technical roles. One year full-time or two years part-time. The programme develops fashion design, making, visual research, branding, production and the commercial fashion environment. At postgraduate level, the emphasis is on advanced knowledge, critical evaluation and independent professional or research work.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Fashion designer
- Product developer
- Fashion buyer
- Brand or fashion-marketing professional
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- 2:2 UK honours degree or international equivalent (or degree-equivalent qualification), plus personal statement and portfolio
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- We’ll check your qualifications against this course for you.
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, no component below 5.5
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Leeds Arts University.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
More Fashion courses at Leeds Arts University
- BA (Hons) Fashion DesignUndergraduate · 3 years · £18,600/yr
- BA (Hons) Fashion MarketingUndergraduate · 3 years · £18,600/yr
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on leeds-art.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with Leeds Arts University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.