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MSc Textile Technology (Technical Textiles)

MSc Textile Technology (Technical Textiles)

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Study mode

Full time

Duration

12 months

Start date

23-SEP-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Textile Design Technology Textile / Clothing Technology

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Course description

The Masters (MSc) course in Textile Technology (Technical Textiles) enables you to develop a high level of understanding of modern textiles, preparing you for a career in the textile or related industries as a manager or researcher, or for an academic career.

The complete MSc programme is made up of taught course units and a research dissertation. The taught course units are delivered through a combination of lectures and practical laboratory work.

Aims

  • To provide knowledge and understanding of the whole process of converting fibrous materials into textile end products;
  • To develop skills to identify and analyse the appropriate material and production route for a specific end product;
  • To develop expertise and skills to conduct quality evaluation of textile products.
  • To develop skills in problem solving, project management and independent research.

Teaching and learning

We use a range of teaching and learning methods, including tutorials, workshops, seminars, practical laboratory work and research projects.

Career opportunities

The Masters (MSc) course in Textile Technology (Technical Textiles) enables you to develop a high level of understanding of modern technical textiles, preparing you for a career in the textile or related industries as a manager or researcher, or for an academic career. You may also be able to advance to PhD programmes within the Department.

Accrediting organisations

Accredited by the Institute of Minerals, Materials and Mining (IOM 3 ) as meeting the Further Learning requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer.

Modules

The unit provides an overview of the design and realization of an experimental research project, the application of technical data analysis and visualization methods, and how these can be applied to solve engineering problems.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£14,000

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£33,500

Entry requirements

MSc qualification: You will need a UK lower-class (2.2) Honours degree in a Science, Engineering or Technology field, or equivalent international degree.