VOGUE Fashion Foundation Programme

Programme Modules

This programme is suitable for UK and international students interested in studying fashion-related subjects and exploring creative mediums and outputs to utilise in readiness for higher education degree-level studies at a later stage. Modules on this programme are:

Entry Requirements

Exceptional ideas and eye-opening perspectives are sought after from individuals interested in learning about the fashion and media industries and having something valuable to contribute to the future of fashion. To be eligible for this course, individuals must be at least 18 years old on 1st September at the start of the academic year in which they intend to begin their studies, and must meet the following entry requirements:

Academic Entry Requirements | UK Applicants

Applicants will need to have achieved passes in five subjects at UK GCSE Grade C (4) or above, and include the appropriate transcript(s)/certificate(s) with their application.

Academic Entry Requirements | International Applicants

Applicants will need to have achieved an internationally recognised qualification(s) which is equivalent to passes in five subjects at UK GCSE Grade C (4) or above, and include the appropriate transcript(s)/certificate(s) with their application.

For equivalent International qualifications, applicants can consult UCAS. If international applicants are unsure whether they meet the requirements, they can contact us for clarification. If we do not have a good enough understanding of an international qualification, we will submit a member enquiry to ECCTIS for no charge and notify you of the outcome of your qualification within 2 working days.

English Language Requirements

International applicants will require a CEFR Level B1 in a standardised English language test e.g. IELTS Academic for UKVI Level 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (reading, writing, listening and speaking), and include the appropriate results certificate with their application:

More information – including visa requirements – can be found on our International Students webpage.

Portfolio

There is no portfolio requirement.

Personal Statement

Applicants are required to submit with their application a 500-word personal statement/statement of purpose that demonstrates their understanding of the focus of the course, the relevance of their background and their reason for applying

What Happens Next?

We will review applications against the entry requirements and asses the personal statement submitted. Please note that any missing supporting documents will cause a delay in an application assessment, and could result in an application rejection.

When reviewing an application, we are looking for applicants to demonstrate their potential and current ability in the following areas:

• Demonstration of a strong personal identity
• The potential to benefit from the course
• Excellent communication skills
• Evidence of motivation and commitment

A final outcome decision will be sent to applicants within 5 working days after submitting an application.

How to Apply

UK and Non-UK applicants should apply directly to the College using the Apply button on this page. All applicants MUST ensure that their application contains all supporting evidence before it is submitted:

• Copy of passport
• Copies of academic transcript(s) / certificate(s) – (or partial transcript / predicted grades if studies are not yet complete)
• Suitable standardised English test results certificate (Non-UK applicants only)
• Personal Statement

For entry requirements or admissions enquiries, contact the Admissions Office.

Paying the Course Fee

To secure your place on this course, you will be asked to pay a deposit of £3,000 at the point of receiving an offer from the College.

UK/EU students can pay the tuition fee in three instalments throughout the year.

International students will be asked to pay their course fee in full and in advance of arriving at the College.

More information – including visa requirements – can be found on our International Students webpage.

Bursaries & Alternative Funding

There are no bursaries or funding options currently available for this course.

Alumni Discount

Condé Nast College of Fashion & Design offers course fee reduction to our alumni.

For more information visit  Terms and Conditions

Studying & Living in London

For more information on the costs of living in London – including accommodation advice – please see our Accommodation and Living Costs page.

We are dedicated to empowering our students to excel in the fashion world. We recognise that a thriving career in this dynamic field requires more than just academic knowledge; it demands practical skills, guidance, and opportunities. Throughout your educational journey with us, we will provide an array of career support options tailored to your needs.

This programme will help you prepare for further study in higher education. You will be able to progress from the VOGUE fashion Foundation Programme to our BA (Hons) Fashion Communication & Industry Practice degree at Condé Nast College, or explore degree courses at other institutions that may align more closely with your career goals.

Within the course content, there will be many career and higher education development elements and activities available to you, including:

• UCAS application support and guidance
• Personal statement support
• Higher Education courses research
• Introduction to our BA information session

You will also have access to our Career Services including, but not limited to:

• CV and cover letter tutorial with our Career Consultant
• Support with applying for jobs/internships
• Termly 1-2-1 consultation with an Academic

Previous students graduating from our higher education programmes have gone on to work at: Condé Nast, Vogue, Glamour, Aisle 8, Net-A-Porter, Harvey Nichols, L’Oréal, Hayley Menzies, Grazia, HanSpringett LTD (AKA H-Lans), GQ, Harper’s Bazaar Arabia, WGSN, TikTok, Tatler, Louis Vuitton and many more.

For more information on careers, please visit our Careers in Fashion webpage.

Our Campus

Condé Nast College is situated in a historic building at Bedford Square, in Central London. The area was built between 1775 and 1783 and is one of the best preserved set pieces of Georgian architecture in London. The square takes its name from the main title of the Russell family, the Dukes of Bedford, who owned much of the land in what is now Bloomsbury. Bedford Square is in the heart of Bloomsbury, an exciting area for academia and the arts; originally made famous by Virginia Woolf and the Bloomsbury Set.

The College is a short walk from the headquarters of Condé Nast, which our students visit as part of their exposure to the professional world.

Who Teaches at the Condé Nast College of Fashion & Design?

During your course, you will be taught by a range of our academic staff as well as industry guests and visiting lecturers.

Previous industry speakers have included Edward Enninful, Victoria Beckham, Nicholas Coleridge, Natalia Gamero del Castillo, Anna Dello Russo, Adwoa Aboah, Miles Aldridge, Bella Freud, Sarah Harris, Tommy Hilfiger, Anya Hindmarch, Henry Holland, Caroline Issa, Lulu Kennedy, Yasmin Le Bon, Natalie Massenet, Tamara Mellon, Suzy Menkes, Roland Mouret, Kate Phelan, Matthew Williamson and many more.

Building Accessibility Notice

Condé Nast College is located in a historic Georgian building at Bedford Square in Central London. Our campus comprises a Grade I listed building dating to the late 18th Century which is currently not fully accessible to wheelchair users. We are committed to improving the accessibility of our premises, and we appreciate your patience and understanding while we work toward this important goal. Some teaching activities may take place at other venues in central London, which have varying levels of accessibility. If you have specific questions about the accessibility of our campus, either as a visitor or prospective student, please do not hesitate to contact us at dione.hyland@condenastcollege.ac.uk