Master of Science / PhD in Polymer Science and Engineering

Program Overview

The Master's/PhD program in Polymer Science and Engineering at UMass Amherst provides a comprehensive exploration of polymer synthesis, engineering, and physics. Through cross-disciplinary collaboration with other departments and partnerships with external institutions, students engage in cutting-edge polymer research and develop skills in interdisciplinary problem-solving. This program fosters the development of highly qualified professionals equipped to address the growing challenges in polymer science and engineering.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Science / PhD in Polymer Science and Engineering program at UMass Amherst offers a comprehensive study of the evolving polymer field, encompassing synthesis, engineering, and physics. Students engage in cross-disciplinary research with departments such as physics, chemistry, biology, and chemical engineering. The program also fosters extensive collaboration with faculty in research programs at other universities and national laboratories.

Other:

• The program emphasizes the study of all aspects of the evolving polymer field.
• Students participate in cross-disciplinary research with various departments.
• The program involves extensive collaboration with faculty in research programs at other universities and national laboratories.