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Doctor of Philosophy in Apparel Design and Production
Description:
The Doctor of Philosophy in Apparel Design and Production program was established in accordance with the decision of the University Council to approve the program (Doctor of Philosophy in Apparel Design and Production) and approve the study plan at the fifth session held on 30/4/1437 H. The program is characterized by the inclusion of its courses in all disciplines that serve apparel design and production, and focus on developing the creative skills of female graduates in the field of apparel design and production. The program has taken 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 face the challenges of global competition. The program focuses in its courses on making students the focus of the research process by conducting scientific discussion seminars "Seminar". The program helps to encourage scientific research in the field of design and apparel production, qualify national academic cadres in the field of design and apparel production, fill the deficit in this specialization for national cadres, whether in the field of teaching or in civil society institutions, support the requirements of development and the needs of the labor market, and the lack of a similar program in Saudi universities.
Eligible Applicants
female students
Method of study
Courses and Thesis
Degree
Ph.D.
School level
Postgraduate studies
Place of study (Male Students)
None
Place of study (female students)
College Headquarters (Al-Malidah) (Female Section)
Required specialization
Master of Apparel Design and Production or equivalent
Admission from outside the major
Admission from outside the specialty is not possible
Years of study
Three years - 6 semesters
Study period
None
Number of Credit Hours
42
Credits required for graduation
42
STEP test
None
Other conditions
None
Tuition fees
60,000
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 quality education and excellence by preparing academic competencies - scientific and research - in the field of apparel design and production.
- Strengthening research identity and developing applied research based on creativity and innovation to meet the requirements of sustainable development.
- Encourage modern scientific innovations; to support the knowledge economy in the field of apparel design and production.
- 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 clothing design and production; to meet the requirements of the labor market.
- Developing the educational environment according to modern technological methods.
Learning outcomes :
Knowledge and understanding:
Recall the basic knowledge, concepts and theories in the field of apparel design and production.
Identifies recent developments and trends in apparel design and production.
Demonstrates and develops the knowledge acquired to produce scientific research that contributes effectively to the field of apparel design and production.
Explain the factors that influence the quality of design, production, and marketing of apparel.
Skills:
Proficient in effective communication to disseminate research findings and technical reports for the field of apparel design and production and present them to an engaged audience.
Analyze and categorize different knowledge, methods, and theories to solve issues related to the field of apparel design and production.
Linking quantitative and qualitative scientific research methods and approaches to the field of apparel design and production.
Innovate design, production and marketing methods and techniques in line with modern technology.
Proficient in the use of modern machinery, devices and specialized machines in the field of garment design and production.
Proficient in using modern digital programs and applications to find innovative solutions in the field of apparel design and production.
Values, autonomy and responsibility
She collaborates with her teammates to solve research and technical issues in the field of apparel design and production.
Responsible for making appropriate decisions given the resources and materials available in apparel design and production.
Utilize the Internet and digital libraries to research recent developments in the field of apparel design and production while adhering to academic integrity in citation and documentation.
They take 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 apparel design and production in an environment that stimulates creativity according to modern technological methods.
Tracks :
N/A
Career opportunities:
- Fashion designer.
- Designer of fashion outlets.
- Designer for fashion shows.
- Clothing accessory designer.
- Fashion consultant.
- Stylist.
- An expert in fashion management and marketing.
- Responsible for production samples.
- Responsible for the marker.
- Modeler.
- CNC Cut Planning Administrator.
- Apparel Production Manager.
- Quality control officer in garment factories.
- Teaching at peer colleges.
- Fashion project manager.
The date and place of the differentiation test in the application summary after completing the application