Art & Design - Textiles
The course provides a framework to support you to develop specialist in-depth knowledge and skills. This course will encourage practical and intellectual skills in a stimulating and supportive environment and throughout the 2 years you will explore Textile Art and Design with elements of Fashion. On completion, you can progress onto a relevant degree programme at university or you can also seek employment in the creative industries.
| Award Name | BTEC Higher National Diploma at UK Level 5 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Pearson |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTEC Higher National Diploma at UK Level 5 | Pearson |
Duration
2 years full-time.
Entry Requirements
32 UCAS points to include Art at Higher Level and 4 OLC’s (Grade O4 or above) to include Art, Maths and English (Level 2 Essential Skills in Numeracy and Literacy will also be accepted); OR Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, Level 3 Art and Design Foundation Diploma or equivalent Level 3 qualification. A portfolio of work demonstrating your suitability and aptitude for this course must be presented at interview. Minimum age for entry is normally 18, which may be waived in exceptional cases.
Careers / Further progression
Further Study
On completion, you can progress onto a relevant degree programme at university with exemptions from Year 1 and Year 2 in some cases. (This is at the discretion of the university). Having developed a strong skill base, you can also seek employment in the creative industries.
Career Prospects
Textile designer, Print designer, Textile technician, Small business enterprise, Retail buyer, Visual merchandiser, Creative industries, Teaching.
Further information
Start Date: 09/09/2024.
Strand Road Campus
£2,500 per annum (subject to change).
Yes
Applications are now open for Higher Education Courses 2024-25. To apply online please see "Application Weblink".
Course Overview
This is an exciting and intensive 2-year course offering the opportunity to experience a wide range of textile practices and design skills through exploration and experimentation. The 1st year of the course encourages you to explore a variety of textile processes, including printed and embroidered textiles, weave, and mixed media. In 2nd year students move towards specialised work to refine ideas in design development and textile processes producing more resolved outcomes. Students work on a range of contemporary project briefs, resulting in innovative outcomes. You will participate in public exhibitions at NWRC and beyond. The course provides a framework to support you to develop specialist in-depth knowledge and skills. This course will encourage practical and intellectual skills in a stimulating and supportive environment. and throughout the 2 years you will explore Textile Art and Design with elements of Fashion. On completion, you can progress onto a relevant degree programme at university or you can also seek employment in the creative industries.
Course Modules:
Surface Design
Advanced Art Practice
Professional Practice
Accessories
Applied Practice Collaborative Project (Pearson-set)
Advanced Textile Studies
Professional Development
Contextual Studies
Individual Project (Pearson-set)
Techniques & Processes
Computer Aided Design (CAD)
Fashion & Textiles Practices
Material Selection & Specification
Optional modules can change depending upon curriculum needs.
Year 1 you study 6 core units, Year 2 you study 3 core units.
Give us a call
Our campus can be contacted by phone:
Strand Road: 028 7127 6000