Textile Design BA (Hons)

**Course overview**<br/><br/>The BA (Hons) Textiles Design course has a vibrant hands-on approach. Youll explore a wide range of textile techniques and surface pattern design. With a strong emphasis on experimentation.<br/><br/>**Why study with us**<br/><br/><br/>- Youll have the opportunity to work with a variety of industry partners on live project briefs to develop your professional skills and for you to gain an understanding of the industry. <br/><br/><br/>- We have a British Fashion Council membership. The BFC Colleges Council represents the leading fashion departments in universities and colleges throughout the UK.<br/><br/><br/>- Students have gone to be featured artists in Embroidery Magazine, design for fashion and interiors and showcase their work internationally. <br/><br/><br/>**What youll do**<br/><br/><br/>- We work with a variety of industry partners on ‘live’ project briefs to develop your professional skills. And for you to gain an understanding of the industry. You’ll get involved in work shadowing and placements during your second year.<br/><br/><br/>- Youll be encouraged to enter competitions during the course. Many students have gone on to achieve recognition and success in national design competitions.<br/><br/><br/>- Youll have the opportunity to go on research trips in the UK and internationally. These trips are a fundamental part of developing your inspiration for project briefs.<br/><br/><br/>**Future careers**<br/><br/>This course is a great starting point for a career in surface pattern design, textile interior design or as a design maker or textile artist.<br/><br/>Our graduates have also gone on to work in printmaking, illustration and graphic design. As well as retail buying, teaching, museum conservation and trend forecasting.

It's more important than ever to consider the cost of your education. At UCLan, you'll be well-equipped for the road ahead, whatever you study. <br/><br/>All first year full-time Clearing students are guaranteed a room in halls at their Preston Campus. Included in UCLan's halls of residence are bills, WiFi, on-site laundry, kitchen appliances, bedding, 24/7 security and social spaces. <br/><br/>You will learn from leaders in their field at UCLan, their academic staff will use their expertise and real-world experience to create courses, that range from Accounting to Youth Work, that will allow you to secure your dream job. UCLan focuses on employability, they have close links with leading employers across the Northwest and build work experience into a wide range of courses to ensure you thrive in your chosen field.<br/><br/>If you're interested in applying to UCLan, come see it for yourself, call now to find out more information or click to visit their website where you can book a place on a campus tour!