University College of Borås

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Masters

Master in Textile and Fashion Design, Specialisation in Textile Design

DegreeMasters
FieldFashion Design

A 120-credit full-time master's aimed at advancing textile and fashion design with a focus on textile design practices and theory. It suits designers who want higher-level study in textile techniques, aesthetic theory and specialised production technologies, and who may wish to include an international study period.

What you'll study

The syllabus combines design projects, aesthetic theory and advanced textile technology courses across the academic year. Listed course elements for Autumn 2026 and Spring 2027 include mandatory and elective units with course codes and teaching periods:

  • Design Project - Specialisation Project (AX2DA1) — mandatory; 31 August — 4 October.
  • Aesthetic Theory - Design Methods, Advanced Level (AX2ET1) — mandatory; 5 October — 8 November.
  • Aesthetic Theory - Design Seminars I (AX2DS1) — mandatory; runs 5 October — 17 January and also appears for 18 January — 28 March sessions.
  • Construction technique, advanced level (AX2KO1) — choice available; 9 November — 13 December.
  • Dyeing, textile printing and finishing, advanced level (AX2FG1) — choice available; 9 November — 13 December.
  • Knitting Technology, advanced level (AX2TA1) — choice available; 9 November — 13 December.
  • Weaving Technology, advanced level (AX2VV1) — choice available; 9 November — 13 December.
  • Advancement textile technology (AX2TT1 and AX2FD1) — listed as choice available in multiple periods (14 December — 17 January; 9 November — 17 January; and 18 January — 24 January depending on the course code).

Entry requirements

The publicly available page lists practical information and links to the programme syllabus and course syllabuses, but does not reproduce detailed formal entry requirements on the excerpt provided. Applicants should consult the programme syllabus PDF or the university admissions pages for official academic and language prerequisites.

Career prospects

The programme content — specialisation projects, advanced construction and technology modules, and aesthetic theory seminars — prepares graduates for higher-level roles in textile design, product development, technical design, research-led creative practice and positions requiring specialist knowledge of dyeing, printing, knitting or weaving technologies. The opportunity to study abroad may support international career pathways.

Scholarships & funding angle

No specific scholarships are listed in the extracted text. Prospective students should check the university’s central scholarship and funding pages and the programme’s syllabus documents for up-to-date information on grants, tuition waivers or external funding sources that may apply to master’s level study.

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