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Diploma of Textiles

Edinburgh College

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2 years
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

Three-year full-time Bachelor of Arts in Textiles course taught at London Met's Shoreditch campus.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Apply core knowledge in Textiles. Analyse discipline-specific problems using appropriate methods. Communicate professional ideas clearly. Use relevant tools and practices responsibly. Prepare for employment or further study in general studies.

Career outcomes

Craftsperson or designer for the design industry
High street brands
Couture house
Teacher
Studio designer
Small design studio manager
Own business

Curriculum

Three-year full-time programme
Modules listed for 2026/27. Year 1: Critical & Contextual Studies 1 (3D)
Research and Visual Communication. Year 2: Critical & Contextual Studies 2 (3D)
Professional Practice 1. Year 3: Critical & Contextual Studies 3: Dissertation (3D)
Major Project Resolution: Textiles
Professional Practice 2.

Entry requirements

Academic

Year one: two Highers
UAL Level 2/3
Foundation Diploma or SQA NC at SCQF 6
Year two: all 15 credits of the HNC. Portfolio required.

Accepted academic background

12 years of school education with satisfactory results in relevant subjects, Non-UK qualification equivalent to at least SCQF level 6, Online interview, Portfolio/audition for creative courses.

Language tests

IELTS 5.5 (min 5.5 each skill)
PTE Academic 59 (UKVI

Other requirements

Portfolio required
Interview required

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Proof of Identity
English Language Evidence (if applicable).

How to apply

Check the course entry requirements and the English test requirement on the course page and the international pages. Complete the online International Student Application Form. Upload qualifications
Passport
Current UK visa if any
SELT certificate and personal statement. Attend the Admissions and Visa Interview on Zoom if invited. Receive the Conditional Offer
Return the Course Acceptance Form and pay the deposit
Typically 100% of the course fee. HND students needing a two-year visa may pay both years upfront
Receive the CAS and apply for the Student visa with proof of funds. Receive pre-arrival information (accommodation
Airport pick-up
Induction).

Other costs

Tuition per year	£8,736 GBP
Application fee	£50 GBP
Deposit	£10,539 GBP

Program details

Campus	Granton Campus
Faculty or school	Creative Industries
Department	Department of Textiles
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
213 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.