- Copenhagen, Denmark
*being updated for 2026* Welcome to the sustainable fashion capital of the world! This course provides an introductory overview of sustainability within the fashion industry, addressing topics from slow and fast fashion, innovative materials, new design processes, and textile developments. Students will live in Copenhagen, Denmark as they investigate sustainability from multiple perspectives immersing themselves into the Scandinavian culture. The schedule will include visits to designer showrooms, participation in hands on workshops, and discussions with industry and academic experts. This course is open to all students across campus to create an interdisciplinary and collaborative environment inclusive of all backgrounds and degrees of study.
Sponsored by College of Natural Sciences
Course(s)
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TXA 365
- Sustainable Fashion in Denmark
and
NSC 119 - International Learning Seminar
Academic Information
Students will enroll in a 3-credit hour course, TXA 365, where they will learn about sustainable fashion in Denmark and beyond with hands-on, experiential learning opportunities. In the spring semester, all students enroll in NSC 119 to prepare.
Faculty
Dr Jessica Ciarla is an Associate Professor in the Division of Textiles and Apparel and a fashion designer and entrepreneur who has worked in the private sector. She enjoys mentoring students from diverse disciplines and continues to develop partnerships for collaborative learning experiences.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Minimum 2.5 GPA
- Must maintain good academic standing
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Housing
Housing information provided in spring, but would be either single rooms or double rooms in a dormitory with other UT Austin students.
Open To
Students from all colleges and schools
Program Cost
Program fee is $4900. Scholarship applications are due by November 1, 2025.
Dates:
- Program: May 11, 2026 to May 31, 2026
- Instructional: May 11, 2026 to May 29, 2026
- Final Deadline: November 1, 2025
Application Code
355148
Program Coordinator
Annabelle Young
Additional Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Fin Responsibility Policy
Video
Next Step
1) Attend an info session: 10/24 at 10:30 am on Zoom:https://utexas.zoom.us/j/81437605043 . 2) View the Ready to Apply video. 3) Self-authorize your application via the Get Started link below and apply! PC: Annabelle Young. Find advising videos, Q&A events at https://global.utexas.edu/abroad/apply/advising