Master of Science in Textiles, Fashion Merchandising and Design - Historic Fashion and Textiles, Textile Conservation and Cultural Analysis

A degree in Textiles, Fashion Merchandising and Design covers the entire supply chain, preparing you for the wide range of careers the industry offers.Choose from three specializations that offer advanced study in areas ranging from color science and quality control, to history and conservation, to retailing and consumer behavior. The department offers a Master of Science degree with thesis (30 credits) and non-thesis (33 credits) options.

In this specialization you will develop curatorial, conservation, and research skills under the guidance of nationally known experts. Internships in museums, historical societies, and textile conservation labs are integral to this specialization. The department's Historic Textile and Costume Collection of some 20,000 items, one of the best university collections in the country, is an outstanding resource for students. URI's Library also houses a Commercial Pattern Archive of more than 40,000 paper patterns.

Specializations
Textile Science
Historic Costume and Textiles, Textile Conservation, and Cultural Analysis
Fashion Merchandising

Classes Offered
Kingston Campus
Days and Evenings

Time to Completion
Full-time: 2 years
Part-time: 3 years

Entry Term
Fall/Spring