Program Overview

Master's Degree in Textile Design and Technology

The Master's Degree in Textile Design and Technology is a program offered by the School of Industrial, Aerospace and Audiovisual Engineering of Terrassa (ESEIAAT). This program equips graduates with the knowledge and skills needed to manage textile production in a globalized context.

Professional Opportunities

Graduates of this program may pursue careers in traditional productive sectors, such as fibre production, spinning, weaving, garment manufacturing, finishing, dyeing, and distribution. They will also be equipped to lead and manage research, development, and innovation teams engaged in developing technical textile products for various industries, including apparel, home use, aeronautics, sports, and construction.

Competencies

The program establishes both generic and specific competencies for its graduates.

Generic Competencies

• Capacity for innovation and entrepreneurship
• Sustainability and social commitment
• Knowledge of a foreign language (preferably English)
• Teamwork and proper use of information resources

Specific Competencies

• To identify the properties of fibres and technical yarns and apply manufacturing technologies to these materials.
• To analyse and apply weaving technologies in the development of advanced fabrics.
• To manage and optimise advanced dyeing and printing processes.
• To manage and optimise the application of advanced textile finishing processes.
• To identify and apply environmental and sustainability technologies in the field of textile design and technology.
• To make appropriate use of analytical techniques to conduct research and development activities related to textile processes.
• To carry out and present and defend before an examination committee an original, individual piece of work consisting of an engineering study or project in the field of textile design and technology, of a professional or research nature, that synthesises the competencies acquired on the master's degree.

Program Details

Admission Criteria

Admission criteria for the Master's Degree in Textile Design and Technology are established by the university.

Curriculum

The curriculum of the program is designed to provide a comprehensive education in textile design and technology, covering topics such as fibre production, textile manufacturing, and advanced textile processes.

Teaching Staff

The program is taught by a team of experienced professionals and academics in the field of textile design and technology.

Research Areas

The program focuses on research and development in textile design and technology, including the development of technical textile products for various industries.