The BA (Hons) Textiles at Arts University Bournemouth is your opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant and essential global textiles industry. This course is ideal if you have a deep appreciation for colour, pattern, texture, and materials, and a passion for hands-on creation and making. Textiles are fundamental to our daily lives, influencing everything from fashion and interiors to everyday products, making this a crucial skill set. This programme equips you with the practical and professional abilities needed to excel, whether you aspire to join a leading company or establish your own creative business.
You will study this full-time, on-campus degree over three years, engaging with a curriculum that blends experimentation with industry relevance. Your first year establishes a strong practical foundation, contextualised by cultural studies, and includes a significant work placement of up to one month. Subsequent years focus on developing your individual interests through live industry briefs with specialists and national competitions, with an optional placement year available between your second and third years. You will graduate from Arts University Bournemouth with a refined creative practice, a professional portfolio, and the confidence to become an autonomous textile practitioner, prepared for diverse career paths.