Manchester Fashion Institute

We are a multi-disciplinary partnership at Manchester Metropolitan University bringing together fashion expertise and talent from across the University, Manchester and the world. We are an international hub that connects education, research and enterprise to inspire the next generation of industry leaders.

We lead by example, embracing a culture of collaboration, creativity and entrepreneurship. Our teaching, research and innovation crosses disciplinary boundaries, stimulating new connections, fresh perspectives and original thinking.

Investing in our staff, facilities, technology, research and professional partnerships, we are committed to delivering academic programmes that enable you to raise your profile, take on new challenges and set new standards.

We are home to a community of fashion designers, buyers, merchandisers, managers, researchers, product developers and marketers, our courses cover the breadth of the industry from fashion design, to business and promotion. We encourage you to be ambitious, visionary, enquiring, dynamic, innovative and experimental. Our aim is to provide a platform that will put you ahead of the competition and discover your niche in the international fashion industry.

Employability is at the heart of our teaching, from masterclasses to guest speakers, live project briefs to competitions and work placements; we incorporate opportunities for direct contact with industry throughout your studies. Our programmes have been designed in partnership with industry to ensure you are equipped with the skills and knowledge to meet the needs of employers across the globe.

Inherently proud of our Mancunian roots, we embrace our city, its heritage, subculture and achievements.

Manchester offers a truly unique student experience, and our students thrive in a city that does things differently.

We champion your success and promote a culture that aims to inspire and connect you with the global fashion community through international projects, exchanges and study trips. By investing in pioneering research, industry standard facilities and highly trained staff, we endeavour to create a learning experience that builds your confidence and helps you realise your potential.