BA (Hons) in Fashion Communication: Histories and Theories, London College of Fashion

The course is renowned for its global reputation for innovation and originality in fashion communication. It encourages lateral thinking, challenging existing representation modes and fostering critique. It offers opportunities for collaboration with major industry players like Alexander McQueen, Christian Dior, Louis Vuitton, and others, giving students real-world experience. The focus on research, social and racial justice, and ethical practices aligns with current industry values. Studying in London, at the heart of the fashion industry, enhances networking and industry engagement, making it a compelling choice for passionate individuals aiming for diverse careers.

This course offers a specific pathway called Histories and Theories, which focuses on studying and curating fashion histories across different geographical and cultural contexts. It encourages drawing on cultural theory and material history to analyze fashion as image, object, and text, considering design, manufacture, promotion, and consumption in relation to social and cultural contexts. The program also explores how historical perspectives influence current fashion industry practices and debates, including activism, social justice, and climate change.

The course is credit-rated at 360 credits, divided into three stages of 120 credits each, corresponding to levels 4, 5, and 6. To progress through each stage, all units must be successfully completed. The program provides a Bachelor of Arts with Honours (BA Hons) upon successful completion. Students may also opt for an optional Diploma in Professional Studies, involving industry placement, or other specialist diplomas such as Creative Computing or Apple Development. The course duration is three years full-time or four years with the Diploma in Professional Studies.

Graduates find employment across a wide spectrum in the fashion industry. Roles include researchers, archivists, curators, journalists, stylists, photographers, fashion show producers, and PR experts. Many alumni work with prominent fashion companies worldwide like Vogue, Burberry, Christian Louboutin, and Alexander McQueen. Some graduates have also entered postgraduate study at institutions like the Royal College of Art and Goldsmiths. The program’s industry links and live projects support students' career development, promoting opportunities in styling, art direction, communication, and cultural commentary.