Master of Science - Textile Design, Technology and Innovation

Program Description

This course focuses on fusing design with technical understanding in the development of high performance and innovative textiles across various sectors. The MSc is designed for students who want to develop technical, practical and creative skills and work on projects in areas of their own interest

Reasons to study Textile Design, Technology and Innovation MSc at DMU:

• Flexible learning environment by selecting specific areas of personal interest within core modules and in addition selecting specific elective modules in line with your personal career aspirations
• Supportive career progression with modules allowing for flexibility alongside the final major project letting your personal interests be developed
• Multinational community within the School of Design’s community which creates a supportive learning environment for textile students from around the world
• Design and technical skills are learnt as required by tomorrow’s entrepreneurs and textile industry professionals
• Links with industry and learn from an expert teaching team, who are all active in their own field and who maintain links with the commercial sector ensuring they teach real-world, relevant skills
• Industry placement opportunity you can choose to undertake a year-long work placement, gaining valuable experience to enhance your practical and professional skills further
• Commercial visits to textile technology experts  together with guest lectures complement the course
• Top-class facilities with access to a range of technical laboratories and workshops alongside a host of specialist equipment

The Textile Design, Technology and Innovation MSc aims to cater for students from both design and technical backgrounds. The course supports individual career aspirations to enter specific areas of the textile industry and associated sectors where innovation is a key driving force. With a host of specialist teaching and research facilities, the course allows students to develop their technical, practical and creative skills within a comfortable well- equipped learning environment. Dedicated staff will provide expert knowledge across a number of areas including garment and product technology, intimate apparel, textile technology and innovation, material chemistry, fabric construction, and sustainable and ethical practices. This will allow you to focus on particular areas of personal interest in line with career aspirations. 

Working closely with the industry there will be ample opportunities to visit and communicate with a range of textile related businesses including those who focus on textile product research and development, innovative material development, sustainable design, and quality assurance and legislation.