MSc Textile Technology (Technical Textiles)

The University of Manchester

United Kingdom, Manchester

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The University of Manchester

United Kingdom , Manchester

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJanuary-2026

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Duration 12 month(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 36,800 / year

Next Intake January-2026

MSc Textile Technology (Technical Textiles)

About

Learn in our brand-new Home of Engineering and Materials . A purpose-built space for innovation and creativity that is transforming the way our students study, research and shape the world.
Expand your knowledge and understanding of the whole process of converting fibrous materials into textile end products
We are ranked 4 ^th in the UK, and in the top 25 in the world, for Materials Science (QS World Rankings 2023).
Develop your ability to identify and analyse the appropriate material and production route for a specific end product
Gain expertise and skills to conduct quality evaluation of textile products
Accredited by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3).

This 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 MSc 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.

Disciplines

Master of Science

Requirements

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.

Full entry requirements

English Program Requirements

All applicants will need to demonstrate competency in English language. Applicants who do not already possess an acceptable English Language qualification will need to take a recognised test and attain the required English Language score:

IELTS: at least 6.5 overall with no sub-test below 6.0.
TOFEL iBT: at least 90 overall with no sub-test below 20. We do not accept 'MyBestScore'.
Pearson PTE: at least 70 overall with no sub-test below 65.

Further information on language requirements can be found on our website .

Pre-sessional English

We will consider applicants who do not meet these scores but you may be required to complete a pre-sessional English language course at the University of Manchester prior to the start of the course.

To be considered for a pre-sessional English language course for this programme we require the following minimum IELTS (Academic) scores:

6 Week Pre-Sessional Course: Minimum 6.0 overall with no sub-test below 5.5.
10 Week Pre-sessional Course: Minimum 5.5 overall with no sub-test below 5.5.

If you have not yet completed your current academic study and are interested in studying a pre-sessional course, you must hold an IELTS for UKVI (Academic) test certificate.

Career

Career opportunities

My MSc in Textile Technology equipped me to go on to not only attain a distinction, but to be awarded the top mark in my PhD in Polymer Engineering, at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia.

The solid training in my MSc at The University of Manchester provided a springboard to further scientific success and led me to be ranked in the global Top 2 % of scientists by Stanford University in December 2021, ranked 12th out of best 100 scholars at Unizik (2021). My Manchester experience was fantastic and led me to my current pathway of success.
Engr. Dr. Christopher Igwe Idumah / Lecturer, Department of Polymer and Textile Engineering, Nnamdi Aziki University

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.

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.
Centre Of Excellence For Composites, Atira
Rofa Kleidung
Chaopraya
Selfridges
H&M

In roles such as:

Technical Officer
Director of Textile Department
Colour and Tred Design Apprentice
Chemical Engineer
Sales consultant
Research Associate
Production and Merchandise Trainee

Accrediting organisations

This course is accredited by the Engineering Council and Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3).

Upon graduating with an a an accredited Bachelor’s (with Honours) in engineering/technology plus further learning of an accredited Master’s - such as this MSc course- students will have fulfilled the educational requirements for professional registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).