• Origin, historical background of traditional Indian designs and their characteristics
• Design development, seasons, elements, principle of design and their relationship in finished product
• Principles of designing – Balance, proportion, rhythm,  emphasis and harmony
• Design analysis- Structural and applied design, variation in fibre ,yarn and fabric construction , embroidery, dyeing ,printing and finishes

• Importance of world textiles in historical perspective: sources of information
• Archaeological discoveries
• Ancient literature, chronicles and archival records
• Museum ,art galleries, inventories of church and palaces
• Role of designer: Forecasting trends, theme interpretation, study of the theme and creation of leading textile designers
• Role of media in development of  textile and apparel designing

 Study in reference to world textiles:

·   Textile fibers- origin, processing and spread, linen and other bast fibers, wool and hair fibers, cotton and silk

·   Dyes and colorants

·   Other material – skin /hide

·   Metal fibers

·   Beads, mirrors, shells and coins.

Study in reference to world textiles:

• Design and ornamentation
• Use of accessories and decorative features and their application.
• Symbolism and significance of design incorporated
• Impact of nature and geographical location, mythology, religion, trade and invasion on textiles/designing

• Guidelines for reporting physical condition and methods of photo-documentation
• Physical handling practices and storage technique necessary for proper management of textile and costume collection.