Futures

What Next???

If you're interested in fashion and wondering where and what to do next after your degree, we're here to give you the low-down on the best universities, courses and internship opportunities to whet your fashion apetite. Whether its a short course or an MA you're looking for, or simply links to any-level entry opportunities related to fashion, we hope the information we can provide here will help with your quest into the fashion of the future. Good Luck!

 UPDATES!!!

For any of you interested in making a place for yourself in the Fashion world of the future, NOW is the time to get doing something about it!

INTERNSHIPS are undoubtedly the best  way into this exciting career-path, where the more experience you have, the better your chances of landing that dream job. Summer work experience, whether paid or unpaid (expect unpaid in the beginning - you have to work your way up!) is one such way to go about it, and offers the opportunity to dabble in different areas whilst getting some inside knowledge on the way the professionals work. But, you've got to get your foot in the door quick, sharpish as opportunities in this area get snapped up quicker than tickets to Wednesday night's Crisis!

SO! Get your CV sorted, (with that all-important Fashion Soc. membership logged) an impressive covering letter, and some stong-willed, fashionable attitude, and GET APPLYING!!!

Check out some of the links at the bottom of the page for more information, and more importantly get networking - the fashion world needs to KNOW YOUR NAME!!!

 THE Place to Be...

A handy guide for the low-down on all the best universities for Fashion; vital statistics, open days and related links.

Central Saint Martins

Central Saint Martins is world renowned for its Fashion pedigree with the likes of Stella McCartney, John Galliano and Alexander McQueen as just a taste of its many high-profile graduates. From short courses and graduate diplomas to Masters degrees and Postgraduate certificates, Saint Martins students ‘set the agendas by which we shape our lives’. The prestigious university also offers some of the strongest and most versatile courses in Fine Art, Acting, Industrial Design, Textiles, Ceramics and Communications.

♥ Where??? London (various sites)                       

♥ Visit: http://www.csm.arts.ac.uk/

The Royal College of Art

'Located in the heart of london, the Royal College of Art is the only wholly postgraduate university of art and desgin in the world'. Widely described as a crucible of the creative industries, courses are taught by internationally renowned artists, practitioners and theorists, divided over seven schools,  making it a modern and exciting environment to further a career in the arts. Through the College's extensive links with business, and an outstanding quality of graduates, from Tracey Emin to Julien McDonald, the RCA is seen as a destination for success.

♥ Where??? London (various sites)

♥ Visit: http://www.rca.ac.uk/

♥ Open Days: Open days take place around the November/ December period for entry the following year, with a chance to meet staff and students alike. Each department has up to two open days for optimum attendance.

-For Dates, see:

 http://www.rca.ac.uk/Default.aspx?ContentID=161433&GroupID=161434&CategoryID=36693&More=1

♥ Entry Requirements: Students are selected entirely on merit, with an initial assessment of portfolio, and later a formal interview. There are cross-college and individual department entrance requirements, details of which can be found on the website.

Nottingham Trent University

Nottingham Trent University is not only the nearest Fashion-focused university, but is also well-known for its inviting and inspiring atmosphere. With the location already taken care of as your city of choice for that all-important Undergraduate degree, it is the University's internationally established reputation as a centre of excellence for Postgraduate study in Fashion which makes it a sure-fire bet for consideration. From Art Direction and Fashion Business courses to communications and even Research degrees, Nottingham Trent's choice of studies makes for an exciting opportunity.

♥ Where??? Nottingham (in close proximity to the Arboretum)

♥ Visit: http://www.ntu.ac.uk/

♥ Open Days: A general open day takes place on the 17th of October, but is near fully-booked at this point. There are also two Postgraduate open evenings for the School of Art & Design on the 17th of March, and the 12th of May, available by booking through the University.

-Head to: http://www.ntu.ac.uk/apps/pss/od/OpenDays.aspx

♥ Entry Requirements: a minimum 2.2 honours degree in a relevant discipline, plus relevant experience are the main requirements, and a keen interest in the art and design industries is the key to acceptance - show your flair!

Edinburgh College of Art

'Edinburgh College of Art has an international reputation as one of the most successful independent art colleges in the UK'. Known for its creative influence and co-operative atmosphere, the College offers the highest quality of experience for students from a variety of backgrounds. From Animation to Fashion and Visual Culture, the college boasts a host of courses both at a Postgraduate and Research level.

♥ Where??? Scotland (Edinburgh, Lauriston Place)

♥ Visit: http://www.eca.ac.uk/home

♥ Open Days: There is a general open day on the 30th of October, with talks, studio tours and the opportunity to talk to staff and students about the College and its range of courses. For other opportunities to visit, contact the College directly.

♥ Entry Requirements: a minimum 2.2 honours degree, relevant specialism preferred, but applicants are considered on an individual basis. An introductory letter and a written proposal is later required.