Textile Design (Top-up) - BA (Hons)

This is a top-up version of our Textiles BA (Hons) degree. A top-up degree is the final year (Level 6) of an undergraduate degree course and is for those who have a foundation degree, Higher National Diploma or equivalent qualification, or those wishing to study the final year of their degree in London.

On the Textiles BA (Top-up) you’ll learn technical skills through exploring a variety of subject areas including textile design for interiors and fashion and accessories. There will be opportunities to produce collections of textiles, surface techniques and garments and to showcase in a professional setting.

You’ll have opportunities to enter local and international competitions, to exhibit your work and to visit industry and trade shows in London, Paris and Florence.

This course received a 94% overall student satisfaction score in the National Student Survey 2020 – and a 99% score for the teaching on the course.

The course is taught by a team of experts that includes professional textile artists, practitioners and designers, as well product designers in fashion and interior.

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 our jewellery design and fashion degrees.