Textile Coloration Science and Technology Level 6 leading to ASDC
Textile Coloration Science and Technology – leading to Associateship of the Society of Dyers and Colourists (ASDC) is the only professional qualification for colourists worldwide. Textile Coloration Science and Technology has been independently benchmarked by Ecctis/UK ENIC and has been found to be comparable to FHEQ Level 6 (Framework for Higher Education Qualifications). This course, over 3 years, will reveal the fundamental processes of the coloration of textiles. Ultimately gaining this qualification allows the student to apply to be a Chartered Colourist (CCol).
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Click here to view the ECCTIS Qualification Benchmarking Executive Summary document.
The TCST leading to ASDC 2026 Prospectus for details of the benefits available to students and employers and the costs involved for those wishing to take part in this course.
Click here to view the Learner Attributes. These represent the key competencies that students would be expected to develop during their time studying with the SDC whilst also carrying out their duties as an employee within the textile coloration industry.
For employers: a method to educate and create the future experts of the coloration industry to ensure that your business and the industry is in safe hands.
For students: a virtual learning platform providing the opportunity to develop specific knowledge and skills. You will have access to the network of members around the world and can build your own peer groups that will be vital in your future careers.
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Maurice Tordoff ASDC Bursary Fund
Over the next 2 years (2025-2026), the SDC is offering 3 discretionary bursaries per year that will cover 100% of the course fee. The Maurice Tordoff ASDC fund bursary will be potentially available to employees who meet the criteria as set out in the link below.
Check the Maurice Tordoff ASDC fund criteria guide Here
If you feel that you may qualify to receive the Maurice Tordoff bursary, please complete the relevant sections in the main ASDC application form in the “Apply Here” section at the bottom of this page.
Application deadline, if applying for the ASDC with the Maurice Tordoff bursary fund is 31 May of the intended start year.
Application deadline for the 2026 payable course is: 18 September 2026.
Bursaries for self-funding students
For self-funding students bursaries up to £500 per course are available. If you are self-funding, please follow this link to the ASDC Bursary Application Form
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The SDC is committed to supporting the coloration industry especially in these challenging times. We feel that now is the time to plan for the future and want to work with you on your future training needs.