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PhD Polymer, Fiber, and Textile Sciences at University of Georgia

University of Georgia, United States

Programme overview

Within the Polymer, Fiber, and Textile Sciences Ph.D., there are two options offered which allow students to do cutting edge research: the Polymer, Fiber, and Textile Sciences program or the International Merchandising program.

Faculty: College of Family and Consumer Sciences  |  Duration: 60 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Athens, GA, United States

What you will study

60 credit hours total. Required courses include TXMI 4520/6520 Apparel and Textile Economics; TXMI 8050 Textiles, Merchandising and Interiors Research Methods; TXMI 8240 Advanced Topics in Retailing; TXMI 8260 Advanced Topics in Consumer Behavior; TXMI 8270 Merchandising Theories and Methodologies.

Career pathways

Recent graduates from the Ph.D. program hold a variety of positions in industry, academia, and museums at institutions around the world.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Apply to the UGA Graduate School and include the following: Evaluation of transcripts – GPA of at least 3.0 Three letters of recommendation Applicant's statement of goals including research interests Resume (summary of educational background and relevant experiences) GRE scores are not required for admissions in TMI graduate programs due to the program's holistic standards of admissions A master's degree is required to apply for a Ph.D. International students - official TOEFL or IELTS scores. Note: As of July 1, 2023, the Duolingo English Test will no longer be accepted as a test of English proficiency in graduate admissions

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: 60 credit hours

Apply through the official page: https://grad.uga.edu/

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