The programme has elected pathways in printed and constructed textiles (woven and knitted textiles, with an option in Level 3 for fashion knit). The emphasis is fabric making with a personal handwriting geared towards different practical outcomes, many with the involvement of recognised design studios and companies. The main market sectors are fashion fabrics, accessories, furnishing fabrics, wall coverings, gallery pieces, greeting cards and gift wrap.

Employability

These are the most common jobs students go into six months after graduating:

  • Design occupations
  • Sales occupations
  • Managers, directors and senior officials
  • Engineering professionals
  • Teaching and educational professionals
  • Business and public service associate professionals
  • Administrative occupations
  • Elementary occupations