Overview

The MSc in Polymer Science at the University of Warwick is designed not only to introduce you to polymer synthesis and characterisation, but also to demonstrate that macro-scale properties span into the nano- and meso- scale.

Key facts

On this MSc course, you will have the flexibility to choose from elective modules including business-related modules from across the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Medicine (subject to availability). These modules will improve your business knowledge whilst you are 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 PhD-level study in this growing and exciting area of science.

Careers

Our graduates have gone on to work for organisations in: academia and teaching; pharmaceutical industry; chemical and materials industry; science consultancy; banking and finance and other areas. For those who wish to deepen their understanding of the discipline, further research degree study such as a Master’s by Research or a PhD can also be studied within the department. Global Decarbonisation courses

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Polymer Synthesis

Physical Properties of Polymers and Nanocomposites

Advanced Colloidal Materials

Polymers in the Real World

Polymer Laboratories

Chromatography and Separation Science

Group Research Project

Transferable Skills

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-02 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Coventry, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Materials Science View 92 other Masters in Materials Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

37460 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

13040 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part Time

Home: £6,520

Overseas: £18,730

Living costs

Coventry

United Kingdom

656 - 1057 GBP / month

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