Course Leader MA Fashion Textiles Technology

The opportunity

As Course Leader, you will lead the academic vision and management of the course. This will include playing a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing academic standards, while driving the design, development and delivery of a cutting-edge curriculum.

You will use your expertise to inspire students through teaching and mentoring, ensuring a supportive learning environment for a diverse and international student body. Engaging in scholarly activities, including research and knowledge exchange will be key to advancing teaching related to textile technology. Additionally, you will provide both academic and pastoral support, monitoring student progress and maintaining accurate records.

If you have any queries about this role, please contact the recruiting manager Polly Kenny via p.kenny@fashion.arts.ac.uk

Your profile

We are seeking a motivated leader with a passion for fashion textiles and a strong commitment to academic excellence. You will hold a higher degree (e.g., MA) in Fashion Textiles or a closely related field. A comprehensive understanding of fashion textile design and manufacturing technology, both hand-crafted and digital is essential.

Strong communication skills and the ability to engage diverse audiences in an inclusive and accessible manner are critical. You will also demonstrate proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate teams and set clear objectives to drive performance.

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.

As a University we are ranked second in the world for Art and Design. We are formed of 6 Colleges with unique histories and identities: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL also has 4 Institutes, 5 Research Centres, 1 Pre-Degree School and 2 subsidiary companies delivering specialist activities.

Application process

We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Thus, you will need to create an account and submit an application through our job board. As part of this, you will need to provide a supporting statement/answer some competency questions to demonstrate your suitability. Our recruitment process involves: Application, Shortlisting, Interview and Assessment, Offer, Onboarding.

We understand the benefits of using AI in work. But, if you are thinking of using it to submit an application, we ask you to think about what value it adds. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.

If we receive a high volume of applications, the closing day date might close early. We aim to communicate any changes to the closing date with at least 24 hours’ notice. If you have any general questions or have accessibility needs, please refer to our Contact us page.

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