Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/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, current students, and industry voices who will share practical tips on studying, living in the UK, boosting your employability, and thinking critically about the future of fashion. Whether you’re navigating a new culture, curious about what to expect in class, or eager to prepare for your career, Global Threads will help you feel supported and inspired as you start out in fashion business. © 2025 The University of Manchester f7c1e6c6-c7b8-5cc8-8fd5-ef9dbe4dda2a no en Wed, 03 Sep 2025 09:13:38 -0700 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 23:38:07 -0800 https://www.se.manchester.ac.uk/fashion-degrees-2026/#:~:text=At%20Manchester%2C%20we're%20serious,and%20technology%20of%20garment%20production. https://img.transistor.fm/QxMHbPNwAeKd2ylLwpLyQEn-9xk_u5FnsfnwgATOoYA/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9jMzA3/MThhOTdjNmRmZjc2/ZGJhMmIzZjgyMDM0/ZTgzYS5qcGc.jpg https://www.se.manchester.ac.uk/fashion-degrees-2026/#:~:text=At%20Manchester%2C%20we're%20serious,and%20technology%20of%20garment%20production. episodic 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, current students, and industry voices who will share practical tips on studying, living in the UK, boosting your employability, and thinking critically about the future of fashion. Whether you’re navigating a new culture, curious about what to expect in class, or eager to prepare for your career, Global Threads will help you feel supported and inspired as you start out in fashion business. 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. Fashion, Global Threads, Employability, Manchester, UK, Studying, University, Careers The University of Manchester No No 5 5 Fixing Fashion — A Conversation with Aja Barber full 47da2ced-3da3-4bd2-aa86-87b57b4a4692 https://share.transistor.fm/s/acfe575a Episode 5: Fixing Fashion — A Conversation with Aja Barber
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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.

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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.

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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.

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