Course Leader: MA Fashion Textiles Technology

The opportunity
University of the Arts London (UAL) is looking for an experienced academic to join us as a Course Leader on our MA Fashion Textiles Technology course.

In this role, 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.

About you
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.

For further details and to apply please click the apply button.

Closing date: 27th February 2025, 23:55.

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

Our culture
UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.

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