BA (Hons) Textile Design

Course Overview This BA (Hons) Textile Design course provides a dynamic and supportive environment to explore contemporary textile practice, placing a strong emphasis on sustainability, creativity, and professional readiness. Students initially experiment with print, weave, embroidery, and knit before tailoring their skills towards specific career pathways in the second year. The program is enriched by industry links, live projects, and state-of-the-art facilities, ensuring graduates are confident, innovative, and highly employable designers. Key Program Highlights Exploratory first year covering core disciplines: print, weave, embroidery, and knit Choice of career-focused pathways in second year, including Styling, Craft, and Surface Pattern Strong emphasis on sustainability and integrating both digital technology and traditional craft skills Professional development through live projects, competitions, and industry work placements Opportunity to exhibit work at major shows like New Designers in London