MPhil/PhD in Fashion

Manchester Metropolitan University

Within a PhD or other postgraduate research degree programme in the areas of fashion and clothing you will:Work with experts in the field. In the most recent national evaluation of research, two-thirds of our research was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent (REF2014).Join a well-established and thriving research community. We have developed an outstanding academic team and built a network of professional connections that allow us to consult and collaborate with some of the industry’s biggest brands and leading innovators.Choose from our flexible study pathways. We offer theory- and practice-based research programmes which can be pursued full- or part-time. We offer campus-based and distance-learning opportunities.Use our outstanding facilities and equipment. Our dedicated fashion workshops offer an extensive array of industry-standard clothing facilities: virtual design software construction and finishing equipment that includes ultrasonic welding, bonding, and laser cutting/etching 3D whole body scanning as well as a textile testing laboratory.Undertake tailored personal and professional development training. The Postgraduate Arts and Humanities Centre provides a comprehensive development programme for research students.Benefit from our close links with the fashion and creative industries. We have a programme of inspiring guest lecturers who bring invaluable perspectives from every aspect of the fashion world.