Travel to the birthplace of haute couture and take your FITS degree abroad at UA Aix-en-Provence, hosted by the Institute for American Universities (IAU). From the invention of jeans and bikinis to the extravagant feats of the runway, France has always been a leader in the fashion industry. Nestled between the iconic city of Paris and the fashion district of Marseille, Aix-en-Provence provides a charming French experience with easy access to the fashion hotspots of the country.

Faculty in the Norton School of Human Ecology have pre-approved courses to satisfy FITS Major Electives. Additionally, the curriculum available in UA Aix-en-Provence provides you with plenty of options to choose from regionally specific general education classes, French language courses, and even opportunities for your minor. Talk to your academic advisor about the FITS major Global Track today!

Explore the home of Valentino, Bulgari, Fendi, and other iconic designers by taking your FITS degree abroad to UA Rome, hosted by the American University of Rome (AUR). Rome’s fashion scene stands out as a powerhouse in the European market as well as a global leader in design and production. In fact, Italy is the world’s 3rd largest exporter of handbags!

As the capital city of Italy, Rome is host to several retail locations featuring designs from all over the country and is a travel hub with easy access to other fashion leaders like Milan and Florence. Fashion is vital to Italy’s economy, meaning studying abroad at UA Rome will allow you to bring first-hand experience into your FITS degree. Plus, you may even get to witness annual events like Rome Fashion Week, or the Donna Sotto le Stelle (Woman Under the Stars) fashion show at Piazza di Spagna.

Faculty in the Norton School of Human Ecology have pre-approved courses to satisfy FITS Major Electives at UA Rome and you can choose from regionally specific general education classes, Italian language courses, and even opportunities for your minor all with the approval of your academic advisors. Talk to your academic advisor about the FITS major Global Track at UA Rome today!

Go abroad and get ahead at UA Seoul, hosted by Hanyang University. When you study abroad in Seoul, you’ll get to immerse yourself in one of the budding fashion capitals of the East. From streetwear to high fashion, Seoul is an emerging superpower when it comes to clothing. Additionally, Seoul Fashion Week is hosted in the fall and hosts both large global retailers as well as up-and-coming labels. As a student at UA Seoul, you’ll be able to dive into all aspects of Korean culture including iconic art, historical palaces, and incredible cuisine. You can even explore how traditional dress has influenced modern fashion by trying on historical hanbok clothing at Gyeongbokgung Palace.

Faculty in the Norton School of Human Ecology pre-approved courses to satisfy FITS major electives. From design, to merchandising, to entrepreneurship, you’ll be able to choose courses that align with your academic and professional goals. Courses are taught in English and availability is subject to change. Get started by contacting your advisor today!