Heriot-Watt University teaches fashion and textiles at its Scottish Borders Campus in Galashiels, where textiles have been taught since 1883.
At a glance
| Founded | 1883, as classes in weaving, dyeing and chemistry |
| Former name | Scottish College of Textiles (from 1968) |
| Part of Heriot-Watt | Since 1997 |
| Location | Galashiels, Scottish Borders, Scotland, United Kingdom |
| Fashion is taught in | The Design School |
What is it?
Textile teaching in Galashiels began in 1883. The college grew into the Scottish College of Textiles and joined Heriot-Watt University in 1997.
In BA (Hons) Fashion, students learn pattern cutting and garment making, from mass-produced clothes to made-to-measure pieces. They study fashion markets from high street to luxury, sustainability and ethics, and finish with a collection shown at a graduate showcase.
Fashion courses you can study
These are Heriot-Watt’s fashion and textile courses in Galashiels, with their official names:
Undergraduate
- BA (Hons) Fashion
- BA (Hons) Design for Textiles (Fashion, Interior, Art)
Postgraduate
- MSc Fashion and Textiles Management
- MSc/MS Global Textile Design
How to apply
- You apply through the university’s undergraduate application route.
- Everyone applying to BA (Hons) Fashion must send a digital portfolio.
- For 2027 entry, typical offers include Highers BBBB, A Levels BCC or 29 IB points, together with a successful portfolio.
Entry requirements, fees and deadlines change every year. Always check the official website before you apply.
Sources
- Heriot-Watt homepage
- BA (Hons) Fashion
- BA (Hons) Design for Textiles
- MSc Fashion and Textiles Management
- MSc/MS Global Textile Design
- History of the Design School
All facts on this page come from Heriot-Watt University’s official website. Last checked: 9 November 2026.