Fashion Design BA (Hons) with Integrated Foundation

The following course information is for students applying for entry in September 2022. If you're looking to start a similar course in September 2023, please refer to BA (Hons) Fashion Design with Fashion and Design Foundation. For the September 2023 intake, the course structure is different from what you see on the page below.

Overview

This course, with an integrated foundation year, is perfect for those who are passionate about fashion innovation and aspire to revolutionise the industry with their designs.

This a useful entry point if you dont have the qualifications needed to enter a degree-level course directly, or if youre uncertain which pathway to follow. Youll be introduced to a variety of key topics (from fashion and interior design to marketing and promotion) and gain the fundamental skills to confidently progress to degree-level. 

Once you've successfully completed your foundation year, you'll progress to the first year of BA (Hons) Fashion Design.

Degree-level

At degree level, you'll design and develop innovative collections that demonstrate your signature style touching on illustration, pattern cutting, drape, garment construction, textile development and digital media. You'll engage with the social, cultural and ethical issues affecting the wider industry and develop a strong eye for future fashion trends. 

Each December we host a fashion show, giving you the chance to present your work on a runway, using professional models. In your final year, youll participate in our Graduate Fashion Show  showing your final collection to family, friends and industry experts.

Graduate as a resourceful, skilful and innovative designer, ready to establish your identity in the fashion design industry. You'll also leave Regent's with a professional portfolio that can be presented to future clients and employers.

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This course, with an integrated foundation year, is perfect for those who are passionate about fashion innovation and aspire to revolutionise the industry with their designs.

This a useful entry point if you dont have the qualifications needed to enter a degree-level course directly, or if youre uncertain which pathway to follow. Youll be introduced to a variety of key topics (from fashion and interior design to marketing and promotion) and gain the fundamental skills to confidently progress to degree-level. 

Once you've successfully completed your foundation year, you'll progress to the first year of BA (Hons) Fashion Design.

Degree-level

At degree level, you'll design and develop innovative collections that demonstrate your signature style touching on illustration, pattern cutting, drape, garment construction, textile development and digital media. You'll engage with the social, cultural and ethical issues affecting the wider industry and develop a strong eye for future fashion trends. 

A Regents education provides you with a high level of personal attention, and this begins from the moment you apply to study with us. We want to understand who you are and what your skills and interests may be we are interested in your potential, as well as your prior achievements. We review each application comprehensively and on its individual merit, considering all of your skills, interests and attributes.

Minimum entry requirements for Level 3 students

One of the following qualifications: 

• 5 GCSEs at grade A-C or equivalent
• US High School Diploma with a minimum GPA of 2.5 
• Equivalent qualifications as deemed acceptable by the University

We receive applications each year from over 170 countries and are happy to assess all international qualifications.

English Language requirements

We require proof of English Proficiency. For example, we ask for:

• IELTS: Overall score of 5.5, with a minimum of 5.5 in each individual component
• GCSE/IGCSE English, grade C / 4 (for IGCSE certificates, please provide the Supplementary Certifying Statement with the breakdown of component grades)

This list is not exhaustive, we will review the English qualifications you have as part of your application and be in contact if we require anything further.

For applicants who wish to improve their English language proficiency, please see our English language courses.

Regent's English Proficiency Test (REPT)

We provide an online English diagnostic test known as the Regents English Proficiency Test (REPT). This test must be booked in advance. To find out more information and to book a test, please visit the REPT page. The REPT test is currently free of charge.

You'll participate in a wide range of industry-focused events, activities and collaborations while you're at Regent's providing inspiration and opportunities for you to network and forge professional relationships with industry experts.

You'll graduate as a highly creative designer, with your own professional portfolio, ready to join an international fashion brand or launch your own label.

Regent's graduates (including American designer, and host of Project Runway, Christian Siriano and Juliette Bougartchev, founder of luxury label Degrave) have gone on to work internationally as designers, creative directors, pattern cutters, buyers and illustrators working with luxury brands such as:

• Louis Vuitton
• Vivienne Westwood
• Givenchy
• Ralph Lauren
• Hugo Boss

They may also go on to study MA courses at Regent's, Royal College of Art, Central Saint Martins and London College of Fashion.

Your guide to finding a fashion internship.

Applying to study at Regent's University London is quick and easy. We have put together some helpful information to guide you through the process. We accept direct applications and there is no application fee.

Not received your results yet?

That's fine, you can still apply even without your exam results. We can issue a conditional offer without your results. You just need be clear in your application which qualifications you are currently studying for.

There's still time to submit an application. Get in touch, we'd love to hear from you.

Step 1 Apply

You can apply in the following ways:

• Apply online
• Apply through UCAS  (The Regents UCAS code is R18)

If you have not uploaded the relevant supporting documents during the online application process, you should ensure that we have the below supporting documents as soon as you have completed your application. These can be sent to the Regents Admissions Department via email to [email protected].

• Copies of academic transcripts and certificates from all previous studies (i.e. secondary school and/or university certificates)
• One academic letter of recommendation
• A 300-500 word personal statement outlining the reasons for applying to your chosen programme, how you feel you will benefit from the programme of study, what contributions you will make to the University and how this will help your future career aspirations.
• A copy of your passport photograph (ID) page
• If you are not a native English speaker, proof of your English proficiency

Credit Transfer

• If youve already studied part of a degree course elsewhere, you may be able apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and join the programme at an advanced entry point. If youd like to request entry part-way through a programme, make sure you state this clearly in your statement of purpose and provide us with the transcripts and module descriptions for the relevant study.

Step 2 Receive a response to your application

You can expect to receive a decision on your application within 10 working days of receipt of your completed application and supporting documents.

We will assess whether you meet our entry requirements and will notify you of the decision via email. UCAS applicants will also receive official notification via the UCAS system.

For some of our programmes, the selection process may include an interview or audition. Interviews/auditions can take the form of a one-to-one interview, group interview or portfolio review which may be conducted by telephone or as a Skype call. Arrangements of these are made between the Admissions Department and the applicant.

Step 3 Accepting your offer

If you wish to accept the offer you must pay the advance tuition fee deposit (non-refundable) to confirm your place.

Please see here for information on how to pay.

Step 4 After you have accepted your place

Closer to the start of the term, the Admissions Team will send information regarding the registration process. This will include information on completing your online enrolment prior to your arrival as well as a checklist of documents you will need to bring with you to fully register onto the programme.

Information for international students

If you are an overseas student requiring visa sponsorship to study in the UK, our team will be in touch with information on applying for your student visa and the documents you will need. More information can be found on our visas and immigration page.