MA Textiles
City Campus
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The Master of Arts (MA) in Textiles program at Nottingham Trent University offers students a comprehensive and innovative curriculum designed to develop their artistic skills, technical expertise, and conceptual thinking in the field of textiles. This program caters to individuals passionate about textile design, material exploration, and creative expression.
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Diverse Curriculum: The MA Textiles program provides a diverse curriculum that covers various aspects of textiles, including surface design, fabric manipulation, digital textile printing, sustainability, and experimental techniques.
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Creative Exploration: Students are encouraged to explore their creative vision, experiment with different textile materials and techniques, and develop unique and innovative textile designs through hands-on projects and practical exercises.
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Technology Integration: The curriculum embraces the integration of technology in textiles, allowing students to explore digital design tools, software, and digital printing techniques to enhance their creative process.
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Industry Collaboration: The program maintains strong connections with textiles professionals, designers, and organizations, offering students networking opportunities, guest lectures, and insights from industry experts.
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Sustainability Focus: The curriculum addresses the importance of sustainability in textiles, encouraging students to consider ethical materials, production methods, and environmental impact.
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Portfolio Development: Throughout the program, students have the opportunity to build a comprehensive textiles portfolio that showcases their artistic vision, technical skills, and ability to create innovative and sustainable textile designs.
Location
City Campus
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 15850
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
- Academic Qualifications: International students applying for postgraduate programs at NTU are required to hold a relevant undergraduate degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Percentage Requirement: NTU typically expects international students to have achieved a minimum of 65% or above in their previous academic qualifications. However, specific entry requirements may vary depending on the program and the country's educational system from which the student has graduated.
- English Language Proficiency: Similar to undergraduate programs, international students applying for postgraduate programs at NTU are required to demonstrate English language proficiency. The accepted English language tests and minimum scores are the same as for undergraduate programs:
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5, with no less than 6 in each component.
- TOEFL: A minimum score of 81 on the internet-based test (iBT).
- PTE: A minimum score of 62.
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
These scholarships provide opportunities for talented students to pursue their studies at Nottingham Trent University:
- International Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship: NTU offers the Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for international students. This scholarship is highly competitive and awarded based on academic excellence, with a focus on the applicant's achievements and potential contributions to NTU and their chosen field of study.
- International Postgraduate Scholarship: NTU offers postgraduate scholarships for international students pursuing a master's degree or research program. These scholarships are awarded based on academic merit and can help cover a portion of the tuition fees.
- Country-Specific Scholarships:NTU offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships aim to attract talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and may have specific eligibility criteria, such as academic achievement or residency in a particular country. International students are advised to check the NTU website or contact the admissions office for information on country-specific scholarships.
- External Scholarships:NTU encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities. There are various organizations, foundations, and governments that offer scholarships to support international students studying in the UK. NTU provides guidance and resources to help students identify and apply for these external scholarships.
It is important to note that scholarship availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines may vary from year to year.
Graduates of the MA Textiles program from NTU have a wide range of exciting career prospects within the textiles and creative industries.
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Textile Designer: Graduates can work as textile designers, creating original and innovative textile patterns, prints, and designs for fashion, interiors, and other applications.
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Surface Designer: With expertise in surface design, graduates can specialize in creating visually appealing patterns and designs for various surfaces, including textiles, wallpaper, and ceramics.
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Textile Artist: Graduates can pursue careers as textile artists, creating unique and expressive textile artworks for exhibitions, galleries, and art installations.
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Textile Technologist: Graduates can work as textile technologists, developing new fabrics, textures, and materials for fashion, interiors, and technical applications.
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Sustainability Consultant: Graduates can specialize in sustainable textiles, working as consultants to advise businesses and industries on eco-friendly and ethical textile practices.
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Educator: Graduates with a passion for teaching can pursue careers as textile educators, sharing their knowledge and expertise with future generations of textile designers.
