Pearl Academy has completed more than two decades of empowering creative minds. Since its inception in 1993, the academy has evolved into a globally renowned institution of higher learning with a focus on Internationalism; entrepreneurship and employability; catering to the needs of the design, fashion, media, business and retail industry.
Seamless Transfer of Credits – (During progression to Foreign universities) - Pearl Academy facilitates enrolment of students for international degree at recognized international partner academic universities. Pearl Academy’s partner academic universities are based in UK and Australia. Students have an option to obtain an internationally recognized bachelor’s degree by pursuing courses at any one of our partner academic universities as follow-
- Torrens University, Australia
- University of Derby, UK
- Manchester Metropolitan University, UK
- Nottingham Trent University, UK
- University for the Creative Arts, UK
UNIVERSITY OF DERBY
In the heart of England - the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution - we are proud to be building on our region’s heritage of innovation with industry-relevant expert teaching and world-leading research. We offer higher education in a wide choice of subject areas at our campus in Derby. Top 10 for Postgraduate Student Experience 2020, our academic strength is backed up by practical experience to ensure our students are ready for a successful career, wherever their talents lie. With more than £200 million invested in the last ten years, we offer some of the best university facilities in the UK. These include our STEM Centre, Forensic Training Facility and NHS-standard hospital ward.
As Derbyshire’s only university we use our academic expertise, research and innovation to foster talent and promote links with businesses regionally, nationally and globally. In addition to traditional degree routes, our apprenticeships, continuing professional development, knowledge transfer and sector-leading online courses create opportunities for individuals, employers and communities to develop and flourish. We are proud to be the UK's best modern university for multi-cultural learning and Top 10 in the world for international student learning experience, according to the International Student Barometer 2018.
- Rated Gold in the Teaching Excellence and Student Outcomes Framework (TEF), putting Derby in the top 20% of all providers in the UK.
- Best Customer Service, Best Student Wellbeing and Best Environmental Management Awards, as well as the Quality Mark for International Student Accommodation (National Student Housing Awards 2019)
- 96% of graduates in work of further study within six months of finishing their course, and 76.2% in graduate-level employment (HESA 2016/17)
- Top 10 Postgraduate Student Experience (Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2020)
- Top 10 in the world for international student learning experience (International Student Barometer 2018 Global Benchmark Group)
- Ranked #26 in the Guardian 2020 ranking.
- University of the Year for Social Mobility (UK Social Mobility Awards 2020)
Pearl Academy students have an option to obtain an internationally recognized Bachelor’s Degree by pursuing courses at University of Derby in England.
Pearl Academy facilitates enrolment to these courses :
- BA Hons. Fashion
- BA Hons. Fashion Design & Marketing
- BA Hons. Marketing (Management)
- BA Hons. Product Design
- BA Hons. Graphic Design
- BA Hons. Media Production
- BA Hons. Animation
- BA Hons. Interior Design
Eligibility criteria and important information
| Applications | UoD online application |
| Session commencement | September |
| Campus | Derby Campus |
| Eligibility | Pearl Advanced diploma with min 50% marks |
| Entry Requirements | Personal Interview, Portfolio evaluation, Supporting Documents |
| English Language requirement | IELTS or class 12th result (>= 65%) |
| Mode of study | Face to face |
| FEES* | GBP £ 14,045 (All courses) |
*Fee is subject to change by University of Derby, UK
*Fees of the academic year at the time of admission shall be applicable
TORRENS UNIVERSITY
Torrens University is Australia’s international university, committed to providing relevant and transformational education and producing research which answers society’s pressing questions. As Australia’s first new university in more than 20 years, Torrens University brings a careers-focused and global perspective to Australian higher education. Home to over 19,000 students from 115 different countries, Torrens University has quickly become Australia’s fastest growing University and boasts a credible industry-immersive difference, with 91% of our students beginning their career within 12 months of graduation.
Offering high-quality, undergraduate, graduate, and specialised degree programs in a wide range of academic disciplines, Torrens University proudly delivers programs at campuses across Sydney, Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane, Auckland, China, and online. Torrens University’s vision, ‘We champion the power of people to connect the world for good’, and its values of beginning and ending with people, being good, being creative, being bold, and being global are at its core. The vision and values underpin the university and informs all the work done in our institutions. As a certified B Corporation®, and with the belief that when its students succeed, countries prosper and societies benefit, Torrens University has an unwavering commitment to producing global graduates with the skills to form strong industry connections, rooted in a culture of change-making and positive impact on society and environment.
No. 1 in Australia for hospitality and leisure management
Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School at Torrens University (QS World University Rankings, 2019)
Tier One global MBA ranking and 20th global online MBA
(CEO Magazine, 2020)
Top 10 animation school in Australasia
Billy Blue College of Design & Media Design School at Torrens University Australia (Animation Career Review, 2020)
Accreditations
MBIS is ACS accredited at the professional level, giving eligibility and recognition for ACS membership and certification.
The Bachelor of Applied Social Science Community Services at Torrens University Australia, Adelaide/Sydney and Online campus have been granted provisional accreditation by the Australian Community Workers Association.
Pearl Academy students have an option to obtain an internationally recognized Bachelor’s Degree by pursuing courses at Torrens University in Australia.
Pearl Academy facilitates enrolment to these courses:
- Bachelor of Business
- Bachelor of Design
Eligibility criteria and important information
| Applications | TUA application form/ GTE application |
| Session commencement | September/ February/ June |
| Campus | Sydney | Melbourne | Brisbane | Adelaide |
| Eligibility | Pearl Advanced diploma with min 50% marks |
| Entry Requirements | Personal Interview, Portfolio evaluation, Supporting Documents |
| English Language requirement** | IELTS (Academic) | TOEFL | PTE |
| Mode of study | Face to face or online |
| FEES* | AUD $ 22,800 (Business) AUD $ 28,200 (Design) |
*Fee is subject to change by Torrens University.
*Fees of the academic year at the time of admission shall be applicable
** English language requirements:
- IELTS (Academic) with overall band of 6.0 and all sub-scores with min. 5.5 band
- TOEFL (Paper Based): 500-549 (min. 4.5 TWE – Test of Written English)
- TOEFL (Online iBT) : 60-78 (min 18 in writing)
- PTE: Overall 50 (no skill score less than 42)
MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
Manchester Metropolitan University is home to a diverse international student population from more than 130 countries. The University is ranked amongst the world’s top 200 universities under 50 years old (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2020), which is a measure of its commitment to delivering and supporting quality research and teaching.
Manchester Metropolitan’s campus is located in the centre of Manchester, amongst world-renowned music, arts, shopping and sports venues and the second largest Chinatown in Britain.
Manchester is considered the UK’s ‘best city to live in (Global Liveability Survey 2019 by the Economist Intelligence Unit) and is considered one of the world's top 15 cities for Generation Z (Generation Z City Index 2019). Manchester Fashion Institute, home to the University’s fashion courses, brings together fashion expertise and talent from across the University, Manchester and the world. Ranked 6th in the UK for fashion and textiles*, it offers a truly engaging learning experience with live industry projects, international exchanges, guest lectures, workshops and study trips.
The courses at Manchester Fashion Institute cover all areas of the fashion industry, from design to business management, buying and promotion. The Institute works with industry partners to ensure its courses combine academic expertise with industry experience – making sure its graduates are ready for a career in the global fashion industry.
There has been a multi-million-pound investment in the University’s fashion facilities, ensuring that students have access to an extensive collection of industry-standard equipment, including specialist sewing, knit and weave machines, photography studios, a textile testing laboratory and much more.
- Ranked in the world's top 200 universities under 50 years old (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2020)
- 85% of research has 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent' impact (REF 2014 - 21)
- Ranked 6th in the UK for Fashion & Textiles (*Guardian University League Tables 2021 by subject area)
- Manchester Fashion Institute was named Chartered Management Institute HE Partner of the Year 2020
- Silver award in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2017)
Pearl Academy students have an option to obtain an internationally recognized Bachelor’s Degree by pursuing courses at Manchester Metropolitan University in UK.
Pearl Academy facilitates enrolment to these courses :
- BA Hons. International Fashion (Design Practice)
- BA Hons. International Fashion (Business Practice)
Eligibility criteria and important information
| Applications | MMU application form |
| Session commencement | September |
| Campus | Manchester Campus |
| Eligibility | Pearl Advanced diploma with min 50% marks |
| Entry Requirements | Personal Interview, Portfolio evaluation, Supporting Documents |
| English Language requirement | IELTS or class 12th result (>= 70%) |
| Mode of study | Face to face |
| FEES* | GBP £ 17000 (All courses) |
*MMU has offered discount for Pearl students in the AY 2019-20 & AY 2020-21, and this discount may change in future as per MMU’s discretion.
*Fee is subject to change by Manchester Metropolitan University, UK
*Fees of the academic year at the time of admission shall be applicable
*Discount / Scholarship for Pearl Students (enrolled at Pearl in AY 2019 onwards) is GBP £ 2000.
