This course has an extended research option: MSc Advanced Control and Systems Engineering with Extended Research
This course is jointly run with the Department of Computer Science and the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace and Civil Engineering
The MSc in Textile Technology (Technical Textiles) equips you with advanced knowledge and expertise in modern textiles, preparing you for a career in the textile industry, related sectors, or academia.
With a strong focus on technical textiles, this course provides an in-depth understanding of the processes involved in converting fibrous materials into high-performance textile materials and products.
The course combines taught units delivered through lectures, group projects and practical laboratory work with a research dissertation, allowing you to apply your knowledge to real-world challenges. You will gain the skills to identify and analyse appropriate materials and production methods for specific end products, as well as develop expertise in evaluating and digitizing textile material and product quality, functionality, circularity and environment footprints.
Key areas of focus include understanding the full lifecycle of textiles from raw materials, production to finished products, and the ability to conduct independent research and solve complex problems. You will also build essential project management skills, preparing you for leadership roles in industry or research.
Whether pursuing a managerial, research, or academic career, graduates leave with the expertise to drive innovation and excellence in this dynamic field.
Course duration 12 months (full-time)
Accreditation This course is accredited
Total study time Approximately 40 hours per week
Teaching time Approximately 12 hours per week (inc. pre-recorded and live lectures, and practical exercises)
What career pathways are available to me?
Many of our graduates go on to undertake PhDs with world-leading research groups at top universities. Others have ventured into the industry, working as textile engineers or project managers, applying their expertise to solve real-world challenges.
No matter the path you choose, this course prepares you for a successful and rewarding career.
What roles have graduates secured?
The MSc course in Textile Technology 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 courses within the Department.
Our recent graduates have gone to work for companies including:
- The University of Manchester
- Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quilty Org. (SASO)
- Vaibhav Laxmi Group
- Arvind Dyeing and Bleaching Mills
- Spin And Dry Corp
- and many more!
and have gone into roles such as:
- Technical Officer
- Director of Textile Department
- Colour and Tred Design Apprentice
- Chemical Engineer
- Sales consultant
- and many more!
From concept to creation – here’s what projects our students have brought to life:
🔎 Effects of Wicking of Graphene Oxide Dispersion on Electric Conductivity of yarns
Focus on study how the size and morphology of graphene oxide effect on the dispersion and surface functionalization of yarns in relation to electric conductivity.
🔎 Development of multifunctional graphene/nylon nanocomposite fibres for wearable electronics Focused on the synthesis of electrically conductive, thermally stable, strong and flexible nylon-based nanocomposite fibres by melt-spinning, using nanomaterials such as graphene and carbon nanotubes as nanofillers.
🔎 Effect of graphene as an additive on carbon fibre reinforced composites Focused on evaluating the potential of incorporation of graphene as an additive to CFRPs to improve the electrical and/or mechanical properties of the CFRPs.
🔎 Influence of Fabric Properties on Clothing Thermal Comfort under Different Environmental Temperatures Investigate how fabric heat and moisture transfer properties influence the thermal comfort performance of clothing under different ambient temperatures by using advanced testing instruments and computational models.
🔎 Digitalize fabric hand and skin comfort properties for denim garments Studies how to digitize fabric hand and skin comfort properties for creating digital product passports and traceability of constituting materials from fibres and yarns.
🔎 Evaluation of the mechanical and thermal properties of glass Fibre-Reinforced Composites Modified with graphene nanoplatelets Explores how the incorporation graphene nanoplatelets to these composites can improve their improving mechanical properties and thermal conductivity through an enhancement of the interfacial bonding between fibres and polymer matrix.
🔎 Natural fibres as reinforcing fillers in Polylactic acid (PLA) composites Investigates how the mechanical and thermal properties of a PLA matrix can be improved and how the processing of such polymer is influenced with the addition of natural fibres into it.
🔎 From textile waste to yarn: mechanical fibre recovery for cotton-PET blended textiles Aims to establish a predictive model for fibre damage during mechanical opening processes and quantify the effect of loosening parameters on the damage rate of cotton and polyester fibres.
Professor Yi Li (Henry) Professor and Chair Textile Science and Engineering
Academic's voice
Delivered through a combination of lectures and hands-on laboratory work, the MSc in Polymer Materials Science and Engineering offers a multidisciplinary exploration of a wide range of polymers used in fields such as biomedicine, composites, nanotechnology and electronics, providing a comprehensive understanding of their chemistry, properties, processing, characterisation, and applications, with the students having the opportunity to work with world-leading research groups and state-of-the-art facilities. By combining theoretical knowledge with practical expertise, graduates are well-prepared to drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions in this vital and ever-evolving field.
Alumni's voice
Looking back at my time on the MSc Textile Technology (Technical Textiles) course at the University of Manchester during 2018/2019, it was a transformative experience. The program deeply explored cutting-edge textile science, covering advanced polymer science, fibre mechanics, and smart textiles for fields like medicine and aerospace. The lecturers were passionate experts, sharing valuable industry insights. The university's facilities were exceptional, with state-of-the-art labs for hands-on research and prototyping. My dissertation project, focusing on a novel composite material for protective wear, was particularly rewarding. Beyond academics, Manchester offered a fantastic environment, fostering a global student community. The skills and knowledge I gained have been invaluable in my career, providing a strong foundation in technical textiles.
Anya Sharma MSc Textile Technology (Technical Textiles) Graduate, Class of 2019
The University of Manchester Oxford Rd Manchester M13 9PL UK