I’m a fashion designer looking to move into UX, should I do a masters or a short course? [closed]

I’m currently a fashion designer looking to move into UX design. I am adept at adobe suite and have a great interest in psychology and sociology. I’ve found myself bored recently with the ongoing cycle of fashion trends and what seems like the growing lack of appreciation for designers within retail. I’ve been drawn to UX because of the apparent deeper connection to design and customer. I love the idea of researching Customers and analysing data however for the last 6 years I have been frustrated with lack of this in fashion.

I’ve read a lot on these forums stating that short courses like general assembly or MA courses are not necessary however I’m wondering if my experience isn’t tailored (buh dum tish) necessarily to ux design as a lot of people seem to be from computer science or graphic design backgrounds.

I also need to buy a computer in order to study further, would you consider laptops a necessity or is the work mainly done at home, therefore a iMac would be sufficient? Alternative would be getting a screen etc for a smaller 13 inch MacBook. (Sorry I know this is mundane but It’s a big investment for me during this pandemic!)

Coding, where do I start? I only ask as I’ve read that a good understanding is necessary but an in-depth knowledge is worthwhile if you consider specialising or working with smaller teams.

Finally, how is it working in ux design? I’ve heard it’s ever evolving which is great however are staff valued ? In fashion redundancies are often and it seems to be a dying trade. I’m looking for a job I can get my teeth into and feel like I’m constantly learning.

Thanks in advance for your help! I live in hackney London so if anyone fancies meeting for a coffee that’d be great, I’m less boring in person and the coffee would be on me!