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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: TEX1

Textiles

Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester, England
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3 yearsDuration
£12,400Per Year (Intl)
£25,000Avg. Graduate Salary
87%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Textiles at Manchester Metropolitan University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about expressing creativity and innovation. Based in Manchester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. The world of textiles is constantly evolving and you can be part of that, reshaping both the design process and our conceptual understanding of the field. As a BA (Hons) Textiles student, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the expansive realm of textile design, fostering innovation and creativity. We celebrate the rich heritage of textiles whilst highlighting future technological advancements and sustainable material practices, all with the aim of pushing the boundaries of textile innovation. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 96% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £19,500 within three years, a 90% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Textile Fundamentals and Techniques
Colour
Material and Finish Design
Sustainable Textile Innovation
Digital Textile Design and CAD
Textile History and Contemporary Practice
Design for Industry and Commerce
Material Experimentation and Development
Professional Practice and Portfolio Development
UCAS Code:TEX1
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

BCC

International Baccalaureate

26 points

Pass overall with a minimum overall score of 26 or minimum 104 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects

UCAS Points104

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic61

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£12,400

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£37,200

Home Student Fee

£2,067

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Manchester Metropolitan University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£23,500£25,000£26,500
3 years£15,500£19,500£23,000
5 years£19,500£25,000£29,500

UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 19% below UK average salary
This course
£19,500
UK average
£24,000
Salary 5 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,000
UK average
£24,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £5,500 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH25-01-03). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

50%Working
20%Studying
20%Work & Study
70%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
87%
Learning opportunities
85%
Assessment and feedback
83%
Academic support
86%
Organisation and management
81%
Learning resources
85%
Student voice
84%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
85%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University offers Textiles as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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