Textiles and Apparel (BSTA) | The University of Texas at Austin

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

SpeakingCritical ThinkingActive ListeningActive LearningSocial PerceptivenessCoordinationJudgment and Decision MakingTime Management

Knowledge

DesignComputers and ElectronicsProduction and ProcessingSales and MarketingEnglish Language

Abilities

OriginalityWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionFluency of IdeasOral ComprehensionVisualizationNear VisionVisual Color DiscriminationSpeech RecognitionWritten Expression

Tasks

Sketch rough and detailed drawings of apparel or accessories, and write specifications such as color
Examine sample garments on and off models, modifying designs to achieve desired effects.
Confer with sales and management executives or with clients to discuss design ideas.

Technology

Document management softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareDesktop publishing softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareAccounting software

Tools

Computer data input scannersComputer drawing tabletsComputer laser printersDesktop computersDrafting curvesDrawing scalesDress formsFabric pressing equipmentFabric shearsFabric steamersGarment templatesIndustrial fabric cutting machinesIndustrial sewing machinesLaptop computersLayout T-squares

Work Values

AchievementWorking ConditionsIndependenceRecognitionRelationshipsSupport

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium27-1022.00	Fashion Designers	title_inference	—	—	—

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

No program pathways.

What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: proficient (Level 3)(based on Bachelor's Degree)

Full seasonal collection sketches and detailed technical specifications — develop autonomously from concept through production-ready documentation.
Complex fitting challenges on diverse models — diagnose and resolve independently by modifying pattern construction and design elements.
Material sourcing strategy across fabric mills and suppliers — evaluate and execute based on quality, lead time, cost, and sustainability criteria.
Cross-functional design reviews with sales, marketing, and executive leadership — lead discussions, synthesize feedback, and drive design decisions.
Fashion show and sales meeting sample presentations — organize and oversee end-to-end, coordinating logistics across styling, production, and retail teams.
Pattern-cutting, sample-room, and production staff — direct and coordinate daily, ensuring quality and schedule adherence on multiple concurrent projects.
Target market segmentation analyses — conduct thoroughly, identifying demographic and psychographic insights to position collections competitively.
Non-routine design problems such as last-minute material substitutions or fit failures — resolve through creative and technical problem-solving under timeline pressure.
CAD and integrated product lifecycle management tools — apply at an advanced level to streamline technical package creation and cross-team communication.
Client negotiation and persuasion — conduct skillfully to align creative vision with commercial requirements across brand and wholesale relationships.

Program Details

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

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Scholarships

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