Textile Art, Design and Fashion BA (Hons)

Program Overview

The Ulster University Textile Art, Design, and Fashion program offers a comprehensive education in the field. Students develop essential skills in foundation studies, drawing, color theory, CAD, and fabric studies. They specialize in a chosen pathway (embroidery, weave, knit, print, fashion) and engage in practical workshop and studio experience supported by lectures, seminars, and industry engagement. Graduates are prepared for careers as costume designers, fashion designers, textile designers, and more.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Year One:
• Focus:
Introduction to the field, essential skills development in foundation studies, drawing, color theory, CAD, fabric studies.
• Modules:
• Cultural Contexts
• Fundamental Skills 1 & 2
• Research & Writing 1
• Year Two:
• Focus:
Specialization path selection (Artist or Designer), Advanced skills development in chosen pathway area (embroidery, weave, knit, print, fashion)
• Modules:
• Specialist Skills 1 & 2
• Professional Practice 1: Work Based Learning
• Research & Writing 2: Critical Frameworks
• Year Three:
• Options:
• Optional Placement Year for 25 weeks: Gain skills in the UK or EU, receive the Diploma in Professional Practice (DPP) or DPP International
• International Academic Studies: Broaden your perspective with
studies abroad
• Year Four:
• Focus:
Advanced independent practice, self-directed major project development, career preparation
• Modules:
• Graduate Skills
• Major Project
• Research & Writing 3: The Essay/ Report

Assessment:

• All modules are 100% coursework based, utilizing a variety of formats: artifacts, research submissions, essays, presentations, reports, portfolios.

Teaching:

• Emphasis on practical workshop and studio experience supported by lectures, seminars, theory, research
• Small-group supervision by specialist technicians in individual workshops
• Career-focused skills with professional practice modules
• Industry engagement through placements, projects, and competitions
• Guidance on independent study and project development outside workshop time

Careers:

• Potential Job Roles:
• Costume Designer
• Community Arts Facilitator
• Fashion Designer
• Lecturer
• Textile Designer
• Textile Artist
• Art Teacher
• Potential Employers:
• Bedeck
• Decora Blind Systems
• Primark
• Port West Workwear
• Douglas & Grahame
• Dunnes Stores
• H&M
• Marks & Spencer
• Ulster Carpets
• R.A. Irwins
• And more!

Other:

• Standard entry requirements: Irish Leaving Certificate with UCAS tariff points, A-level, BTEC, Access Courses.
• Portfolio submission required.
• Graduate Skills module provides essential resources and tools for career development and a promotional portfolio.

Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland and EU Settlement Status Fees

£4,750.00

England, Scotland, Wales and the Islands Fees

£9,250.00

International Fees

£16,320.00