BA (Hons) Textile Design (Top-up) at Buckinghamshire New University

Completed a foundation-level degree, HND, or equivalent qualifications in a relevant Art and Design subject? Top-up your studies to gain a full bachelor’s degree in Textile Design. Textiles are the material that we have our closest relationships with, literally clothing our bodies from head to toe, or surrounding our homes with stimulating colour and tactility.

Faculty: Creative Arts and Design  |  Duration: One Year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Textile design is a fast-paced and engaging industry, this course allows you as a designer to interact with a variety of different elements including colour, materials, pattern, structure and composition. With a focus on three essential areas, print, knit, and surface design, you’ll engage in design-driven projects, refining your research, drawing, colour theory, design, and workshop technical skills. Core modules include Research and Development, Creative and Professional Development, Professional Practice, Contextual Report on Practice, Final Major Project.

Career pathways

Upon graduation, you will be prepared for a range of career possibilities. You may also choose to stay on at Buckinghamshire New University and study a postgraduate programme, such as MA Design Innovation. Roles include Textile designer, Fashion designer, Print Designer, Clothing/textile technologist, Colour technologist, Illustrator, Interior and spatial designer, Graphic Designer, Stylist, Visual merchandiser.

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