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Level 3 Fashion Business and Retail Course in Ware

Cost£4,170.00
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Level 3 Fashion Business and Retail Course in Ware. Classes run at Hertford Regional College Ware Campus, full-time during the day.

The course covers the fashion retail industry from head office to shop floor. You'll build creative and academic skills through industry-related assignments. Feedback comes from professionals working in London. Topics include buying, marketing, visual merchandising, and retail operations. The course runs over 35 weeks.

You'll need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English. You'll finish with a Level 3 Diploma in Fashion Business and Retail.

Who this course is for

This course explores the fashion retail industry as a whole so students gain an understanding of the fundamental areas from head office to point of sale. You will develop a strong foundation for many careers and develop key creative and academic skills working to industry related assignments. Students will receive a wide range of feedback from industry professionals working in the heart of London to continue to support their professional learning. The programme prepares you for the reality of the sector including progression paths available in higher education as well as career opportunities in the fashion industry.

Entry requirements

A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4/C one of which must be English or a Level 2 Art and Design Diploma at merit grade and English GCSE grade 4/C.Applicants are asked to provide examples of art and design work at interview or alternative work to demonstrate good presentation and an interest in the subject.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how fashion retail businesses operate, from buying to point of sale.
  • You'll develop skills in fashion buying and product selection.
  • You'll study fashion marketing and how brands reach customers.
  • You'll learn the principles of visual merchandising and store presentation.
  • You'll work on industry-related assignments that reflect real business practice.
  • You'll build presentation skills and learn to communicate ideas professionally.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and industry-related assignments. Feedback is provided by fashion professionals based in London. Assessment is through coursework and project work completed throughout the year. You'll build a portfolio of work that demonstrates your skills across the different areas of the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will confirm what you need at interview or before you start. Hertford Regional College Ware Campus may ask you to bring examples of art and design work to your interview.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Fashion buyer, selects products and ranges for retail businesses.
  • Visual merchandiser, creates displays that attract customers in store.
  • Fashion marketing assistant, supports campaigns and brand promotion.
  • Retail assistant, works across sales, stock, and customer service.
  • Buying assistant, supports the buying team at a fashion brand or retailer.
  • Fashion stylist, works with clients or publications on clothing and looks.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Fashion Business, Fashion Buying, or Fashion Marketing, for those wanting to specialise further.
  • A Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in Retail Management, for those moving into management roles.
  • An apprenticeship in buying or merchandising, combining work and study at a higher level.
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