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The programme aims to produce graduates with the skills and competencies needed to perform tasks in the research, design, production, finishing and marketing of textiles and soft furnishing products.

Programme Objectives

The objectives of the programme are to: 

  1. Equip students with technical knowledge and practical skills in textile design, production, and testing to meet industry standards. 
  2. Develop students' competencies in soft furnishing design, production, and merchandising to enable them to create innovative products that cater for evolving market demands.
  3. Foster entrepreneurial mindsets and business management skills in students to encourage them to establish their own textile and soft furnishing enterprises upon graduation.
  4. Establish partnerships with local and international textile and soft furnishing companies to provide students with internship opportunities, industry projects, and mentorship whilst in school.
  5. Integrate textile-specific software (CAD and CAM) to ensure that, graduates are skillful in using industry-standard design and manufacturing tools by the end of the programme.
  6. Promote a culture of research and innovation through project work that addresses industry challenges and contributes to the advancement of textiles and soft furnishing technologies.
  7. Establish partnerships with local and international textile and soft furnishing companies to provide students with internship opportunities, industry projects, and mentorship whilst in school.
  8. Integrate textile-specific software (CAD and CAM) to ensure that, graduates are skillful in using industry-standard design and manufacturing tools by the end of the programme.
  9. Promote a culture of research and innovation through project work that addresses industry challenges and contributes to the advancement of textiles and soft furnishing technologies.

Career and job opportunities

The following are the career opportunities for textiles and soft furnishing:

  1. Textiles and Soft Furnishing Designer
  2. Textiles and Soft Furnishing Production Manager
  3. Textiles and Soft Furnishing Merchandiser
  4. Textiles Quality Assurance Specialist
  5. Textiles and Soft Furnishing Marketing and Sales Representative
  6. Textiles and Soft Furnishing Entrepreneur
  7. Textiles and Soft Furnishing Educator
  8. Textiles and Soft Furnishing Product Developer 
     

Other Areas Include: 

  1. Textiles and Soft Furnishings Industries 
  2. Rural and Cottage Industries 
  3. Centres for Arts and Culture
  4. The Film Industries 
  5. NGOs Engaged in Creative Arts-Related Businesses 
  6. Services Sector (Hospitality, Security, Health, and others)
  7. Financial Institutions and Insurance Companies 
  8. Ghana Standards Board 
  9. Export and Import Promotion Industries 
  10. Education and Training Institutions 
  11. Advertising and Media Agencies 
  12. Foams and Mattress Industries
  13. Furniture and Upholstery Industries
  14. Consultancy Services 

    Students’ Admission, Progression and Graduation:

Eligible candidates must possess one of the entry requirements below:

a. West Africa Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE): 

Applicants must have Grade C6 or better in three core subjects including English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science/ Social Studies. Again, applicants must have Grade C6 or better in three elective subjects. Note that the six passes should not exceed aggregate thirty-six (36).

b. Senior Secondary School Certificate Applicants (SSSCE)

Applicants must have at least Grade D or better in three core subjects including English Language, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science/ Social Studies. Again, applicant must have at least Grade D in three elective subjects. Note that the six passes should not exceed aggregate twenty-four (24).

 c. General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level: 

Holders with credits in at least five subjects at the GCE ‘O’ Level or its equivalent including English Language and Mathematics plus at least two passes at the GCE Advanced level. Candidates with Pass will have to attend an interview.

d. Higher National Diploma (HND)

Passes in all the prescribed courses (HND) with Second Class Lower Division or better. The applicant must show evidence of at least six months industrial attachment in a relevant industry. Successful applicants will join the programme at level 300. Candidates with Pass will have to attend an interview.

e. Diploma in Fashion and Textiles Certificate

Passes in all the prescribed courses with Second Class Lower Division or better. The applicant must show evidence of at least six months industrial attachment in a relevant industry. Successful applicants will join the programme at level 200.

f. Technical School Applicants (Certificate II Intermediate Fashion)

Credits in English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies Plus Credits in Three Trade Courses. 

g. Mature Applicants: 

  • Must be at least twenty-five years old with any legitimate documentary proof.
  • Must have at least two years relevant working experience (A letter from employer is required) or show proof of employment (if self-employed/engaged in private industry).
  • Must pass a written entrance examination or show proof of two credits in English Language and Mathematics in WASSCE or any other nationally recognised standard High School level examinations.

h. International/Foreign Students

International students must possess qualification(s) equivalent to any of the requirements stated above. The certificates of foreign students would be sent to Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) for determination of suitability for admission.

 

Year One Semester One 

xCODE

COURSES

CREDIT HOURS

T

P

C

BTSF 101  

Introduction to Textiles and Soft Furnishing

2

0

2

BTSF 103

History of Textiles and Soft Furnishing

2

0

2

BTSF 105  

Basic Design 

1

4

3

BTSF 107

Fibre and Yarn Processing

2

0

2

BTSF 109

Introduction to CAD for Textile Design

2

0

2

CLT 101 

Computer Literacy I

2

0

2

COS 101 

Communication Skills I

2

0

2

AFS 100 

African Studies 

0

0

--

Total Credit Hours

13

4

15

           

Year One Semester Two 

CODE

COURSES 

CREDIT HOURS

T

P

C

BTSF 100

Fabric Structural Design

1

2

2

BTSF 102 

CAD for Textile Design 

0

4

2

BTSF 104

Textile Decorative Techniques

1

4

3

BTSF 106

Linens and Beddings 

1

4

3

BTSF 108

Sewing Techniques

1

4

3

CLT   102 

Computer Literacy II

2

0

2

COS   102 

Communication Skills II

2

0

2

AFS   100 

African Studies 

2

0

2

BTIA 102

* First Year Experiential Attachment

-

-

-

Total Credit Hours

10

18

19

Note: BTIA 102    is end of first year long vacation industrial attachment, non-scoring.           

 

Year Two Semester One 

CODE

COURSES

CREDIT HOURS

T

P

C

BTSF 201

Weaving

1

4

3

BTSF 203

CAD for Textile and Soft Furnishing

2

0

2

BTSF 205

Colour Psychology

2

0

2

BTSF 207       

Textile Art

1

4

3

BTSF 209 

Draperies and Curtains 

1

4

3

BTSF 211 

Fabric Pre-treatment and Dyeing

1

4

3

BTSF 213

Innovation & Creativity

2

0

2

BTSF 215

Textile Business Law 

2

0

2

Total Credit Hours

12

16

20

 

Year Two Semester Two 

CODE

COURSES 

CREDIT HOURS

T

P

C

BTSF 200

Weaving Mechanism

1

4

3

BTSF 202

Indigenous Textile Production

1

4

3

BTSF 204

Carpeting and Rags

1

4

3

BTSF 206

Fabric Drapery and Decoration

1

4

3

BTSF 208       

CAD for Textiles Design and Drapery

2

2

3

BTSF 210       

Non-wovens

2

0

2

BTSF 212

Fabric Studies

2

0

2

BTSF 214

Research Methodology

2

0

2

BTSF 216

*Second Year Industrial Attachment

-

-

-

Total Credit Hours

12

18

21

Note: BTIA 202    is the end of first year long vacation industrial attachment, non-scoring.           

 

Year Three Semester One 

CODE

COURSES 

CREDIT HOURS

T

P

C

BTSF 301

Advanced CAD for Textile Design

2

0

2

BTSF 303

Printing Technology

1

4

3

BTSF 305

Knitting Technology

1

4

3

BTSF 307

Sof Furniture and Upholstery 

1

4

3

BTSF 309

Critical Thinking

2

2

3

BTSF 311

Creative Art Research Methods  

2

0

2

BFST 313

Digital and Information Technology 

2

0

2

BTSF 315

Seminar in Textiles and Soft Furnishing

1

4

3

Total Credit Hours

12

18

21

   

 

Year Three Semester Two

Industrial Attachment 

CODE

COURSES

CREDIT HOURS

T

P

C

BTIA 302 

Textiles and Soft Furnishing Project

0

12

12

BTIA 304 

Industrial Activity Report 

4

0

4

Total Credit Hours

4

12

16

 

Year Four, Semester One 

CODE

COURSES

CREDIT HOURS

T

P

C

BTSF 401       

Quality Standards in Textiles

2

0

2

BTSF 403       

Textiles Merchandising

2

0

2

BTSF 405 

Textile Material Testing

1

4

3

BTSF 407   

Interior Decoration

1

2

2

BTSF 409

Product Development &Textiles finishing

2

2

4

BTSF 411       

Thesis/Project

2

0

2

Total Credit Hours

10

8

15

Year Four, Semester Two 

CODE

COURSES

CREDIT HOURS

T

P

C

BTSF 400

Textile & Soft Furnishes Collection             

1

6

4

BTSF 402

Branding and Packaging 

2

2

3

BTSF 404

Portfolio Presentation

1

4

3

BTSF 406

Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management   

2

0

2

BTSF 408

Final Thesis/Project

3

0

3

 

 

 

 

 

Total Credit Hours

9

12

15

 

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About KsTU

Kumasi Technical University was established in 1954 as Kumasi Technical Institute (K. T. I. ) to offer craft courses. In 1963, the Institute was converted to a non-tertiary Polytechnic status under the Ghana Education Service to start offering, in addition, technician diploma and sub- professional courses.

Contact info

Location: Kumasi - Ashanti Region, Ghana, W/A

Postal Address: P. O. Box 854, Kumasi 

Email: info@kstu.edu.gh 

Tel: Admissions: +233(0)322 496 534, +233(0)322 496 380