Global Threads: Fashion at The University of Manchester
Global Threads: Starting Out in Fashion Business at the University of Manchester is the podcast designed for new MSc International Fashion Management (IFM) and International Fashion Retailing (IFR) students as they begin their journey in Manchester. Starting university — especially in a new city or even a new country — can feel exciting but also overwhelming. That’s why we’ve created this series: to give you insider advice, real student experiences, and expert guidance to help you settle in, succeed in your studies, and make the most of your time at Manchester. Across each episode, you’ll hear from programme leaders, lecturers...
Fixing Fashion — A Conversation with Aja Barber
Episode 5: Fixing Fashion — A Conversation with Aja Barber
Writer, stylist, and consultant Aja Barber joins host Charlene Gallery for a powerful discussion on sustainability, ethics, and how fashion students can play a role in shaping a fairer, more responsible industry.
Boosting Your Employability as an MSc Fashion Student
Episode 4: Boosting Your Employability as an MSc Fashion Student
How can you stand out in a competitive fashion industry? Host Lindsay Pressdee speaks with Senior Lecturer and Employability Lead, Lisa Trencher, about the skills, opportunities, and strategies to help you succeed after your degree.
Living in the UK – Advice for International Students
Living in the UK – Advice for International Students
Moving to a new country can feel overwhelming. Amy and Lindsay talk with Lecturer Lei Zeng, who draws on her own experience as an international student to give practical advice for making life in the UK easier.
Studying at Manchester – What to Expect
Studying at Manchester – What to Expect
What is it really like to study at Manchester? Lindsay and Amy chat with MSc student Xinyi Li, who shares her experiences and tips for settling into postgraduate study.
Welcome to Manchester, IFM & IFR students
Episode 1: Welcome to Manchester, IFM & IFR students
Lindsay Pressdee and Dr Amy Benstead introduce the Global Threads podcast and share what new MSc International Fashion Management (IFM) and International Fashion Retailing (IFR) students can expect as they begin their journey at Manchester.
