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Sweden · PhD · Reviewed 2026-10-15

PhD in Textile Materials Technology & Smart Functional Wearables

Doctoral research at the prestigious Swedish School of Textiles, engineering sensor-integrated conductive textiles, thermoelectric fabrics, and waterless digital textile dyeing.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites
Master's degree in Textile Engineering, Materials Science, or Polymer Chemistry
English language proficiency
IELTS 6.5
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
Not required
Thesis / Research statement
Demonstrated background in conductive yarns, smart coatings, or electrospinning
Recommendation letters
Two academic recommendation letters

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

Financial support / stipend
Salaried position: SEK 32,500/month with annual increments + laboratory budget
Application fee
SEK 0
Tuition / joining costs
SEK 0

Dates and verification

Application deadline
December 15, 2026
Last source review
2026-10-15

Important verification note

Facts reflect official University of Borås documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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