MA Textiles – Contemporary Dialogues at Swansea College of Art offers a unique opportunity to explore both the material and immaterial aspects of textiles in an exciting and thought-provoking way. As part of the MA Contemporary Dialogues portfolio, you will be encouraged to engage with contemporary issues and undertake material exploration, helping you develop your own creative identity. This course is designed for individuals keen to push boundaries, combining both critical and theoretical dialogues as essential components of your journey. Throughout the course, you will have the opportunity to work across a wide range of workshops, including photography, glass, ceramics, surface pattern and, of course, textiles. This interdisciplinary approachencourages you to experiment with both traditional textile techniques and new processes, exploring how different materials can enhance your work. Through collaborating with peers, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of how textiles intersect with other art forms and industries, broadening your creative perspective. You will have the opportunity to work with both hand-made and digital textile processes, providing a balance between traditional craftsmanship and modern innovation. Writing and text can also be considered as forms of textile making and thinking, offering a creative way to reflect on your practice and develop new ideas.
Which department am I in?
Art, Design and Photography
Study options
Full Time
(18 Months)
Tuition fees
£1,458.33 (US$ 1,883)
Month
This is a fixed fee
Start date
October 2026
Venue
Swansea Campus
IQ Building, SA1 Waterfront Campus, Kings’s Road,
Swansea,
SA1 8EW, Wales, United Kingdom
Entry requirements
For international students
You need 2:2 honours degree or UWTSD recognised equivalent. We are interested in creative people who demonstrate a strong commitment to art and/or design and, therefore, we welcome applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. Please note, this masters programme does require practical and theoretical research as well as some academic writing.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.