Global Threads: Fashion at The University of Manchester

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.

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 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 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.

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.