Art, design and fashion
Our courses are taught by expert academics who bring industry experience and insights. You'll develop your skills using industry-standard facilities and software, including studios and fashion computer-aided design (CAD). Through a combination of individual and group projects, and opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, you’ll experiment, refine your work, and build a strong portfolio for employers.
Art, design and fashion students at Herts achieve national and international recognition, with nominations and wins in competitions such as the Folio Society Book Illustration Competition, Penguin Random House Student Design Awards, and Design and Art Direction New Blood Awards. You’ll also have opportunities to work with leading brands, including Ted Baker, F&F, Maria Grachvogel, and Ally Capellino, gaining insight into the creative industry and real-world experience.
Why choose Herts
Art, design and fashion degrees at the University of Hertfordshire give you the practical skills, industry experience, and professional connections to start a creative career. You’ll learn from expert academics with backgrounds in sustainable fashion, digital media, and the visual arts, with opportunities to study and collaborate globally.
Our graduates have gone on to work with brands and organisations including Disney, Alexander McQueen, Vivienne Westwood, and the BBC. From fashion designers to creative directors and visual artists, Herts alumni are shaping the creative industries worldwide.
1st in the UK
for Best Design Education Institution, four years in a row (World Brand Design Society, 2024-2025).
1st in the UK
for Best Creative School (The Rookies, 2025).
Guardian Top 50 University
We've been ranked for teaching quality, student satisfaction and graduate success in the Guardian University Guide 2026.
9th in the UK for art
Ranked in the Daily Mail University Guide, 2025.
Explore our courses
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