Located in the heart of Nottingham, a thriving creative city, NTU is home to a community of 3,000 artists, designers, and innovators. Founded in 1843, we offer a vibrant atmosphere, where young minds are encouraged to imagine, experiment, and develop an inquisitive nature to achieve personal development and academic success. At NTU, we promote a diverse culture, to empower and inspire the next generation of fashion and textile designers, to become world leading industry experts in their field.

Our community of researchers, connect ideas, expertise and technology across the university and partners, to tackle challenging issues the world faces. Our focus is on making a sustainable and positive impact through forward-thinking initiatives. The School of Art and Design alone, houses five research groups exploring various aspects of the discipline: culture, heritage, design, business, and innovation. All centred on a global and interdisciplinary approach to understand and address communication strategies, production and manufacturing systems, retail environments, advanced materials, human and environmental concerns, and many more.

Our fashion and textiles courses are industry focused, encompassing the entire spectrum of this global industry. From design and construction of fabrics and garments, through to production and retail, marketing, and promotion, to consumers. We have mastered the balance of theory and practice, equipping you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to develop as a creative designer/maker. Through live projects, collaborative opportunities, and blended learning, we challenge your thinking and perspectives, developing your autonomy and shaping you into an empowered critical thinker ready to respond to the demands of the creative industries. With strong links to a network of international fashion, textile, and lifestyle organisations, you are integrated into a community passionate to share insights and expertise, guiding you towards a successful and dynamic career pathway of your choice.