School of Textiles and Design

School of Textiles and Design

High Mill
The High Mill building

The School of Textiles and Design, formerly the Scottish College of Textiles, has had a distinguished history since 1883.

Since its beginnings the School has specialised in the education of professionals and practitioners in the global textile and clothing industry and has established a reputation as one of the world's leading textile institutions.

Located at the newly opened Scottish Borders Campus, the School is small and friendly which, together with its specialist facilities, provides a stimulating and creative environment in which to learn. Our excellent record for providing professional and vocational orientated courses ensures that graduates are highly successful in securing employment throughout the industry.

The School has well established alumni associations across the world who assist the School and our students in a number of ways e.g. competitions, sponsorship, speakers, work placements and projects, to name just a few. The study of textiles and apparel, leads to exciting and diverse opportunities in a worldwide industry, as textiles and fashion are fundamental to modern society and culture.

We provide an extensive range of facilities including spacious studios, superbly equipped workshops for knit, weave, print and apparel, computer suites, and CAD/CAM studios to enhance teaching excellence within the School. The School is engaged in leading-edge research projects in textiles, design, fashion, clothing and colour science, which reinforce our international reputation and contribute towards excellence in teaching.