| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Associate Degree in Fashion Merchandising prepares students for entry-level careers in the apparel industry. The program emphasizes the business of fashion, including marketing, product development, and retail operations. Graduates are equipped with the skills to develop marketing strategies, create promotional campaigns, and analyze retail businesses. Entry-level employment opportunities include retail sales, small store merchandising, and wholesaling.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Associate Degree in Fashion Merchandising is designed to prepare students for entry-level careers in the apparel industry in Southern California. This program emphasizes the business of fashion, wholesale merchandise planning, product development, pricing, and apparel branding targeting specific markets. Upon completion of the program, students will be able to develop marketing strategies, create promotional campaigns, understand the buying process, and analyze retail businesses. Entry-level employment opportunities available after completion of this program may include retail sales, small store merchandising, and wholesaling.
Outline:
The program covers the following areas:
- Apparel retailing
- Fashion marketing
- Textiles
- Technical drawing
- Merchandising
Required Courses:
| Course Prefix | Course Name | Units | |---|---|---| | FASH 8 | Introduction to Fashion | 3 | | FASH 9 | History of Fashion | 3 | | OR FASH 57 | Fashion Retailing and Production Technologies | 3 | | FASH 10 | Clothing Construction I | 3 | | FASH 14 | Dress, Culture, and Identity | 3 | | FASH 17 | Textiles | 3 | | FASH 25 | Fashion Digital Illustration and Design | 3 | | FASH 59 | Fashion Retailing | 3 | | FASH 62 | Retail Buying and Merchandising | 4 |
Careers:
Upon completion of the program, graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in the apparel industry, such as:
- Retail Sales
- Small Store Merchandising
- Wholesaling
Other:
- The program emphasizes the business of fashion.
- The program aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to develop marketing strategies, create promotional campaigns, understand the buying process, and analyze retail businesses.
- Students can earn a Certificate in Fashion Merchandising - Level 1 (N0484) upon completion of certain required courses.
- Students can earn a Certificate in Fashion Merchandising - Level 2 (N0485) upon completion of specific courses and submission of a petition to the Admissions and Records office.
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Entry Requirements:
Home Students:
- A good honours degree (normally minimum 2.2) in any subject.
- Or, at least 12 months relevant professional experience and/or equivalent qualifications.
International Students:
- A good honours degree (normally minimum 2.2) in any subject.
- Or, at least 12 months relevant professional experience and/or equivalent qualifications.
- UK Border Agency and Universities minimum English Language requirements such as the International English Language Test (IELTS) overall score of 6.5 with 5.5 in each component.
- Personal statement is required for all applicants.
- International students who do not meet the academic or English language requirements can qualify by completing preparatory study at UWE Bristol's International College.
- Students who successfully complete pre-sessional English courses can progress onto their chosen degree course without retaking an IELTS or equivalent.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- UK Border Agency and Universities minimum English Language requirements such as the International English Language Test (IELTS) overall score of 6.5 with 5.5 in each component.
- Entry requirements may be subject to change.
