5 Reasons You Should Apply Through Clearing

Wondering how to break into the fashion industry? You can gain the skills and connections you need to launch a successful career on one of our two-year fashion degrees - and it's not too late to apply through Clearing and start your degree in September 2025.

1. It's Quick and Easy

Applying through Clearing at the FRA is fast and straightforward. All you need to do is call our Clearing Hotline on 020 3040 3162 - we'll guide you through the process in a 15-minute phone call.

We'll ask for your personal details, contact information, and your qualifications or relevant industry experience. After that, you'll hear back from our Falmouth University (our validating partner) within 48 hours.

Want to know more about the application process? Read our blog: How to Apply to the Fashion Retail Academy Through Clearing

2. Choose From A Range of Fashion Degrees

All of our undergraduate degrees are open through Clearing:

• BA (Hons) Fashion Business
• BA (Hons) Buying & Merchandising
• BA (Hons) Marketing & Communication for Fashion
• BA (Hons) Fashion Communication & Styling
• BA (Hons) Art Direction for Fashion

Click through to find out more about each of our degree courses to help you pick the one that best suits your interests!

3. Study in Central London

Join us at our brand-new campus at Electra House in the City of London. We've recently invested £50 million into the space, with modern classrooms, creative studios and vibrant communal areas. It's an exciting place to study and explore.

Take a look: Step Into Electra House

Missed out on our Open Days? Complete the form on our Virtual Open Days page and one of our Events team will send you our virtual open day recordings.

4. Graduate Sooner With An Accelerated Degree

Our degrees are accelerated, which means you'll graduate in just two years, studying two days a week. You'll save time and money compared to a traditional three-year degree, and you can start your career sooner.

5. Build Real Industry Connections

With over 250 brand partners, we make sure our students are connected to the industry from day one. You'll receive mentoring, work on live projects, attend guest lectures and masterclasses, and gain real experience that employers are looking for.

Our undergraduate programmes, also include an industry work placement with one of our partner brands each year. You’ll be assigned to an industry manager either individually or as a small group, and you’ll work remotely or in the office. 

Our courses are built with the fashion industry in mind - so you'll graduate career-ready.