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BA (Hons) Fashion Buying with Merchandising

De Montfort University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of fashion buying and merchandising. Students will learn how to identify market trends, select products, negotiate prices, and manage inventory. The course covers various aspects of the fashion industry, including sustainability, ethical sourcing, and digital retailing. Students will also gain practical experience through work-based learning and collaboration with industry partners.

Additional Information

This course is ideal for students who are interested in pursuing a career in fashion buying or merchandising. The course is taught by experienced professionals with extensive knowledge of the industry, and students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources. Graduates of this course will be well-prepared to enter the workforce as entry-level buyers or merchandisers.

Experience World-Class Fashion Education at De Montfort University

De Montfort University is a leading institution for fashion and design studies. The university has strong industry connections, which provide students with valuable opportunities for networking and internships. The faculty is committed to providing students with a well-rounded education that includes both theoretical and practical components. Additionally, the university's location in Leicester provides access to a diverse range of cultural and creative influences.

Why You Should Study This Course

Youll develop in-depth knowledge of the buying cycle and the critical path, and key activities around trading the range, reacting to sales, and managing sales promotions. The merchandising pathway focuses on the numbers behind buying a fashion range, its selection process, and strategic stock management. We will nurture your professional practice through personal development planning, as well as guided research and critical reasoning. We place a strong emphasis on sustainability and social responsibility, ensuring that you will graduate with the tools to drive innovation at all stages of the buying process. The fashion industry is evolving with the shift in fashion retailing from high street to commerce. We work alongside industry professionals to put your learning into context and will equip you with the skills and adaptability to take on the challenges of our rapidly changing industry.

General Eligibility

We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds.

  • Art and Design Foundation or

  • 112 points from at least 2 A ‘levels 

  •  BTEC Extended Diploma DMM

  • International Baccalaureate: 26+ Points 

Plus five GCSEs grades 9-4 including English Language or Literature at grade 4 or above.

  • Pass Access with 30 Level 3 credits at Merit and GCSE English (Language or Literature) at grade 4 or above

We will normally require students to have had a break from full time education before undertaking the Access course.

  • We also accept the BTEC First Diploma plus two GCSEs including English Language or Literature at grade 4 or above

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Block 1: Fashion Consumer and Marketplace 

  • Block 2: Fashion Business

  • Block 3: Fashion Lifecycle 

  • Block 4 Sustainable Futures 

2 Year 2
  • Block 1: Buying and Professional Practice

  • Block 2: Design Innovation and Sustainable Futures

  • Block 3: Introduction to Global Sourcing Skills

  • Block 4: Fashion Merchandising

3 Year 3
  • Block 1 and 2: Sustainable Sourcing and Supply Management, and Strategic Fashion Merchandising 

  • Block 3 and 4: Major Research Project

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79
If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each band, or equivalent when you start the course is essential.

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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