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BA (Hons) Textiles (top-up)

  • Undergraduate
  • London
BA (Hons) Textiles (top-up)
London Metropolitan University

Course Overview

Intake

N/A

Duration

1 year

Course Description

This lively and creative top-up course is designed for students who have already completed a foundation degree, Higher National Diploma, or equivalent qualification and wish to complete the final year of an undergraduate degree in London. Throughout this fast-paced and exciting final year, you will refine your technical skills across various areas, including textile design for interiors, fashion, and accessories. The curriculum focuses on helping you develop a unique design voice, build a professional portfolio, and gain confidence as a creative force. You will engage in industry-led projects, with recent partners including WGSN, Fred Perry, and Parker Knoll, providing invaluable real-world experience. Teaching is delivered through a mix of practical workshops, tutorials, and lectures, culminating in a major project and dissertation. Whether you study full-time over one year or part-time over two years, you will be supported in preparing for a successful transition into the professional textile industry or further postgraduate study.

Tuition Fee Details

The tuition fee for UK home students is £9,790 per year for full-time study. Part-time study fees are £2,445 per 30-credit module. The university reserves the right to increase the tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. More information on the latest fee can be found on the institution website.

Entry Requirements

Portfolio Requirements


Portfolio

A portfolio interview is required. Your portfolio should be selective, demonstrating a range of interests and talents, including project development from start to finish, sketchbooks, and experimental work.

For more information about the General Entry Requirements please visit the institution page

Course Structure

3D Design and Development 3

30 Credits

Critical & Contextual Studies 3: Dissertation (3D)

30 Credits

Major Project Resolution: Textiles

30 Credits

Professional Practice 2

30 Credits

Frequently Asked Questions

Graduates can pursue roles such as designer-maker, industry designer, buyer, technologist, stylist, or design journalist, or progress to postgraduate study.