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Is it worth studying fashion? The pros and cons of an education in the industry

Written by Fashion Editorial
When considering a career in fashion, many people face a dilemma: is it worth investing time and resources in a degree course, or is it better to focus on gaining practical experience? This decision depends on individual goals, aspirations and available resources.
Contents of the article
- Overview of available degree courses in Poland and abroad
- Poland:
- International:
- Alternative career paths
- Pros and cons of traditional fashion education
- Does studying help you find a job in the industry?
- My experiences
- Questions to ask yourself before deciding to study:
- What are my career goals in the fashion industry?
- Ranking of selected fashion business-related universities:
- London College of Fashion (London, United Kingdom)
- Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) (New York, USA)
- Polimoda (Florence, Italy)
- Institut Français de la Mode (Paris, France)
- ESMOD (Paris, France / Berlin, Germany)
- What majors outside of fashion make it possible to work in this industry?
- Marketing and management
- Journalism and communication
- Supply chain management and logistics
- Computer graphics and UX/UI design