Norwich University of the Arts
MA Textile Design
Norwich, United Kingdom
MA
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Overview
You’ll work at the forefront of the discipline, embracing the latest digital and technological advancements while developing a clear understanding of the market and the commercial potential of your work.
Debate current issues and hear from industry experts
Tutorials and practice-based projects are designed to encourage debate and reflection on the environmental, ethical and social impact of textile design.
Guest speakers from industry will support your professional development and give you a greater understanding of the range of pathways for practising designers in a rapidly evolving sector.
Hone your textile design skills
You’ll be encouraged to push your imagination and stretch the boundaries of the discipline through the creative use of materials, processes and concepts.
Course tutors and workshop technicians teaching on this postgraduate course are also practitioners, with extensive and diverse experience in areas including digital textile production, CAD for repeat design, laser cutting, illustration, dye and weave. The breadth and depth of their knowledge will benefit you as you experiment and develop your practice through exhibitions and national competitions.
Graduates work in a broad range of careers including:
- Textile Designer
- Textile for Fashion Design
- Interior Design
- Print Design
- Illustration
- Conservation
- Product Design
- Styling
- Branding/Marketing
- Materials Production
- Further/Higher Education
- PhD Study