Lesley Robertson

Lesley Robertson is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Fashion, School of Arts and Creative Industries at the University of East London. With expertise in textile innovation and sustainability, she shapes curriculum development and industry-focused education in fashion textiles design.

Education:

• MA in Textile Futures, Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design (2012)

Research Focus: Robertson pioneers sustainable materials development through experimental print and surface applications. Her work in Textile Futures integrates eco-conscious methodologies with traditional craftsmanship, addressing critical challenges in circular fashion systems and resource-efficient production.

Research Output: Her scholarly contributions demonstrate evolving expertise from material innovation (2014 conference paper) toward educational research on attainment gaps. Current projects reflect dual commitment to advancing sustainable industry practices and transformative pedagogy in creative disciplines.

Professional Engagement: Robertson teaches core modules including Fashion Process, Business of Fashion, and Theoretical Identity across BA programs. Her external examiner role at Cleveland School of Art & Design (2015-2018) underscores sector-wide influence in textiles education standards.

Awards and Grants: No scientific awards or research grants were explicitly documented in the source material.