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University of Westminster, London: Fashion Sustainability
| Institution | University of Westminster, London View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Arts View department profile |
| Web | https://www.westminster.ac.uk |
| course-enquiries@westminster.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)207 915 5511 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Sustainability is at the heart of driving change in the fashion industry. Our Fashion Sustainability MA addresses the pressing challenges of overconsumption and its impact on global fashion production and distribution, focusing on sustainable innovation in materials, systems, and practices.
This research-informed course explores circularity, waste management, and responsible fashion systems, equipping graduates. It provides graduates with advanced skills to build transformative relationships among suppliers, retailers, and consumers, through innovative strategies, ethical practices, and sustainable business models. By challenging traditional approaches, the course fosters the development of creative solutions that promote social justice, environmental stewardship, and systemic change.
Ideal for fashion design, business, and marketing graduates – as well as industry professionals seeking to transition into sustainable practices – this course provides you with the advanced knowledge to build successful careers in sustainable fashion. With a strong industry focus, you’ll gain expertise in zero-waste design, conscious sourcing, and circular systems, enabling you to forge transformative relationships between suppliers, retailers, and consumers.
The MA provides opportunities to engage with real-world challenges and is led by teaching staff with expertise across global fashion sectors. You’ll develop your own areas of focus, ensuring that your projects have practical applications and contribute meaningfully to sustainability in society, culture, and ecology.
Based at our spacious Harrow Campus, you’ll benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, collaborative studio spaces, and professional networking opportunities. The course combines critical thinking with practical application, enabling graduates to create value-added sustainable practices and take on leadership roles in a rapidly evolving industry.
MA
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | A minimum of a lower second class honours degree (2:2) and more than 1 years experience compulsory. Within the statement of purpose, the applicant should include an indication of an area of research interest related to manufacturing in the fashion industry. If your first language is not English you should have an IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.0 in writing and no element below 5.5. |
| Location | Harrow Watford Road Northwick Park Harrow HA1 3TP |
At the University of Westminster, our postgraduate courses in media, fashion, art, computer science and engineering are designed for ambitious professionals ready to advance their careers. Shaped by London’s global creative and tech industries, our programmes cover media, art, fashion, design, business, immersive technologies, cybersecurity, data science, and artificial intelligence.
You’ll learn from experienced practitioners and active researchers who bring real-world insight directly into the classroom. Through live briefs, collaborative projects, professional practice modules, and opportunities to exhibit, screen, or publish work, you’ll gain advanced theoretical knowledge alongside practical skills, critical thinking, and professional development, preparing you to thrive …
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