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Bachelor of Arts in Textiles

The University of Edinburgh

UK,Scotland

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 36,800/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Sep 2025

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UK, Scotland

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1583

Total Students: 45,615 +

Int. Students: 13,353 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Old College, South Bridge, Edinburgh EH8 9YL, United Kingdom

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Bachelor of Arts in Textiles

Program Overview

Textiles offers a rich exploration of materials in their broadest sense for a wide range of contexts and outcomes.

We encourage you to take a very experimental approach towards materials and processes to produce innovative, contemporary and questioning design work.

This may include textiles:

for fashions, interiors or products
as communication or for alternative contexts

What you will cover
You will explore combinations and compositions of:

imagery
drawing
materials
texture
colour
pattern

You will look at textiles in two and three-dimensions. We support a wide-ranging approach to drawing and personal research and encourage you to:

embrace new technology
develop novel ways of working
study traditional and foundational textile techniques in print and mixed media
consider sustainability and develop your material awareness

Project work
Our collaborative work and industry-driven projects will:

help you to contextualise your place within the current textile industry
give you insight into addressing current markets and challenges
offer you a rich and stimulating education that prepares you for future employment

You will develop strong presentation and computer-aided design (CAD) skills. These ensure your designs are presented competently and with clear intentions.

Our graduates
Our graduates are renowned for their:

excellent drawing skills
clear understanding of the requirements of industry
innovative and professional approach to the discipline

Design and Screen Cultures courses are integrated with your practical studio work. These provide a contextual and theoretical underpinning of the holistic nature of contemporary design.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

84 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Portfolio Required

Yes

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
sep 2024		Closed
sep 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 36,800 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in The University of Edinburgh

CAD 12,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - 5.5 - With No Band Less Than
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 92 - 20 - With no score less than
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 65.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

Minimum CGPA Required: 80.00 %

Additional Information

Career opportunities
Our graduates work in a range of roles across textiles, design and the creative industries, including:

designers
designer-makers
Colour, Materials and Finish (CMF) specialists
colourists
illustrators
trend-predictors
stylists
buyers
design consultants
educators
researchers

Sought-after skills

Our textiles graduates are highly sought-after for their:

understanding and application of drawing, colour, materials, print, finish and surface
ability to adapt to changing demands and address ongoing concerns within textiles, including sustainability and material and manufacture traceability

They work in different contexts, including:

fashion and interiors
architecture
automotive design
the cosmetics/fragrance industry

Destinations have included:

Alexander McQueen, Cath Kidston and Innocent
Liberty, de Gournay, Jaguar Landrover and Burberry
Ralph & Russo, Mini Boden and White Stuff
Adidas, Voyage Maison and Timorous Beasties

Scholarships

Work Permit

PGWP

There are various options through which a student can get a post study work visa in the UK.
Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur Visa for the graduates with a genuine and credible business idea.
Tier 2 (General) is the leading immigration visa to work in the UK.
Tier 4 Doctorate Extension Scheme is for students who have completed their Ph.D. and is valid for 12 months for them to work, look for work or set up a business.
Tier 5 Youth Mobility is for individuals of certain countries like Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan, and New Zealand aged between 18 -30 who wish to move to the UK.
Tier 5 GAE is for individuals who want to come to the UK for work experience, training, research or a fellowship.
UK Ancestry is for individuals who are a citizen of a commonwealth and plan to work in the UK and have a grandparent who was born in the UK.

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