Art and Design (Textiles)

You will develop specialist techniques and processes in textile design in order to realise sophisticated design ideas to a professional standard. You will broaden your skills and understanding of constructed, printed and embroidered textiles through extensive exploration and experiment with media, materials, techniques, technologies and processes. Through live competitions, client briefs, entrepreneurship and live briefs you will also gain the appropriate skills required for effective employment. You will have the opportunity to take part in visits abroad, external events and visits to museums/galleries when available. You are also advised to attend and visit as many exhibitions/trade shows as possible in your time to support your studies. Progression On successful completion of the HND, depending on your grade, you may be able to complete a second or third ‘top-up’ year of a suitable degree. Alternatively, you will be well placed to pursue a career within the fashion and textiles industry.

UCAS Tariff - 80 points
A level - CCD
Level 3 qualifications in a related area such as Textiles, Art and Design, Graphics, 3D/Product Design.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
Level 3 qualifications in a related area such as Textiles, Art and Design, Graphics, 3D/Product Design.

Access to HE Diploma
YES 50-54%