Ph.D. Programme – VIT Fashion Institute of Technology (VFIT)
The VIT Fashion Institute of Technology VIT offers a vibrant and rigorous Ph.D. programme designed to foster academic excellence, innovation, and research leadership in the field of fashion and textiles. With a focus on interdisciplinary learning and real-world impact, the programme provides scholars the opportunity to explore advanced research areas that address current and emerging challenges in the global fashion industry.
To nurture a research-oriented mindset, the school offers access to state-of-the-art laboratories, advanced CAD software, prototyping equipment, digital printing studios, textile testing facilities, and a dedicated research resource center. These facilities are on par with international standards and support scholars in conducting in-depth experimental,analytical, and creative work.
Ph.D. scholars are guided by highly qualified faculty members with specialized expertise in a wide spectrum of domains under fashion and textiles.
The research programme encourages scholars to contribute original insights and solutions to contemporary issues in fashion and textiles. Scholars may pursue interdisciplinary collaborations and participate in funded research projects, and conferences.
To date, the school has successfully produced a growing number of Doctoral graduates, with several scholars currently pursuing research in cutting-edge areas that reflect both industry relevance and social responsibility.
The Ph.D. Programme at VFIT not only strengthens subject-matter expertise but also empowers scholars to become academic leaders, innovators, and changemakers in the global fashion landscape.
