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BA (Hons) Textiles

Arts University Bournemouth, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Textiles degree at Arts University Bournemouth offers a dynamic and creative environment for students to explore the world of textiles. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the subject, covering areas such as fashion design, material innovation, and textile history. The course places a strong emphasis on practical work, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment. Graduates of the program are well-prepared for careers in the fashion and textile industry, as well as further academic study.

Additional Information

The course is designed for students who are passionate about textiles and want to develop their skills and knowledge in the field. The program covers a wide range of topics, including sustainable fashion, digital fabrication, and textile conservation. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in live projects and collaborations with industry partners, providing valuable real-world experience.

Discover the Arts University Bournemouth Advantage

Arts University Bournemouth is a specialist university that offers a unique blend of creative and technical learning experiences. The institution has a strong reputation for producing graduates who are highly employable and have a deep understanding of their chosen discipline. The campus is located in the beautiful coastal town of Bournemouth, providing a stimulating environment for students to live and learn.

Why You Should Study This Course

You will be expected to show a real commitment to and enthusiasm for this subject. A lively interest in color, surface, texture, and drawing should be displayed, with a developed understanding of contemporary textiles and their usage. General awareness of contemporary art and design is also desirable. We look for enthusiasm, creativity, and a fascination with all things fabric, together with a willingness to learn and to engage with others.

What You'll Study

1 Level 4 (first year)
Your first year provides you with a sound practical base for the study of the subject, contextualised by parallel study of aspects of contemporary, historical and visual culture. Projects, lectures, seminars, practical demonstrations, visits, case studies, guided reading and tutorials will be used to disseminate information and develop the necessary skills. This will provide you with the opportunity to learn through experimentation and discovery, and develop skills within a personal context. You’ll be introduced to a variety of applications and to the fundamentals of critical theory and professional studies that will underpin your knowledge of textiles and their design, production and creative usage. Work placements are run during the end of the first year of study, for a minimum of ten days and up to a maximum of one month. On your return, you’ll present a report based on your experience.
2 Level 5 (second year)
Your second year will focus on your individual interests and ensure that your professional and technical skills mature through first-hand experience with industry specialists. The units anticipate that you will be able to apply the knowledge, concepts and skills addressed in your second year to fully exploit the range of opportunities for your personal creative development. You’ll work with fellow students on live industry briefs and enter major national and international competitions.
3 Level 6 (third year)
Your third year allows you to refine your existing creative practice, develop your skills and reflect upon your experience and direction formed from previous study. The course nurtures students to develop into original, mature and autonomous textile practitioners, encouraging them to lead rather than respond to industry trends. The integration of theory and practice is promoted and reinforced through a team teaching approach. Lectures, seminars and tutorials may be delivered by team members, as appropriate, in the creative environment of the studio. You’ll be encouraged to formulate and identify your particular skills and potential. Risk and ambition within the field will be crucial to your individual development. Intellectual and academic integrity will be further encouraged, both through written content and ‘thinking through practice’. External experiences are highly prized throughout, from course trips to textile trade shows e.g. Premiere Vision Paris, to New York visits, to London exhibitions e.g. New Designers, Islington. This year also focuses on employability, building professional portfolios and gives students the opportunity to participate in mock interviews.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79
Academic IELTS or UKVI IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each band.

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