Overview
M.Sc. Fashion Technology (Master of Science in Fashion Technology) is a 2-year postgraduate programme in design and the arts (fashion technology). It covers textile science, garment manufacturing and production technology, apparel quality and costing, pattern engineering, CAD and merchandising.
Course Details
- Level: Postgraduate (PG)
- Duration: 2 years
M.Sc. Fashion Technology is listed as a 2-year programme. Confirm the structure with the institute.
Eligibility
A bachelor's degree from a recognised university or institute (a degree in design, fine arts or a related field is preferred for most masters), with the minimum marks set by the institute and a valid entrance score, portfolio or studio test where required.
Admission
Admission is through the NIFT entrance, institute tests, CUET (UG) at some universities, or merit. Check each institute's notice.
Registration & Recognition
There is no licence needed to work as a designer, artist or performer in India. Employers look at your portfolio, skills and tool knowledge, and some institutes (for example NID and NIFT) are national institutes with their own admission systems. School teaching posts in art or music need the relevant teaching qualification and, where required, a TET.
What You Will Learn
The programme covers textile science, garment manufacturing and production technology, apparel quality and costing, pattern engineering, CAD and merchandising.
Where You Can Work
Typical settings include design studios and agencies, brands and manufacturers, media and entertainment companies, technology and gaming firms, galleries, museums and cultural organisations, schools and institutes, theatre and music organisations, and independent freelance practice.
Career Options
Graduates can work as apparel production or quality manager, merchandiser, fashion technologist, pattern engineer, entrepreneur. Roles, pay and requirements vary by employer, city and experience.
After This Course
You can move on to a PhD, teaching and research roles, senior creative roles, or your own practice.