MLitt Art History - Dress and Textile Histories in Glasgow United Kingdom | University of Glasgow

This Master's program equips you with the expertise to analyze and contextualize everyday garments, fashion, and textiles within historical frameworks. The curriculum blends theoretical and hands-on methodologies through both structured courses and independent research components, illustrating how historical attire and fabrics can be examined as standalone subjects or as windows into bygone eras. Strong partnerships with regional and national institutions like Glasgow Museums and National Museums Scotland grant students exceptional access to the conservation, interpretation, and management of historical textile collections.
The program connects you with in-house specialists and guest professionals from curation, costume design, manufacturing, and heritage fields, showcasing practical applications of textile and fashion history studies. Glasgow serves as an exceptional location for dress and textile studies, boasting a rich local textile legacy and direct access to national collections. Students interact with significant holdings including the University of Glasgow's Scottish Business Archives, Glasgow Museums, and National Museums Scotland. Core and elective courses provide hands-on archival research opportunities across various historical periods, while the optional placement component allows for professional development within heritage organizations.