Isha Tewari
MA Fashion Management & Entrepreneurship
Home Country: India
1. Why did you decide to study in the United Kingdom?
I decided to study in the UK as it is globally renowned for its high standard of Higher Education, and I wanted to gain a global exposure in Fashion and what better city for that than London, one of the Fashion capitals’ of the world.
2. Why did you choose Northumbria School of Design London, and what did you know about us before you applied?
The reason for choosing Northumbria University School of Design London was due to its reputation of being one of the leading Design institutions in UK, I also chose this School as it is globally recognised and London assures the best practical learning in Fashion.
3. What do you most like about London, and how do you find the city?
The best thing about the city is its cosmopolitan nature and vibrancy and the fact that it has so many sources of inspiration and enjoyment in the form of art galleries, museums, markets, cafes and the like in all parts of the city.
4. Did you find the Design School welcoming?
Yes, we had a good Induction and were acquainted to the staff and facilities of the School on the very first day.
5. How do you find your tutors and the staff within the School?
I think that the tutors are all very thorough with their knowledge about the subjects in our curriculum. They have years of Industry experience to deliver the most practical and up to date information and are adept at delivering the lectures to us in an interesting way. Apart from this, they are also very friendly and always eager to help and support us.
6. What do you like most about the School of Design?
What I liked most is the friendly atmosphere, the personal attention to each student and their needs, and the tutors.
7. Tell me a bit about your course?
My course is MA in Fashion Management and Entrepreneurship. It gives us a holistic understanding about the global Fashion Industry and how it operates. The course truly develops our Management and Entrepreneurial skills through lectures, seminars and practical Industry based projects, which help us to use the knowledge gained at every step.
8. What are the most valuable lessons you have learnt to date during your time with us?
I think it would be independence, management of myself and my work and techniques to sharpen my skills and knowledge.
9. If you had 3 words to sum up your time with us what would they be?
- Friendly
- Educating
- Self-improvising
10. If you could offer some advice to students thinking of coming to study here what would you say?
I would recommend this course to anyone who has a desire to have a career in fashion. The course not only teaches you the practical skills to manage any kind of fashion business, but will also make you independent and a self thinking individual. These are invaluable tools in leading a happy successful life.
11. What are your plans now and for the future?
My plans are to go back to my home country. I hope to be able to start my own label within the near future as this course has given me the adequate knowledge and exposure to be able to do this.
12. What skills would you say you have gained/improved since the start of your course?
Organisational and time management skills, effective communication skills and overcoming self-inflicted barriers in a lack of adequate confidence in my skills.
13. How do you feel you have changed as a person since being at Northumbria School of Design London (for example confidence)?
I have learnt many things, but the most fundamental changes in me are that I have gained a well-rounded personality and have developed enough confidence in myself and my skills.
