BACHELOR OF POLYMER ENGINEERING WITH HONOURS

A "Bachelor of Polymer Engineering with Honours" is a four-year undergraduate degree specializing in the design, development, and application of polymers, often with a focus on materials science and engineering, and can lead to careers in industries like plastics, materials, and manufacturing. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

What it is:

• Polymer Engineering:

  This field deals with the study, design, and development of polymeric materials and their applications. 

• Honours Degree:

  It signifies a higher level of academic achievement and often includes a more in-depth study of the subject matter and includes a research project or dissertation. 

• Interdisciplinary:

  Polymer engineering combines principles from chemistry, physics, materials science, and engineering to create innovative materials and solutions. 

• Application Areas:

  These graduates find jobs in a variety of industries, including plastics, packaging, automotive, aerospace, healthcare, and textiles. 

What you'll learn:

• Polymer Chemistry: Understand the structure, properties, and synthesis of various polymers. 
• Polymer Processing: Learn about different methods for manufacturing and shaping polymeric materials. 
• Materials Science: Study the behavior and performance of polymers under different conditions. 
• Engineering Design: Apply engineering principles to the design and development of polymer-based products and systems. 
• Research and Development: Develop new polymers and applications through research and experimentation. 

Career Paths:

Polymer Engineer, Materials Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Research Scientist, Quality Engineer, Product Development Engineer, and Consultant. 

Where to study:

• Universities with strong engineering and materials science programs often offer Polymer Engineering programs.
• Some examples include:
  • Universiti Sains Malaysia
  • Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP)
  • National Textile University Faisalabad
  • Malawi University of Science and Technology
• University of Akron
• Penn State University
• Technological University of the Shannon - TUS