MA Fashion and Textiles Design with Industry Placement in Galashiels United Kingdom | Heriot-Watt University

Our MA Fashion and Textile Design with Industry Placement enables you to investigate ideas and modern themes in design, fashion, and textiles through hands-on learning and comprehensive design research. You'll question conventional and current applications of fashion and textiles while discovering methods to encourage innovative techniques and workflows in these fields. This master's program is designed for individuals with an art and design foundation who seek to push boundaries and introduce fresh perspectives. The curriculum lets you focus on your preferred aspect of fashion and textiles while engaging in cross-disciplinary projects and examining creative intersections between different disciplines within the School of Textiles and Design to drive design breakthroughs.During your third term, you'll undertake an industry placement to enhance your abilities and gain practical work experience. This placement provides internationally recognized, verifiable exposure to professional textile, fashion, or design environments, preparing you effectively for post-graduation life. You'll also establish valuable industry relationships that could lead to future employment or additional practical opportunities.You'll acquire the expertise, techniques, and capabilities to address the varied needs of fashion and textile sectors while developing a cross-disciplinary grasp of crucial aspects concerning design, management, and innovation in these fields. The program equips you with essential qualities to launch a thriving career after completing your studies.Upon finishing the program, you'll emerge as a skilled, self-assured professional prepared to navigate the worldwide fashion and textile industries with thorough knowledge of creative processes and their management across both global and local settings.