Study location	United Kingdom, Leicester
Type	Bachelor courses, full-time
Nominal duration	3 years
Study language	English
Awards	BA (Hons)
Course code	W23C

Tuition fee	To be confirmed

Entry qualification	High school / secondary education (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

Language requirements	English IELTS: 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) CAE: 168 (with a minimum of 162 in each component)

Other requirements	At least 1 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application. A relevant portfolio is required. Contour Fashion Communication BA (Hons) portfolio advice Portfolio

More information	Expenses, accommodation, working etc. dmu.ac.uk/..munication-ba-hons-degree.aspx

Overview

A unique, diverse and multi-disciplined degree programme, this new course prepares you for a career in marketing, social media, trend forcasting, product development, visual communication, PR and entrepreneurship.

The course is designed to meet the changing requirements of the intimate apparel industry. You will study aspects of intimate apparel concept inspiration, idea development, image, trend, styling, enterprise and business, industry and communication skills, social media applications and marketing.

You will benefit from our extensive industry links with the intimate apparel industry and have the opportunity to work with companies on live projects and competitions. The programme has an optional placement year, with opportunities for international and UK based placements.

Programme structure

Year 1
Visual Communication 1
Trends and Product Development
Introduction to Fashion Business
Contour Fashion Promotion
Design Cultures 1

Year 2
Visual Communication 2
Trends and Product Development 2
Fashion Marketing 1
Contour Fashion Entrepreneurship
Design Cultures 2

Year 3
Professional Practice and Portfolio
Fashion Marketing 2
Final research Project

Career opportunities

The School of Design produces highly employable graduates, who are acclaimed for their technical skills and design excellence. DMU graduates work for national and international brands such as Calvin Klein New York, Heidi Klein, H&M Sweden, Clover Hong Kong, Bravissimo, Stretchline Sri Lanka, Harvey Nichols, LF Intimates, Ace Style, Tommy Hilfiger Amsterdam, PD China, Edge’O’Beyond, Emreco, and Quantum.

Graduates completing this course are expected to begin work in trend prediction, business and enterprise, social media or communication.