Faculty of Communication Sciences

Lifelong Learning Master’s Degree in Fashion Communication and Marketing. Branding, Events and Sustainability

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Type of programme
Lifelong Learning Master's Degree
Duration
From October to June
Credits
60 ECTS
Schedule
Monday to Thursday, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Language
Spanish
Modality
On site
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Reasons why

Reasons to take this master’s degree

  1. Global knowledge of the fashion industry

    We provide a practical and comprehensive overview of the fashion industry with a focus on the circular economy and sustainability, with an impact on business management variables.

  2. Multi-channel communication

    Students will work on the communication tools and strategies that are necessary to develop successful communication in the fashion sector, both online and offline.

  3. Prestigious active professionals

    Most of the lecturers are prestigious professionals who currently for leading fashion brands, and many of them are in the process of transforming the industry into a more sustainable model.

  4. Sustainability and circular economy

    This degree programme offers a cross-disciplinary education in sustainability throughout the supply chain of the fashion industry, from brand to consumer, with a focus on transparency.

  5. Work placements in companies from the sector

    We contribute to the development of each student's abilities based on a tailored plan that includes work placements and a Final Master’s Degree Project (TFM).

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Objectives

  1. To provide a global understanding of the fashion market, trends and business positioning today.
  2. Provide practical knowledge of fashion industry strategy, channels and new communication tools.
  3. To offer a comprehensive and cross-disciplinary overview of sustainability throughout the fashion supply chain and the way to develop transparency: from the brand to the consumer.
  4. To teach students how to undertake the strategic organisation of events in the fashion sector.
  5. To acquire new skills through the Master's work placements and get to know the work undertaken by professionals in the sector at first hand.
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Who is it aimed at? Prospective students

  • Degree holders/graduates in Advertising, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Fashion Design, etc. who want to focus on working in fashion communication.
  • Communication professionals who are already working in communication agencies or departments of a fashion company and want to acquire new knowledge, skills and experience.
  • Businesspeople and/or entrepreneurs from the fashion sector who wish to acquire the knowledge about communication and sustainability this Master's Degree offers.

Curriculum

Study programme and subjects 2026-2027

Subjects in course 1 Type Term ECTS
Module 1. Aesthetics, Art and Sustainability Type: OB Term: Annual ECTS: 4
Module 10. Fashion Producers and Effective Speaking Skills Type: OB Term: Annual ECTS: 3
Module 2. the Fashion Industry Type: OB Term: Annual ECTS: 4
Module 3. Product Positioning and Branding Type: OB Term: Annual ECTS: 4
Module 4. Communication Strategy for Sustainable Fashion Brands Type: OB Term: Annual ECTS: 4
Module 5. Digital Marketing and the New Era of Retail Type: OB Term: Annual ECTS: 4
Module 6. Fashion Entrepreneurship and Business Models Type: OB Term: Annual ECTS: 4
Module 7. Fashion Event Planning and Management Type: OB Term: Annual ECTS: 3
Module 8. Media Relations and Crisis Management Type: OB Term: Annual ECTS: 3
Module 9. Stakeholders, Reputation and Social Impact Type: OB Term: Annual ECTS: 3
Module 11. Final Degree Project Type: TF Term: Annual ECTS: 12
Module 12. In-Company Work Placements Type: PR Term: Annual ECTS: 12
  • ECTS: European Credit Transfer System
  • Term: calendar period
  • (a): subjects which are taught in English

Professional Career

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Students will acquire competences that will enable them to work in the following areas:

  • Creation and management of fashion and beauty brands.
  • Communication advisor, public relations, project management, analyst for fashion Industry companies
  • Marketing departments for fashion and beauty companies.
  • Image consultancy for advertising, cinema and audiovisual media.
  • Marketing and communication for luxury companies.
  • Organisation and management of fashion, luxury, beauty, etc. events
  • Fashion and beauty magazines and publications
  • Head of promotion in institutions in the sector.

Teaching team

Teaching Staff

Academic Director

Dr Pedro Sigaud-Sellos (psellos@uic.es)
PhD in Communication and dean of the Faculty of Communication Sciences

Course Coordinator

Dr Aleix Herreras Carrera (aherreras@uic.es)
PhD in Communications, Education and Humanities and academic coordinator of the Faculty of Communication Sciences

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Information sessions

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Admission process

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Admission process for master's and postgraduate programmes

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  • Application for admission

    • Delivery of documentation
    • Validation of documentation
  • Assessment of candidate

  • Result of admission process

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  • Deposit paid

  • Enrolment

    Between July and September

    • Tuition paid
  • Welcome!

    You are now part of UIC Barcelona

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Admission criteria

While all candidates who meet the access route requirements will be considered, acceptance will be determined based on the following criteria:

  • University degree and transcript of records
  • Professional and academic CV (previous experience is not compulsory, but it will be valued)
  • Motivation letter
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Reservation and enrolment

In order to reserve a place on the course, candidates who have received an official letter of admission must make an initial payment for the amount of 20% of the total master's degree fee.

The rest may be paid after the enrolment process.

Prices, grants and financial aid

Price

€134.00 / ECTS x 60 = €8,040.00 (+ €509.00 Registrations fees). *Prices corresponding to the 2026-2027 academic year.
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Grants

UIC Barcelona offers various fellowships supported by both public institutes (MEC or AGUAR), as well as private UIC Barcelona funds.

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Other grants

Those pursuing master's degrees or postgraduate programmes studies at UIC Barcelona are also eligible for other scholarships.

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Financing

In order to make tuition fee payments easier for students, UIC Barcelona offers various financing options through its partner banks.

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Alumni Ambassador

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The Alumni Ambassadors are volunteer alumni who will explain their experience at UIC Barcelona to you. With them you will be able to resolve any doubts that may arise about the chosen program, the University and your experience as a student.

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What questions can you ask an Alumni Ambassador?

  • What do you value most about this program?
  • What profile of students studied it?
  • What do you think about teachers?
  • What professional practices did you do?
  • What are the advantages of studying in Barcelona?
  • If he/she already has a job and if he had a hard time finding one.
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Don't miss this magnificent opportunity to learn first-hand what it means to do a program at UIC Barcelona and the value it brings you in the development of your career. If you have any specific questions about the admission process, scholarships, visas or financial aid, you can contact directly admisiones@uic.es.

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