Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] [Textile and Surface Design] From Fashion Institute of Technology

The Textile/surface design?department offers AAS and BFA degrees, providing students with the knowledge and skills for a variety of careers in textile design industries for fashion, accessories, interiors and related markets, and as freelance entrepreneurs. The program achieves this by developing students? intellectual, aesthetic, analytical and technological?abilities. Using painting, screen printing, and weaving together with digital skills the program integrates theory with hands-on applications.

In courses taught by practicing professionals, you'll acquire a wide range of skills applicable to a variety of areas, from apparel and home furnishings to carpet design?and tabletop, leading to??a wide variety of career options. For inspiration, you'll be immersed in ?the designs and creative traditions of countries around the worl, cultures throughout history, as well as?your personal vision.?

In this program, you'll combine artistic ability, technical skills, and creative innovation, while?learning how to take a design from conception to product. When you graduate, you'll join a growing network of successful alumni, who connect you to the industry and to job opportunities in the many aspects of this global field.

Highlights

• Facilities include professional-level studios for painting, screen printing, weaving, and knitting, as well as?state-of-the-art computer labs.
• Strong industry and alumni ties translate into networking opportunities for students.
• New York City, the creative center of the textile and surface design industry, is your extended campus, with its design studios, showrooms, museums, and galleries.
• Internships provide valuable experience in the industry and oppotunities for future full time employment. Internship sites have included Lee Joffa, Victoria Secret, and Suzanne Tick Design.