Polymer Science and Engineering

Our Polymer Science and Engineering programme has gained an international reputation as one of the most comprehensive and in-depth programmes specialising in this subject area. Taught by a team of international experts, this programme will give you a rich understanding of the chemistry, properties, processing, characterisation and application of polymers.

Focusing on the underlying structures and properties of polymers, related to their utilisation in traditional and emerging industrial applications, this multidisciplinary programme covers the latest science and technology of polymer materials, including aspects of nanotechnology and biomaterials.

You’ll be exposed to the cutting edge of polymer science, preparing you for an exciting career in industry or research. By bridging the gap between the physical sciences, you will gain an understanding of the atomic and molecular structures of polymers to help understand their behaviour.