The BA (Hons) Textile Design at Birmingham City University invites you to explore the transformative potential of fibres, yarns, and innovative processes to create materials with unique qualities and impactful properties. This creative field is crucial for making informed choices that reduce environmental and social impact, while also serving as a powerful artistic medium for raising awareness and inspiring change. You will develop fresh thinking and industry-ready skills in craftsmanship across print, weave, knit, embroidery, and material innovation, embracing both digital technologies and traditional craft. This undergraduate degree is designed for students passionate about design, sustainability, and the tangible world of textiles.
You will study this course full-time on campus over three years, engaging in hands-on experimentation within dedicated textile workshops equipped with industry-standard facilities. The curriculum balances core modules in Textile Processes, Visual Ideas, and historical and contemporary contexts with opportunities to specialise or combine disciplines. In your second year, you can choose to undertake a work placement or live project, gaining invaluable professional experience. You will graduate with a distinctive, career-focused portfolio, ready for roles in interior design, fashion, or as an entrepreneur, equipped to drive the industry towards a more sustainable and circular economy.