Our BA (Hons) Textile Design degree course nurtures fresh thinking and industry-ready creatives through a dynamic and carefully structured three-year programme.
Studying with us will provide you with the skills, insights and experiences required to succeed in a broad scope of professional textile related roles. By the end of your degree you will have a clear vision of where you fit in the industry and a tailored professional portfolio to take with you.
Our brand new hub for the arts in the thriving Eastside of the city has been purpose-built to stimulate creative ...
Our BA (Hons) Textile Design degree course nurtures fresh thinking and industry-ready creatives through a dynamic and carefully structured three-year programme. <br/><br/>Studying with us will provide you with the skills, insights and experiences required to succeed in a broad scope of professional textile related roles. By the end of your degree you will have a clear vision of where you fit in the industry and a tailored professional portfolio to take with you.<br/><br/>Our brand new hub for the arts in the thriving Eastside of the city has been purpose-built to stimulate creative minds within an open-access, contemporary studio environment. You will become a part of our lively and close-knit student community and be guided by an experienced and passionate team of staff who value the importance of getting to know you as an individual.<br/><br/>**Professional Placement Year**<br/><br/>This course offers an optional professional placement year. This allows you to spend a whole year with an employer, following successful completion of your second year, and is a great way to find out more about your chosen career. Some students even return to the same employers after completing their studies. <br/><br/>If you choose to pursue a placement year, you will need to find a suitable placement to complement your chosen area of study. You will be able to draw on the University’s extensive network of local, regional, and national employers, and the support of our Careers teams. If you are able to secure a placement, you can request to be transferred to the placement version of the course.<br/><br/>Please note that fees are payable during your placement year, equivalent to 20% of the total full-time course fee for that year.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Parkside Building Campus
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W234
Institution Code
B25
Points of Entry
Year 1
A levelB,B,C A Level: 112 UCAS tariff points / BBC (or equivalent). AS Level: Must be in a different subject to A Levels. A maximum of four subjects will be considered. UCAS Tariff112 Please note: If you qualify for our BCU Accelerate scheme, you could receive an offer that is two grades below our normal entry requirements. Scottish Higher112 UCAS tariff points from three Advanced Highers (CCD) or two Advanced Highers (CD) plus two Highers (CC). Access to HE DiplomaPass with 60 credits. At least 45 credits at level 3 with 18 credits with Merit or Distinction. Accepted subjects: Arts, Media and Publishing subjects preferred but other subjects also considered. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme28 Obtain a minimum of 28 points overall Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)112 UCAS tariff points. Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)Minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points, achieved in five Higher level subjects GCSE/National 4/National 5This course does not require evidence of GCSE qualifications. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)112 UCAS tariff points. Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Scottish Advanced Higher112 UCAS tariff points from three Advanced Highers (CCD) or two Advanced Highers (CD) plus two Highers (CC). Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)112 UCAS tariff points. Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications. T LevelM Merit overall. All subjects accepted but Craft and Design preferred. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £16,085 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |