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Careers in Curriculum

Textiles

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Why study Textiles?

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What do Textile Design graduate do?

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Nearly a fifth (18%) of textile design graduates are:

  • working in design occupations 15 months after graduation.
  • 4% work in artistic, literary and media occupations
  • 2% work in textiles and garments trades.

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Textiles as a Career

Studying a creative degree can open up a range of career opportunities. Hear how Chloe’s time on our BA (Hons) Textile Design course helped her discover her dream career.

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Typical Employers

Employers of Textile Design Graduates include:

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  • Design studios and consultancies;
  • Large fashion and design companies;
  • Small specialist design companies;
  • Manufacturing and processing companies that produce clothing, soft furnishings and other textile-based products;
  • Interior design and decoration services;
  • Private clients.

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Textile design is a global industry and you may find opportunities to work abroad or with an international company.

 

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Jobs related to a Textile Design Degree

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Job profile examples including Labour Market Information click on links below:

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Jobs where your degree would be useful include:

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Remember that many employers accept applications from graduates with any degree subject, so don't restrict your thinking to the jobs listed here.

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Studying a Textile Design degree develops skills in:

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Textile design students develop an understanding and experience of using different textile processes and techniques, such as:

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  • Constructed textiles (such as knitted, woven, stitched and manipulated textiles);
  • Digital textiles (focusing on textiles for fashion or interiors);
  • Mixed media textiles.

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You also learn to use computer-aided design (CAD), critically evaluate and interpret materials, research designs and predict trends, and communicate with clients, manufacturing staff, buyers and retailers.

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Studying a Textile Design degree develops other skills in:

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  • The ability to work independently, set goals, manage your own workload and meet deadlines;
  • Project management - to see the design project through from conception to completion;
  • Attention to detail;
  • IT and technical skills;
  • Marketing and commercial awareness;
  • The ability to work effectively with others through collaboration, teamwork and negotiation;
  • Communication and presentation;
  • The ability to work to deadlines and a budget;
  • Research and analytical skills;
  • Resourcefulness.

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