Studying a Level 2 or 3 fashion diploma at the FRA will supercharge your career into fashion retail.
Our specialist diplomas will be your starting point for a career in fashion, and you'll benefit from industry enrichment through masterclasses, workshops and projects set by our visiting industry experts.
You'll learn a broad range of skills which are the perfect foundation to progress to a Level 4, an undergraduate degree or an apprenticeship. Level 3 diplomas are the equivalent of three A-levels and worth up to 168 UCAS points.
You'll study two days per week, and all our Level 2 and Level 3 courses are fully funded for 16-18-year-olds.
Available Courses
College courses for students aged 16-18. Our Level 2 and Level 3 fashion diplomas are ideal for those aged 16-18 wanting to explore the different roles available in the fashion and retail industry.
Level 3 Fashion Retail
Studying Level 3 Fashion Retail, you'll discover the teams that make up a brand head office within the fashion industry. You'll learn about fashion retail management, visual merchandising, buying and more. It's the perfect course if you aren't sure which area of industry you'd like to work in.
Level 3 Fashion Design
Level 3 Fashion Design teaches you the fundamentals of clothing creation. You'll develop skills in garment drawing and construction techniques, as well as gain contextual fashion knowledge. This challenging and inspiring course prepares you for an exciting career in textile, pattern or fashion design, or creative direction.
Level 3 Visual Communication & Styling
On Level 3 Visual Communications & Styling, you'll develop skills in creative practice, across areas including journalism, photography, art direction and styling. You'll learn about visual language, gain an understanding of the industry as a whole, and learn how to tell stories through visual mediums.
Level 2 Fashion Retail
Level 2 Fashion Retail introduces you to the full range of careers available within the fashion industry. You'll learn about fashion buying, visual merchandising, marketing and business, and develop skills in research and presenting. It's a great starting point for progression into further education or an apprenticeship.
Getting to the Fashion retail academy
Our central London location means we have excellent transport links, and it's very easy to get to us even if you don't live in London.
Looking for something else?
If you've already studied a Level 3 qualification, like A-Levels or a diploma, you'll meet the entry requirements for our Level 4 courses and undergraduate degrees in fashion retail. You could choose from:
