University of the Arts London
International Preparation for Fashion (Certificate in Higher Education)
London, England, United Kingdom · UCAS IPF1
Level
Bachelor
Duration
1 year
Campus
UAL School of Pre-Degree Studies
Intl. Tuition
£24,660 (Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published)
Home Tuition
£10,050 (regulated maximum, 2027-28)
Intake
September 2027
UCAS code
IPF1
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Course Overview
International Preparation for Fashion (Certificate in Higher Education) at University of the Arts London in London, England, United Kingdom is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
22,950
Staff Ratio
14.0:1
International
54.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
68.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£25,280
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of International Preparation for Fashion (Certificate in Higher Education)
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Design
- Arts and crafts
- Clothing
- Fashion
- Fashion design
- Fashion forecasting
- Textile pattern cutting
- Fashion styling
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
22,950
Total students
Staff Ratio
14:1
Students per staff
International Students
54%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Cool temperate
Safety Index (indicative)
7.0/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Global / diverse | Creative arts scene
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
68%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£25,280
Average first-year salary