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Full time | University of Warwick | 1 year | 30-SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

30-SEP-24

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Polymer Science

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Warwick's Polymer Science Msc covers core concepts of polymer synthesis with focus on their physical/material properties and industry translation through dedicated business modules. This MSc is ideal for those looking for a career in polymers and materials processing.

Course Overview

The MSc in Polymer Science is designed to not only introduce you into polymer synthesis and characterisation but also demonstrate that macro-scale properties span into the nano- and meso- scale. On this MSc course you will have flexibility to choose from elective modules including business related modules from the Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG). These modules will improve your knowledge in business whilst becoming an expert in polymer science. The course is ideal if you are looking for a career not only in a manufacturing company working in the area of plastics advanced functional materials nano-materials but also a PhD level study in this growing and exciting area of science.

Assessment

Examined component (%): Taught modules are generally 75%.

Assessed by coursework component (%): Taught modules are generally 25%; research projects are assessed by a variety of assessment methods.

Careers

Our graduates have gone on to work for organisations in: academia; pharmaceuticals; chemical and material industry; science consultancy; banking and finance.

Our department has a dedicated professionally qualified Senior Careers Consultant offering impartial advice and guidance together with workshops and events throughout the year. Previous examples of workshops and events include:

  • Careers in Science
  • Career Options with Chemistry
  • Warwick careers fairs throughout the year
  • MSc lunchtime careers presentations
  • PhD Transferable Skills careers decision making session
  • Finding experience to boost your CV for Chemistry students
  • SME Careers Events – e.g. British Coatings Federation Careers Evening
  • Career Options with Chemistry Presentation and Networking Evening

Modules

The ability to characterise polymers/composites and link this to their observable properties is crucial, and this module will cover many advanced aspects of this; in particular, diffraction and scattering techniques and how polymer physical properties affect their processibility. Students will be given the chance to obtain real data in the laboratories and link this to the lecture material.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£11,600

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£33,340

Entry requirements

Minimum requirements 2:ii undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry Materials Science or a related subject.