Alternative Materials and Processes for the Textile and Fashion Industry

The fashion and textile industries conduct some of the most polluting practices on the planet. Many initiatives are striving to positively impact the issues the industry faces, in line with climate targets and UN sustainable development goals. 

One approach is to look at natural ‘alternative’ resources in the development of textile and fashion products of the future. The projects in this field aim to explore these alternatives whilst considering potential impact of such developments on the current industry, consumer expectations and the environment. 

Successful candidates will join a diverse community of fashion and textile researchers and academics, accessing the variety of textile and fashion laboratories to develop materials and processes which will drive the industry forward to a sustainable future. 

Eligibility 

Applicants should have, or expect to achieve, at least a 2.1 honours degree or a master’s in a relevant science or engineering related discipline. 

Funding 

At Manchester we offer a range of scholarships, studentships and awards at university, faculty and department level, to support both UK and overseas postgraduate researchers. 

For more information, visit our funding page or search our funding database for specific scholarships, studentships and awards you may be eligible for.

Before you apply 

We strongly recommend that you contact the supervisor to discuss the application before you apply. The email address for Jane Wood is [Email Address Removed] 

How to apply 

You will need to submit an online application through our website here: https://uom.link/pgr-apply  

When you apply, you will be asked to upload the following supporting documents:  

• Final Transcript and certificates of all awarded university level qualifications 
• Interim Transcript of any university level qualifications in progress 
• CV 
• You will be asked to supply contact details for two referees on the application form (please make sure that the contact email you provide is an official university/ work email address as we may need to verify the reference) 
• English Language certificate (if applicable) 

Your application will not be processed without all of the required documents submitted at the time of application, and we cannot accept responsibility for late or missed deadlines. Incomplete applications will not be considered.  

If you have any questions about making an application, please contact our admissions team by emailing [Email Address Removed]. 

Equality, diversity and inclusion is fundamental to the success of The University of Manchester, and is at the heart of all of our activities. We know that diversity strengthens our research community, leading to enhanced research creativity, productivity and quality, and societal and economic impact.  

We actively encourage applicants from diverse career paths and backgrounds and from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation and transgender status. 

We also support applications from those returning from a career break or other roles. We consider offering flexible study arrangements (including part-time: 50%, 60% or 80%, depending on the project/funder).