Textiles (Top-Up) BA (Hons)

Program Overview

This top-up program in 3D Design and Development prepares students for careers in textile, fashion, or interior design. The program includes project-driven modules, a research-focused dissertation, and professional development training. Students will have the opportunity to work with industry partners and showcase their creativity through a final major project.

Program Outline

• 3D Design and Development 3
• Critical & Contextual Studies 3: Dissertation (3D)
• Major Project Resolution: Textiles
• Professional Practice 2

3D Design and Development 3

This project-driven module allows you to develop your own self-directed projects, culminating in your “major project.” You will have the opportunity to work with real-life industry partners and gain valuable work experience.

Critical & Contextual Studies 3: Dissertation (3D)

In this research-focused module, you’ll choose a topic of your own and conduct in-depth research in order to develop a substantial critical study or dissertation (approximately 6,000 to 7,000 words).

Major Project Resolution: Textiles

This is your opportunity to prepare for a career in textile design or progress to higher studies. You’ll be expected to produce a professional-quality project that showcases your creativity and skills.

Professional Practice 2

This concluding module focuses on your professional development as a designer.

Assessment Assessment methods will include project work and essays, individual and group design practice, a final major show, and a dissertation.

Teaching The program is delivered through a combination of workshops, tutorials, lectures, and self-led exploration. The teaching team is made up of experienced educators and industry practitioners.

Careers Possible career options after completing the program include textile, fashion or interior design roles such as designer-maker, industry designer, buyer, technologist, stylist, and design journalist.

• There are additional costs associated with the program, such as equipment, materials, printing, textbooks, trips, and professional body fees.
• The program lasts for one year and starts in September.
• You can stay up to date with the program by following them on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.
• This is a top-up program, meaning it is intended for students who already have a foundation degree, Higher National Diploma, or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject.
• The program is ranked fourth in the country for fashion and textiles according to the Guardian university league tables 2022.
• The course is second in London for overall student satisfaction according to the National Student Survey 2022.