Module manager: Pammi Sinha
Email: p.k.sinha@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2026/27
DESN5303M Fashion Industry and Analysis
This module is not approved as an Elective
This module will introduce students to the fundamental concepts of the fashion industry. Students will explore and analyse the critical issues affecting the sustainability of the global fashion industry. They will be encouraged to work independently: researching, analysing and discussing key developments in the fashion industry and identify implications for sustainability and society. An important aspect is examining the subject area within wider contexts of relevant sociological, cultural, technical and commercial aspects.
This module aims to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and principles of the global fashion industry within the contexts of sustainability and society.
This module objectives are to enable:
• exploration of the fundamental principles and practices within the global fashion industry
• reflection on the relationship between theory, practice and the economic and commercial role of design within the fashion industry
• critical examination of current practises within the industry to identify implications on sustainability efforts (such as net zero and the circular economy), the environment and society.
• application of the knowledge gained to outline possible future scenarios for a more equitable and sustainable industry and demonstrate an informed understanding of relevant sociological, cultural, technical, and commercial aspects.
On completion of this module, students will have provided evidence of being able to:
1. Appraise the nature and dynamics of the global textiles and fashion industry,
2. Evaluate retail and marketing strategies, management of resources and operations within organisations.
3. Assess the role that individuals, technology and innovation can play in addressing some of the key challenges that the industry faces,
4. Propose possible future directions for the industry, with particular reference to sustainability and society.
Skills Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following skills learning outcomes:
5. Argue effectively when questioning norms and taking an evidence-based position in sustainability discourse.
6. Communicate effectively and clearly in inquiries relating to sustainable futures and when seeking creative solutions to problems.
Details of the syllabus will be provided on the Minerva organisation (or equivalent) for the module
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Workshop | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| Lecture | 9 | 1 | 9 |
| Seminar | 9 | 1 | 9 |
| Private study hours | 126 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 24 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 150 | ||
For formative assessment, students will be required to submit a structured 400-500 word summary of their plan for the coursework through Turnitin. Students will be given individual feedback and general feedback through a workshop dedicated to feedback planned to support the report development during the semester.
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Summative (3000-3500 words) | 100 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100 | |
The brief will be set to the students in week 1. The coursework will enable an assessment of the student’s critical understanding of and reflection on the key concepts from the teaching materials and application to the fashion industry. This maps onto learning outcomes 1-5. The coursework will require substantial further reading, to examine the concepts, principles and other issues dealt with in lectures. Each lecture and seminar is regarded as a signpost for further reading and enquiry, requiring an average of 6 hours of independent study per topic (54 hours). Additional time for developing the report is also required (72 hours). The resit will be coursework, of between 3000-3500 words.
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Last updated: 30/04/2026
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