Polymer Science

UMass Lowell

Students in the Ph.D. Program in the Department of Chemistry may elect the Polymer Science or the Polymer Science/Plastics Engineering Option. The Polymer Science/Plastics Engineering Option doctoral program is organized jointly with the Department of Plastics Engineering. The program is designed to provide students with a background in advanced course work and laboratory techniques that will prepare them to carry out an original investigation leading to an acceptable contribution to the body of contemporary knowledge in the fields of macromolecules or plastics.
CIP Code: 40.0507

Graduate Doctorate On-Campus / In-Person

Possible Career Paths

Natural Sciences Managers | Chemists | Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary

UMass Lowell

The University of Massachusetts Lowell is a nationally-ranked public research university that is committed to excellence in teaching, research and community engagement. By providing an affordable, high-quality educational experience, UMass Lowell prepares its students to work in the real world, solving real problems and helping real people.