Recently, Hong Kong Polytechnic University has launched China’s first Master of Science in Intelligent Wearable Technology（Master of Science in Intelligent Wearable Technology）, applying cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology to the apparel industry and leading the development of the wearable technology sector. Below, we’ll take a closer look at the program’s curriculum, application requirements, and career directions. For more questions, you can also scan the QR code below for one-on-one consultation.
1. Program Overview
PolyU’s Master of Science in Intelligent Wearable Technology is offered under the School of Fashion and Textiles. The program lasts 18 months, and applications are now open. The first cohort will start in September 2024, with tuition fees around HK$230,000.
As China’s first postgraduate degree in wearable technology, the curriculum covers areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), metaverse, smart fashion and textiles, and advanced materials. Research projects are supervised by renowned professors, including those ranked among the world’s top 2% scientists by Stanford University.
Official Website Link: https://www.polyu.edu.hk/sft/admissions/taught-postgraduate-programmes/msc-pgd-in-intelligent-wearable-technology/
2. Curriculum
Required Courses
Advanced Fiber Materials
Artificial Intelligence and Human-Computer Interaction in Wearable Systems
Design Creativity in Wearable Technology
Flexible Electronics for Wearable Technology
Introduction to Intelligent Wearable Systems
Research Methods
Research Project
Smart Fashion and Textiles
Elective Courses
Apparel Performance Evaluation
Concepts in Artificial Intelligence
Apparel and Textile Materials and Processes
Fashion Technology
Green Branding and Marketing for Lifestyle Products
Green Innovations in Fashion and Textiles
Human-Computer Interaction
Internet of Things – Tools and Applications
Metaverse Applications: Design and Case Studies
Fundamentals of Metaverse
Except the research project which is 9 credits, all other courses are 3 credits each.
3. Application Requirements
Applicants with backgrounds in fashion and textiles, materials science and engineering, artificial intelligence, electronics, computer science, chemical engineering, communication engineering, physics, design, business, or other related disciplines are accepted.
IELTS overall score of 6.0 or TOEFL score of 80.
4. Career Directions
Career directions for this program are mainly in high-tech companies and startups focusing on smart wearable devices, including:
Wearable Technology Designer
R&D Engineer/Manager in Textile and Apparel Industry
R&D Engineer/Manager in High-tech/IT Companies
User Experience Designer
Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality Developer
Artificial Intelligence Specialist
Data Analyst
Health Informatics Specialist
Materials Scientist
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