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Doctor of Philosophy in Apparel and Textile Design and Embroidery
Description:
The doctoral program was established in accordance with the decision of the University Council to approve the Doctor of Philosophy in Apparel and Textile Design and Embroidery program and the study plan at the fifth session held on 30/04/1437 AH. The program is characterized by the inclusion of its courses in all disciplines that serve the design and embroidery of clothing and textiles, focusing on developing the creative skills of female graduates in the field of clothing and textile design and embroidery, the program took upon itself the task of focusing on the latest modern intellectual trends when building its courses; so that students are fully aware of the new in the fields of specialization to meet the challenges of global competition, the program focuses in its courses on making studies the focus of the research process through scientific discussion seminars "Seminar". The program helps to encourage scientific research in the field of design and embroidery of clothing and textiles, the program qualifies national academic cadres in the field of design and embroidery of clothing and textiles, the program fills the deficit in this specialization for national cadres, whether in the field of teaching or in civil society institutions, the program supports development requirements and labor market needs, and finally, the most important thing that distinguishes this program is that there is no similar program in Saudi universities.
Method of study
Courses and Thesis
Degree
Ph.D.
School level
Postgraduate studies
Place of study (Male Students)
N/A
Place of study (female students)
Buraydah - Qassim Region - Headquarters - Female Campus
Required specialization
Master's degree in Fashion Design or equivalent
Admission from outside the major
Not Allowed
Years of study
Three years = 6 semesters
Study period
N/A
Number of Credit Hours
42
Credits required for graduation
42
Other conditions
Master's degree in Fashion Design or equivalent
Tuition fees
60000
Required GPA
of at least 5
3.75
of at least 4
2.75
of at least 100
80
Preference Mechanism for Admission
GPA
50
Undergraduate Aptitude Test
20
Differentiation test
30
Educational goals :
-Ensuring the quality of education and excellence by preparing academic competencies in the field of design and embroidery of clothing and textiles.
- Strengthening research identity and developing applied research based on creativity and innovation to meet the requirements of sustainable development.
- Encouraging modern scientific innovations to support the knowledge economy in the field of clothing and textile design and embroidery.
- Strengthening partnerships, advisory services and knowledge exchange at the local and regional level.
- Raising the efficiency and competitiveness of female students in the field of designing and embroidering clothes and textiles to meet the requirements of the labor market.
- Developing the educational environment according to modern technological methods.
Learning outcomes :
Knowledge and understanding:
1- Explains the basic knowledge, concepts, and theories in the field of clothing and textile design and embroidery.
2- Identify modern developments and trends in the field of clothing and textile design and embroidery.
3- Clarifies and develops the acquired knowledge in order to prepare a scientific research that contributes effectively to the field of clothing and textile design and embroidery.
4- Identify the factors affecting the quality of textiles and the design and embroidery of clothing and textiles.
Skills:
1- You master effective communication to disseminate the results of research and technical reports in the field of clothing and textile design and embroidery, while presenting them to the public in an interactive manner.
2) Analyze and categorize different knowledge, methods, and theories to solve issues in the field of clothing and textile design and embroidery.
3- Linking scientific research methods and quantitative and qualitative approaches to the field of clothing and textile design and embroidery.
4- Innovate design, textile, and marketing methods and techniques in accordance with modern technology.
5- Master the use of modern machines, devices and specialized machines in the field of designing and embroidering clothes and textiles.
6- She is proficient in using modern digital programs and applications to find innovative solutions in the field of clothing and textile design and embroidery.
Values, autonomy and responsibility:
1- The student cooperates with her colleagues in a team to solve research and technical issues in the field of clothing and textile design and embroidery.
2- Responsible for making appropriate decisions given the resources and materials available in the field of apparel and textile design and embroidery.
3- Utilizing the information network and digital libraries in researching modern developments in the field of clothing and textile design and embroidery, while adhering to academic integrity in citation and documentation.
4-Taking into account the ethics of specialization and professional ethics in presenting research ideas to solve societal issues.
Program message:
Preparing scientifically and researchally effective competencies that promote sustainable national development, capable of providing distinguished partnership and consulting services in the field of clothing and textile design and embroidery in an environment that stimulates creativity according to modern technological methods.
Tracks :
N/A
Career opportunities:
- Designer of traditional decorative clothing and textiles.
- Machine embroidery designer.
- Handmade textile designer.
- Textile designer using specialized software.
- Responsible for furniture design and production.
- Textile Management and Marketing Officer.
- Textile inspection and testing administrator.
- Responsible for quality control of embroidered products.
- Teaching at peer colleges.