Programme details for Textiles,
TWO-YEAR DIPLOMA PROGRAMME |
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ABOUT THE PROGRAMME |
Students enrolled in the two-year Textiles programme receive hands-on training in various traditional and innovative methods and techniques. Some courses combine practical training with conceptual thinking, allowing students to explore the theoretical aspects of the programme. The aim of the programme is to enhance students' professional knowledge, broaden their perspectives, and boost their confidence in contextualizing their work within the realm of society and culture. Students who complete this diploma programme can pursue further education at the tertiary level, with credits transferable to the institutions and universities of their choice. The selected institutions and universities evaluate the extent of transferable credits. |
STRUCTURE |
The Textiles programme consists of 120 upper secondary school units, and the students will develop skills and competence on the fourth level according to the Icelandic Qualification Framework for Education. Each semester will focus on a specific subject matter, offering diverse possibilities to explore new perspectives and experiment with different methods. Additionally, all diploma students will attend seminars together where they can interact with professionals and scholars from other fields. |
Programme details for Textiles,
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS |
1) Completed an upper secondary school matriculated education in the arts or have equivalent qualifications. |
2) Submit a statement of intent (50-100 words) discussing interests and goals for pursuing the programme. |
3) Submit digital files of portfolios with selections of your own creations, and sketchbooks with at least 10 pages. |
ADMISSION EVALUATION |
An admission committee reviews the applications and assesses the portfolios, and short-list applicants for interviews. The admission committee consists of the head of the programme, designers and artists who teach at the programme. |
TUITION FEE |
School year 2025-26 is ISK 607.000 (ISK 303.500 per semester). |
HOW TO APPLY
Application is online through the INNA application portal. Use the flag icons (top right corner) to proceed with either English or Polish.
What to prepare for and expect during the INNA online application:
Before you can submit the application:
Further inquiries about the programme, send email to head of the programme, Margrét Katrín Guttormsdóttir at margret@mir.is |