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North West University

Bachelor of Consumer Sciences in Fashion Retail Management

The Bachelor of Consumer Sciences in Fashion Retail Management in Interdisciplinary Studies is offered by North West University.

Program Length: 4 YEARS.

Bachelor of Consumer Sciences in Fashion Retail Management with Fashion Communication with Fashion Supply offered by the North West University at the Faculty of Health Sciences

What is Consumer Sciences?

Consumer Sciences is a field of study that focuses on the wellbeing of consumers and their interaction with communities and the environment. It is a stimulating field of study that gives the opportunity to apply creativity to the advantage of the consumer on numerous levels.

The needs of the South African consumer are scientifically developed and researched. Consumer Sciences studies consumer behaviour within three main components namely foods, fashion and consumer resources which include amongst other housing and interior design. Aspects concerning business management and tourism management are included for additional support. The training that the students receive enables them to render a valuable service. Consumer Scientists who want to follow a career in education need to complete a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in a fourth year.

Requirements
Fashion supply: mathematics on level 4 (50 - 59%) is required.
Fashion communication: at least one subject from the Natural Sciences passed on level 4 (50 - 59%) (designated Natural Sciennce subjects: Mathematics OR Physical Sciences OR Agricultural OR Life Mathematical Literacy will be considered.

Duration: 4 years.

Career options
Visual Merchandiser
Space planner
Client Advisor or Stylist Manager
Sales Representative
Buyer
Planner