MA Fashion and Textiles Design with Industry Placement

The Fashion and Textiles Design with Industry course at Heriot-Watt University is a diverse and in-depth study program that is both critically informed and industry focused. It offers students unique opportunities to develop and refine their design skills within a dynamic and multidisciplinary environment. Course Content: This course includes the exploration of the fashion and textile industries from design concept through to finished product, development of professional portfolios and participation in live projects with industry partners. Students will need to carry out a project, showing their understanding of the whole cycle of a product including the sourcing of sustainable materials, developing a business model, marketing, and customer service.Key Modules: The course covers key areas including Fashion and Textile Practice and Context, Studio Practice, Professional Design Practice, Sustainable Material Futures, and the Major Project. A strong focus is given to sustainable materials and manufacturing methods. Future Careers: After completion of this course, students are well equipped to pursue careers within fashion, textiles and related creative industries. They can work as fashion designers, textile designers, interior designers, trend forecasters, fashion buyers, visual merchandisers, and product developers. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.