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Sarah Elwick is a Senior Lecturer in Professional Practice for Fashion and Textiles at the University of Brighton, within the School of Art and Media. She also serves as the Course Leader for Textiles, bridging academic teaching with industry practice to prepare students for professional careers in sustainable fashion.
Her academic background includes:
- MA in Menswear Knitwear from the Royal College of Art (2005)
- 1st Class Honours in Textile Design (specialising in Knitwear) from Winchester School of Art (2003)
Sarah's research focuses on circular and sustainable practices within the fashion industry, specifically investigating innovative methods for reusing, recycling, and repurposing textile waste. As a practicing textile designer and maker specializing in knitwear, she develops transparent manufacturing processes that address environmental challenges at global and local scales.
She integrates these research principles directly into her teaching, equipping students with practical tools to solve industry sustainability issues through creative problem-solving and modern production techniques.
Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on educational innovation, particularly in assessment methodologies. She explores digital tools and audio feedback systems to enhance learning experiences for large student cohorts, emphasizing efficiency and personalized engagement in creative disciplines.
Sarah actively mentors undergraduate students through placement preparation and professional development, working closely with the Fashion and Textiles Placement team. Her industry experience informs her commitment to developing confident creative professionals who can effectively promote their work in competitive markets.
She contributes to the Creative Ecologies Research Excellence Group and the Centre for Arts and Wellbeing, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration between art, sustainability, and community well-being initiatives at the University of Brighton.
