Textile Design
Loughborough University
UCAS Code: WJ24 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Loughborough University
UCAS Code: WJ24 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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A level
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Considered on a case by case basis. Please contact Loughborough University directly.
We consider applicants offering Pre-U Principal Subjects or a combination of the Pre-U and A levels, provided a minimum of three subjects overall are taken. We recognise the benefit of the Global Perspectives and Research (GPR) course in developing independent study and research skills. While we would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions. However, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results.
We recognise the benefit of the Extended Project in developing independent research and critical thinking skills. We would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, and while we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language Grade 4/C
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32 (5,5,5 HL)
We accept a wide range of international qualifications for entry as outlined on our website – please view the individual course typical offers on our website and choose Ireland in the Country/region drop-down field for more information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma Grades Distinction Merit plus 1 A Level Grade B.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate Grade Distinction plus 2 A Levels Grades BC.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Applicants with a Level 3 Diploma in Foundation Studies or UAL Level 3 Foundation Diploma or UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art & Design will be considered
Considered on a case by case basis. Please contact Loughborough University directly.
For 2025 entry, the following T Levels are currently being considered on a case by case basis. More information can be found on our website at https://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/
Applicants taking the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma will be asked to achieve the A level requirements for their course as part of their qualification. The Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted alongside two A levels as long as individual course entry and subject requirements are met. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/
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About this course
The Textile Design BA (Hons) course offers a diverse and inclusive curriculum to inspire and train multi-disciplinary textiles practitioners through the study of materials, processes, and design methodologies.
This is an engaging and dynamic course exploring the range of opportunities within the expanding field of textiles. From traditional crafted processes to cutting-edge digital technologies, students investigate and experiment with a broad range of materials and techniques to design, make, and validate their ideas.
The course introduces you to progressive, creative processes to help you prepare, gather information, source materials, identify the origins of inspiration, and build in-depth knowledge of the discipline. Students are supported to experiment and develop their independent textile practice through conceptual design thinking and core practical skills. We foster critical engagement with theory and examine historical, cultural, political, ethical, and sustainability issues to balance creativity with academic practices.
Our wide-reaching textile course nurtures individuality and encourages you to explore the breadth of possibilities within textiles, in preparation for a growing array of creative and professional opportunities. Students will graduate with the specialist knowledge for an enriched career in the textile industry and related fields, including fashion design, interior design, architecture, textiles art, post-graduate studies, research, product design, set design and digital sectors.
Modules
In your first year areas studied include drawing, introduction to modern and contemporary art and design, visual research, design development, and textiles process and exploration.
In your second year areas studied include materials, processes and conceptual application, sampling and textile manufacture, and professional and business practice. You will be given the opportunity to select one optional module from a diverse School-wide list.
In your final year modules studied include Innovation, Exploration and Invention, Textiles Research Report, and a Textiles Studio Practice Final Project.
A full list of indicative modules is available on the course page of our website.
Assessment methods
Modules on this course are assessed through coursework, using a range of methods.
This is to encourage the development of a broadly relevant set of skills and competencies for use in industrial practice or further study. Methods include practical projects, industrial and self-generated project work, technical knowledge and training, development drawing, visual research skills, essays and reflective work, seminar participation, visual and verbal presentations, contextual research projects, workbooks and logbooks, technical files, and an industrial placement report and research report.
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