Textiles (Hons) London Metropolitan University

Overview

Throughout the Textiles (Hons) course from London Metropolitan University , you'll have opportunities to produce collections of textiles, surface techniques and garments, all of which will be showcased in a professional setting in your final year.

Quick Facts:

• You’ll have numerous opportunities to enter local and international competitions. They offer opportunities to exhibit your work. Their previous students have undertaken work placements with, and some have even gone on to work for, Julien McDonald, Edward Crutchley, Mark Fast, Toogood, Mary Katrantzou, Alexander McQueen, ASOS, Timberland, The British Museum, Camira Fabrics, Toynbee Hall and Tissage hand made rugs.
• After undertaking workshops in print, weave, knit and mixed media you'll go on to pursue specific interests and material specialisation through both studio and contextual study.
• While experimenting with digital textile printing and laser cutting, as well as learning traditional techniques, you'll also have opportunities to take part in a number of additional workshops that include dyeing, rug making and computer-aided design (CAD) skills (Photoshop and Illustrator) and to collaborate with London Met students studying jewellery or fashion degrees across a wide range of projects.
• As you progress, you'll gain an understanding of commercial, ethical and industry standards as you undertake projects and work placements, develop professionalism and establish networks to further your career.

Career opportunities:

• Whether you aspire to be a craftsperson or a designer for the design industry, perhaps working for a huge high street brand or a couture house, their Textiles (Hons) will prepare you for a bright and exciting career.

Upon graduating, you can enter the professional design sectors in rich and varied ways. THeir alumni have pursued successful careers, including in:

• education, as teachers at all levels
• providing studio design work
• managing small design studios (either their own or as employees)

Some graduates even set up their own successful businesses, in the UK as well as across Europe and Africa. These include:

• Flint Interiors
• Witts design
• Majeda Clarke, woven textile artist-trustee of Crafts Council, also winner of New Designers One Year On
• Vicky Cowin Hand Woven, winner of Elle Decoration Designer of the year
• Carly Breame Ceramics
• Frances McBain, rug and carpet design