MA Entrepreneurship: Fashion & Creative Industries
Tailor your entrepreneurial and business skills for the fashion and creative industries.
Our MA Entrepreneurship: Fashion & Creative Industries programme equips you with the skills, knowledge, and industry insights needed to launch and sustain a successful business within the fashion and creative sectors.
Designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, this programme blends academic theory with real-world application, offering a comprehensive understanding of business development, innovation, and leadership in creative industries. Through collaborative learning and industry engagement, you’ll explore the intersection of creativity and commerce, preparing you to lead in today’s dynamic market.
You will learn from industry professionals who will support you as you develop your entrepreneurial traits. The programme emphasises practical learning, with modules covering brand strategy, market research, digital innovation, financial planning and sustainable business practices.
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 | Brand Communication & Marketing Strategy | Critical Research: Understanding Audiences |
|---|---|---|
| Term 2 | Creative Entrepreneurship | |
| Term 3 | Business & Financial Modelling for Creative Industries | Final Master’s Project |
| Term 4 |
“During the MA Entrepreneurship course, I researched and developed my recently launched sustainable fine jewellery brand, MATILDE Jewellery… Not only did Vogue College give me the knowledge and tools to embark on this journey, but I also met incredible people along the way.” Matilde Faria Mourinho Felix, MA Entrepreneurship: Fashion & Creative Industries
Modules
The programme is tailored for those passionate about entrepreneurship within the fashion and creative sectors. Modules include:
Brand Communication & Marketing Strategy
This module explores contemporary communication methods in the fashion and creative industries. You will analyse successful communication strategies and examine the formats, technologies, and themes brands use to engage their markets. The module also offers opportunities to develop visual communication and software skills essential for effective brand communication.
Creative Entrepreneurship
This module introduces the world of entrepreneurship, focusing on the key challenges and opportunities in fashion and creative industries. You’ll explore various entrepreneurial business models and evaluate strategies used by successful entrepreneurs. The module also encourages self-reflection to help you identify and develop your own entrepreneurial traits and skills.
Critical Research: Understanding Audiences
This module provides an overview of research methods essential for gaining audience insights. You’ll learn about research philosophy, ethics, and both primary and secondary research methods. The focus is on analysing, evaluating, and applying research findings in media contexts, linking theory to practise.
Business & Financial Modelling for Creative Industries
This module guides you in developing a business plan to attract investment and support the launch of a new venture. The planning done here will serve as a foundation for your final entrepreneurship project, where you’ll further develop your concept for a successful launch.
Final Master’s Project
In this module, you will create a practical outcome aligned with your career goals and programme specialism. This could include a portfolio piece, a live or simulated industry project, or an entrepreneurial venture. A written thesis will accompany your project, connecting academic theory, research, and industry practice. The goal is to consolidate your learning and develop a research proposal that reflects your interests and 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.
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.
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