Textile (Top-up) (Hons) London Metropolitan University

Overview

The Textile (Top-up) (Hons) course from London Metropolitan University is taught by a team of experts that includes professional textile artists, practitioners and designers, as well product designers in fashion and interior.

Quick Facts:

• You'll be provided with regular feedback through tutorials to support you in your creative development and individual voice. You'll also gain current and relevant knowledge of  working in the design industry to prepare you for your specialism.
• You'll have opportunities to take part in a number of workshops on subjects such as dyeing, rug making and computer-aided design (CAD). You will also have chances to collaborate with your students on their jewellery design and fashion degrees. 

Career opportunities:

• Upon completion of the degree you could enter textile, fashion or interior design roles including designer-maker, industry designer, buyer, technologist, stylist and design journalist, or progress on to a master’s course.
• Their graduates have gone on to work at companies including Timberland, Harrods, the Fashion Model Directory and River Island.
• Successful graduate designer makers include Vicky Cowin, Stephaine Witts, Lisa Bloomer and Claire Whelan.
• Textiles student Majeda Clarke was shortlisted for a Bemz Design Award and went on to create her collection with UNESCO.