Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Sustainable Fashion & Circular Textile Materials

Doctoral research conducted within the prestigious Manchester Fashion Institute evaluating closed-loop textile recycling, microbial cellulose fabrics, and sustainable supply chain governance.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: MA or MSc in Textile Design, Sustainable Fashion, or Materials Science with distinction
English language proficiency: 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in all bands)
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Comprehensive design portfolio and 2,000-word research proposal on circular garment lifecycle or bio-dyes
Recommendation letters: Two academic referee letters

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Manchester School of Art doctoral studentship (£19,237/year stipend + tuition)
Application fee: £0
Tuition / joining costs: Full fee coverage for funded studentships

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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