Course summary

Our renowned Textile Design degree puts an emphasis and focus on innovation and craftsmanship. On this course you’ll use modern and traditional techniques to explore print, knit and surface design, where you then go on to specialise and develop your own unique style in one of the three core areas. This course is offered as a four-year programme, including an initial Foundation Year. The Foundation Year will allow you to develop your academic study skills and build confidence in your abilities, identifying your own strengths and development needs for progression onto an undergraduate programme. Why study BA (Hons) Textile Design at BNU? Top-ranked Our fashion and textiles programmes are ranked 3rd best in the UK (The Guardian University Guide 2023). Textile Design has a long and successful history of developing highly skilled and creative graduates from BNU. The course team have a broad range of current industry practice, which enables a range of project opportunities, both live and studio based, that challenge you to be versatile and adaptable in this highly competitive industry. Connections You could also benefit from masterclasses and industry brief opportunities, where you’ll gain an insight and feedback from current industry-leaders. Previous industry projects include guest lecturers and live projects from WGSN, The Worshipful Company of Framework Knitters, Bradford Textile Society, British Fashion Council, Burberry, Topshop and Armani, Stella McCartney and UKFT. Our High Wycombe Campus is only a short train ride away from London, meaning you are only a stones-throw away from the hustle and bustle - enabling you to visit exhibitions, galleries, shows and watch emerging styles, to help you gain inspiration and ideas. Facilities You will master materials, both through traditional methods and using digital software. This includes an in-house fabric and yarn store, screen printing facilities, a dye laboratory and sewing and garment production facilities. In our professional-working studio you’ll have you own workspace which you’ll be able to turn into your own personal area, where you can bring your designs to life and surround yourself with inspiration. We also have specialist technicians and demonstrators on site to support and share their knowledge with you, when and if you need it. What will I study? 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. You'll get taster projects in each of the textile practices, and once you know which one suits your creativity most, you can start to specialise. The Textile Design course is intended to provide you with a wide range of craft and digital making skills, all of which is sought after by employers. You’ll explore a range of creative and technical approaches, including innovative drawing methods, the use of trends, CAD for design and presentation, specialist techniques; including material knowledge and experimentation, as well as problem solving skills. As well as this, dedicated modules will also give you a deep understanding of theoretical, analytical and social contexts. Throughout your course you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in international competitions, including British Fashion Council reviews, exhibitions and the BNU Summer Show. Upon graduation you’ll be a confident, highly skilled designer with an individual approach to your discipline, which will be reflected in your portfolio.