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Graduate Diploma
Chelsea College of Arts
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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Graduate Diploma
Chelsea College of Arts
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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Graduate Diploma in Textile Design at Chelsea College of Arts is a one year pre-masters course which prepares you for further study in this area of practice.
Course overview
The course is for students who have a BA (Bachelor of Arts) but not necessarily in this subject area and wish to progress to MA (Master of Arts) level. It is designed to support the development of your textile design knowledge and skills and is underpinned by an ethos of sustainable and ethical design practices. You will learn how to apply and adapt your current creative methods of practice in this context.
What to expect
An ethical focus: We have a responsibility to contribute towards a better and more sustainable world. Throughout your course, you'll explore climate, social and racial justice and learn how to embed these principles into your creative practice.
Sustainability: You’ll look at social, sustainable and responsible design approaches and strategies.
Integrated practice and theory: Through enquiry, dialogue and debate, you’ll develop and locate your practice within the context of textile design.
A dynamic learning environment: Benefit from surroundings that encourage peer learning which will enable you to develop as an independent thinker and proactive designer.
Critical and analytical skills: You’ll develop these within a culturally diverse environment that fosters curiosity, experimentation and dialogue.
Lectures: Broaden your perspective through lectures on contemporary and historical contexts and applications for textiles.
Personal and professional development: Gain skills relevant to further study at MA level and working in the industry.
Teaching and learning: You’ll have access to on campus self-directed learning time and teaching including workshops and community building activities.
Industry experience and opportunities
The course benefits from a strong collaborative focus. You’ll have opportunities with related industries and other design courses at Chelsea College of Arts. Live briefs form an important part of the course. These will enhance your professional skills and employability potential. You’ll also be encouraged to take part in national and international competitions and opportunities.
The standard minimum entry requirements for this course are: BA (Hons) degree or equivalent academic qualifications; Evidence of ability in art or design; Alternative qualifications and experience will also be taken into consideration; Personal statement; Portfolio of work. Entry to this course will also be determined by the quality of your application, looking primarily at your portfolio of work, personal statement and reference.
Students living in
Domestic
£13,330 per year
Students from Domestic
The mentioned fee is for 2024/25 entry. There may be a slight increase in 2025/26 entry. Tuition fees may increase in future years for new and continuing students on courses lasting more than one year. For this course, you can pay tuition fees in instalments.
£28,570 per year
Students from EU
The mentioned fee is for 2024/25 entry. There may be a slight increase in 2025/26 entry. Tuition fees may increase in future years for new and continuing students on courses lasting more than one year. For this course, you can pay tuition fees in instalments.
£28,570 per year
Students from International
The mentioned fee is for 2024/25 entry. There may be a slight increase in 2025/26 entry. Tuition fees may increase in future years for new and continuing students on courses lasting more than one year. For this course, you can pay tuition fees in instalments.
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