I’m planning to do a Bachelor’s in Fashion Design in UK, but most of my work is informal sketches and personal projects. Will universities require a professional portfolio, or can I submit a digital compilation of my work?
That’s a really good question, and it’s something many students applying for creative courses worry about. For a Bachelor’s in Fashion Design in the UK, most universities do ask for a portfolio as part of the application, but it doesn’t always need to be highly professional or industry-level. What they’re really looking for is creativity, originality, and your potential as a designer.
Since you already have informal sketches and personal projects, that’s actually a great starting point. You can compile these into a digital portfolio—this could include your sketches, mood boards, fabric experiments, or even photos of any garments or creative projects you’ve tried. The key is to show your ideas, design process, and passion for fashion. Some universities may also ask you to complete a short project or task as part of the portfolio review.
The good news is that many UK universities understand that applicants at the bachelor’s level may not have formal industry experience. As long as you can demonstrate creativity and potential, your personal projects can definitely be showcased.
Degreewisdom can help guide you on how to structure your portfolio and even suggest universities that are more flexible with entry requirements, so you feel confident about your application.
