This course explores the potential for material innovation and expressions through materiality, practical experiments and iterative ideation. You will explore emerging material trends, hybrid craft techniques and processes. You will practice techniques that are widely employed in industry for materials characterisation and applications. You will explore techniques and processes such as chemical treatments, dyeing and finishing, coating, binding, thermoplastics and heat, amalgamate, fuse and pleat for the development of new material experiences.

You will also examine how to ensure an ethical and responsible approach to material innovation.