MA Creative Direction for Fashion Media
Explore visual storytelling, media branding, and multi-media production.
Our MA Creative Direction for Fashion Media programme equips you with the skills to excel as a creative director in the fashion industry, with a strong focus on concept development, visual communication, and strategic brand storytelling.
The course is tailored to develop your creative vision and leadership skills, blending academic study with hands-on projects. You will work on real-world briefs, learn from industry leaders, and build a strong portfolio that showcases your ability to direct fashion content across both traditional and digital media, and learn to craft compelling narratives that resonate across platforms.
Access to industry professionals enriches your learning experience, connecting you directly with contemporary creative direction approaches. A four-week optional work placement further enhances your practical skills and industry knowledge.
Structure
This one-year programme is structured over four 10-week terms at RQF level 7. It combines academic study with industry-focused skills, preparing you for a career in the fashion media, fashion business, and luxury lifestyle industries.
| Term 1 | Fashion Media Futures | Critical Research: Understanding Audiences |
|---|---|---|
| Term 2 | Multimedia Production | |
| Term 3 | Visual Culture & Creative Direction for Fashion | Final Master’s Project |
| Term 4 |
For complete program information please download the Programme Handbook.
“The MA Creative Direction for Fashion Media programme is unparalleled for graduate programmes because of its rigour, depth, and industry focus. The projects have pushed me creatively and academically, and given me new skills in several fields and softwares, and added a depth of theoretical underpinning to my creative work.”Kait Dawson, MA Creative Direction for Fashion Media
Modules
Our programme is suited for those with a strong creative vision and an interest in leading within the fashion media industry. The modules include:
Critical Research: Understanding Audiences
This module provides a comprehensive overview of essential research methods for understanding audiences. You’ll learn about research philosophies, ethics, and both primary and secondary methods. The focus is on analysing and interpreting research findings, enabling you to link theory with practical applications relevant to media industries.
Fashion Media Futures
In this module, you’ll explore how societal, technological, political, and economic changes affect fashion media. You’ll develop skills to evaluate these trends and their impact. Working in teams with students from various Fashion Media programs, you’ll address emerging challenges and propose innovative solutions for the industry.
Multi-Media Production
This practical module focuses on developing skills in photography, image editing, print layouts, and graphic design for fashion. You’ll gain experience in digital design and multimedia communication across different platforms. The module aims to enhance your technical and design abilities to meet industry standards.
Visual Culture & Creative Direction for Fashion
Building on earlier creative and technical skills, this module explores visual culture and its role in creative direction. You’ll apply your skills in a professional context, balancing creativity with commercial considerations. The focus is on understanding what drives innovation in contemporary creative direction.
Final Master’s Project
In this module, you’ll undertake a project aligned with your career goals and program focus. Whether developing a new concept, enhancing a portfolio, or initiating an industry project, your work will be supported by a written thesis. This module integrates academic research with practical application, allowing you to consolidate your learning and showcase your expertise.
Schedule
Course Dates
29 September 2025 – 28 August 2026
Class Days & Times
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 10.00am-5.00pm
Accreditation
Accrediting Body & Award Structure
This programme holds international recognition as a degree qualification accredited and conferred by The University of Buckingham. It is structured as four 10-week terms spread across one academic year at RQF level 7. The programme combines academic rigour and industry engagement with practical and professional skills, drawing on the expertise of Vogue’s wide network of industry professionals.
Credits
The degree carries a value of 180 credits within the UK’s Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) at level 7, equivalent to 90 European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) credits.
Careers
This programme contains modules, experiences and opportunities designed to equip you with the essential skills, knowledge and practice crucial for a successful fashion career, from personal development to professional working practice.
Within the course content, there will be many career and professional development elements and activities available to you, including:
- Alumni Career panel
- Reality of ‘Careers in the Fashion Industry’ session
- Support with finding an industry placement
- Vogue Fashion & Beauty Careers Forum at the end of the course
You will also have dedicated career sessions including, but not limited to:
- Strengths testing
- CV & Cover Letter Finessing
- Mock Interviews
- Career path planning
- Professional Portfolio creation
- 1-2-1 tutorials
Previous students have gone on to work at Condé Nast, Vogue, Glamour, Aisle 8 PR Agency, Net-A-Porter, Harvey Nichols, L’Oréal, Grazia, HLabs Creative Agency, GQ, Harper’s Bazaar Arabia, WGSN, TikTok, Tatler, Louis Vuitton and many more.
Living
Discovering student life is essential for your journey at Vogue College of Fashion. From advising you on accommodation to navigating London, we’re here to guide you through it all.
International Students
Vogue College of Fashion welcomes international students, fostering a dynamic, diverse learning environment. With students from various countries, our campus reflects Vogue’s global perspective and encourages cultural exchange.
Fees
| UK Student | International Student |
|---|---|
| £24,950.00 | £29,950.00 |
We offer course fee reductions to alumni. Visit our Terms & Conditions for more details.
Tuition fees may increase annually in response to market conditions.
Deposit Payment & Instalment Options
To secure your place on the course, a deposit of £3,000.00 is required within 14 days of receiving your offer. Please note, the deposit option is unavailable for bookings made within six weeks of the course start date where full course fees are required.
Students have the option to pay the tuition fee in instalments over the duration of the course. International students are required to pay the first instalment of the course fee in full and in advance to obtain the CAS number necessary for Student Visa purposes.
Student Loans, Scholarships, & Bursaries
Students studying at Vogue College of Fashion are currently ineligible for student loans.
Additional Costs
For guidance on the cost of living in London, please refer to our Living in London page. Accommodation information can be found on our Accommodation page. A study trip abroad in year one is optional and not included in the course fee. Details on costs are provided at the start of the course, with estimated expenses listed on the Living in London page.
Admissions
We seek applicants with a passion for fashion, media, and luxury lifestyle industries, ready to make an impact on the future of fashion. Apply directly to the College, ensuring all required documents are submitted.
How to Apply
Whether a UK or international applicant, you should apply directly to the College using the Apply button on this page. All required documents outlined in our full admissions requirements must be included with the application. For enquiries regarding entry requirements or the admissions process, applicants may contact our Admissions Office.
Deadline
Priority Deadline 1 March 2025
International Students 1 May 2025
Domestic Students 31 July 2025
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