Fashion Communication: Fashion Critical Studies University of the Arts London (UAL)

Overview

The MA Fashion Communication: Fashion Critical Studies at University of the Arts London (UAL) offers a comprehensive academic exploration of fashion's cultural and historical significance. This innovative programme is structured to provide students with the analytical tools required to engage with and contribute to the evolving discourse surrounding fashion. Through a blend of theoretical frameworks and practical applications, students will examine fashion as a multifaceted phenomenon encompassing objects, images, texts, ideas, practices, and experiences. The course critically engages with various disciplines, including art history, sociology, geography, literature, politics, and anthropology, allowing for a rich understanding of fashion's role in society.

Why Fashion Communication: Fashion Critical Studies at UAL?

Central Saint Martins, a renowned college within UAL, is celebrated for its high-ranking status in the creative arts sector. The MA Fashion Communication programme boasts established partnerships with leading international media and fashion brands, providing students with unique opportunities for collaboration. Expert teaching is delivered by a team of distinguished academics and industry professionals, ensuring that students receive cutting-edge insights and guidance. Additionally, the course benefits from extensive industry connections, both within the UK and globally, enhancing students' professional networks and career prospects.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

The tuition fees for the MA Fashion Communication: Fashion Critical Studies are as follows:

• National Fee: £15,330 per year
• International Fee: £33,870 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum of the MA Fashion Communication is designed to foster both academic and practical skills. The course includes the following units:

• Unit 1: Investigation - This unit challenges assumptions and broadens understanding of fashion's international context.
• Unit 2: The Collaborative Unit - Focused on interdisciplinary research and practice, this unit promotes collaboration across various postgraduate courses.
• Unit 3: Specialist Major Project – Planning, Preparation and Negotiated Phase - Students plan and prepare for their self-initiated major project.
• Unit 4: Specialist Major Project – Realisation and Presentation Phase - This unit involves the realisation and presentation of the major project developed in the previous unit.

Careers with Fashion Communication: Fashion Critical Studies

Graduates of the MA Fashion Communication: Fashion Critical Studies pathway are well-prepared for a variety of roles within the fashion industry and beyond. Alumni have found employment in diverse fields, including media as journalists and researchers, business as archivists and brand managers, and academia as researchers and lecturers. Many graduates pursue further academic research, with some progressing towards PhD studies in related areas. The skills developed throughout the course enable students to adapt to the evolving demands of the fashion sector, making them valuable assets in various professional contexts.