School

De Montfort University

The newly formed School of Design traces its roots back to 1897 when the subject of Art and Design was central to the establishment of Leicester’s technical college. Today, the school brings together staff with world leading reputations in teaching, research and commercial consultancy to deliver a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate design courses.

De Montfort University (DMU) offers the perfect combination of award-winning teaching, world-class facilities and a fantastic student experience.

The newly formed School of Design traces its roots back to 1897 when the subject of Art and Design was central to the establishment of Leicester’s technical college. Today, the school brings together staff with world leading reputations in teaching, research and commercial consultancy to deliver a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate design courses.

The school encompasses undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, teaching more than 300 students. Our undergraduate programmes are divided into three subject areas: Design Products, Design Crafts and Interior Design.Our postgraduate programmes parallel these subject areas and have an emphasis upon both design practice and design theory, allowing students to extend their knowledge in distinct design areas.

Head of School

Professor Dominic Shellard joined De Montfort University (DMU) in June 2010 as vice-chancellor and chief executive. During his tenure DMU has embarked upon a focussed journey of improvement. In 2014 DMU climbed 32 places in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide, moving from 86th to 54th. This is the highest league table position DMU has ever achieved, as well as being the biggest improvement of any university in the UK. 

Courses Overview: Undergraduate and Postgraduate

Bachelor of Fashion Buying
Bachelor of Fashion Design
Bachelor of Fashion Textiles and Accessories
Master of Arts of Fashion and Textiles
Master of Arts of Fashion Management with Marketing
Master of Fine Arts
Master of Arts in Design

Life in Leicester

There’s an undeniable buzz about Leicester – a swagger, a something-in-the-air self-confidence born of a winning streak that’s seen a city deeply proud of its place at the heart of English history bang at the centre of attention again.

Building on its proud industrial heritage and invigorated by its multicultural roots, Leicester is “equalling London in producing the fastest-growing businesses in England”, according to influential magazine, The Economist. The magazine calls DMU “an important ingredient” in the city’s success and cites DMU entrepreneurs are helping make Leicester a “contender to be England’s most business-minded city”.

Tuition and Scholarship Information

Going to university represents a real investment in your future and there is plenty of financial support available to students for both tuition fees and living expenses. For detailed tuition information click hereDe Montfort University’s Scholarships and Bursaries are non-repayable grants to help students with course-related costs, to find out more about them click here.

Elizabeth Arthur - DMU Fashion Design student show in China