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  4. Clothing Textiles and Material Culture Bachelor of Science in Human Ecology

Clothing Textiles and Material Culture Bachelor of Science in Human Ecology

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Alberta

Program Overview

Ever wonder where your clothes come from This program covers how textiles and clothing are designed, produced, distributed, and used, and examines issues such as sustainability and fair labour practices in the global fashion and textile industry. You ll develop an understanding of how textiles and clothing affect our comfort, sense of wellbeing, and how they ve been used throughout history.

Program Key Stats

$23812 (Annual cost)



51 %

Eligibility Criteria

3.5
35
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1200
6.5
86

Additional Information & Requirements

Official copy of high school certificate/diploma, transcripts of grades. English Language Proficiency: TOEFL iBT: 90 OR IELTS (Academic): 6.5 OR CAEL (paper) / CAEL CE (computer): 70 OR CanTEST: 4.5 OR CAE: 180 OR CPE: 180 OR MELAB: 85 OR PTE (Academic): 59. Spoken English Proficiency: TOEFL: 26 OR IELTS (Academic); 7.5 OR SPEAK Test: 50 OR Six full-time years of education in English in Canada or the equivalent in another country where English is the principal language (excluding ESL): If secondary education is the highest level completed or if combination of secondary and post-secondary education is used; Alberta Grade 12 (or equivalent).

Career Options

  • Child and Youth Program Coordinator
  • Community Developer
  • Conservator
  • Costume Designer
  • Curator
  • Family Support Worker
  • Fashion Designer
  • Fashion Journalist
  • Fashion Marketing or Buying
  • Interior Decorator
  • Marketing Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Policy Analyst
  • Professional Human Ecologist (P
  • HEc)
  • Public Relations Representative
  • Quality Control Manager
  • Retail Manager
  • Sustainable Interior Designer
  • Visual Merchandiser
  • Wardrobe Consultant

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