University of Texas at Austin

Overview

The Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Textiles and Apparel at The University of Texas at Austin equips students with the skills to design, develop, and assess apparel and textile products. This program combines creative and technical methodologies to prepare graduates for a dynamic industry. Students can select from various academic pathways, including apparel design and merchandising, or pursue a distinguished honors program for enhanced academic engagement.

What you'll study

Academic options (choose one):

• Option I: Apparel, Functional and Technical Design — This pathway emphasizes apparel and fashion design, incorporating computer-aided design and offering practical experience in fashion show production and event organization.
• Option II: Merchandising and Consumer Sciences — Focuses on experiential learning in retail environments, examining intercultural practices and consumer behavior.
• Option III: Textiles and Apparel Honors (Dean’s Scholars) — An honors track for selected students, featuring a capstone experience related to retail merchandising and apparel design.

Coursework examples include:

• Clothing the Planet
• Fashioning America
• Aesthetics for the Apparel Industry
• Textiles in Global Markets
• Accessory Design, Development, and Merchandising
• History of Dress and Cultural Change
• Digital Media Marketing & Development
• Computer-Aided Design for Apparel
• Consumer Behavior in the Marketplace

Capstone / honors component:

• Students in the honors program complete a capstone project that relates to retail merchandising and apparel design.

Entry requirements

There are no specific GRE or GMAT requirements for this program, and no minimum GPA threshold is specified. Applicants should prepare various materials, including an online application, application fee, essays or short answers, high school transcripts, and class rank; college transcripts may be required if applicable.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Textiles and Apparel program possess a diverse skill set that prepares them for various roles in the fashion and textile industry. Career opportunities may include positions in apparel design, merchandising, retail management, and consumer research, among others. The program's strong emphasis on practical experience ensures that students are well-equipped for the challenges and innovations within the industry.