Textiles MA

The Textiles MA is part of the School of Art and Humanities MA Art & Design Suite, a postgraduate program that combines disciplines to create a collaborative program. The course covers contemporary textile and surface design practice, enabling exploration of various textile directions and contexts. It aims to enhance recent graduates' knowledge, skills, creativity, and employment prospects by enabling them to develop innovative approaches, evaluate traditional textile techniques, experiment with sustainable practices, and plan and implement work. The course combines creative, aesthetic, and technical design skills, preparing students for future industry or freelance practice.

• An Honours degree (2:2 or above) in a relevant subject or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Alternative qualifications and/or significant experience may be accepted, subject to approval.
• International students with qualifications in 'creative' or 'practice' subjects should submit a digital portfolio (pdf) of work with their application.
• All suitably qualified applicants are normally invited in for an informal chat with a portfolio or considered for admittance under alternative arrangements, such as a skype chat.
• IELTS is 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent will be considered acceptable

Innovative professionals in creative industries like museums, galleries, fashion, interiors, retail, and freelance/consultancy are sought after. The goal is to enter textile, surface design, or textile craft industries in roles such as textile designer, illustrator, trend forecasters, design managers, material specifiers, curators, community craft engagement practitioners, educators, or developing research proposals. MA students in the Department of Fashion and Textiles have successfully pursued careers in various industries.