Master's programme in Macromolecular Materials
The Master’s Programme in Macromolecular Materials will be organised by the School of Chemical Science and Engineering (CHE). The main focus of the programme is polymer and fibre-based materials, but it is also possible to obtain broader material knowledge by including courses on inorganic materials. The course programme covers design, synthesis, modification, characterization, properties, use and production of polymer and fibre-based materials, inclusive current research and development trends.
To receive a Degree of Master of Science in Macromolecular materials, the students should:
- demonstrate general knowledge and understanding of properties and use of different materials.
- demonstrate in-depth knowledge on the relationships between the structure and properties of macromolecular materials as well as synthesis/modification, characterization, processing and applications of polymer and/or fibre-based materials.
- have insight into current research front in macromolecular materials.
- demonstrate the ability to identify, formulate and manage current and real material related problems drawn from industry, society and research, taking into account the potential limitations
- demonstrate laboratory skills and knowledge of safe chemical managing, and the ability to implement and evaluate material related experiments
Programme outline
The two-year programme (120 ECTS) consists of courses worth 90 ECTS, followed by a Degree project, worth 30 ECTS. Two mandatory courses (totally 15 ECTS) are included in the first year, and the remaining courses may be chosen from a list of 25 courses. From this list, 5 courses are regarded as particularly important, and the student is required to choose at least 3 of them. This gives the student a great opportunity to create his/her own curriculum. Guidelines and recommendations for course combinations will be given. Courses corresponding to 15 ECTS can be elected freely.
Course overview
Degree project
The Degree project is worth 30 ECTS. The thesis topic may be chosen from a list of available thesis projects at the School of Chemical Science and Engineering .
Career prospects
Specialists in all areas of macromolecular materials are extremely interesting to industry. It is a wide field covering most of national and international industries. Important areas include different polymer industries, paper manufacturing and forestry industry, pharmaceuticals, medical engineering field and chemical companies. There is also an increased demand for consultants with specialist knowledge in patenting, scientific writing and venture capital, as well as a large demand for PhDs within the area.
Application and admission
Macromolecular Materials - Application and admission for external applicants
Contact
KTH Royal Institute of Technology, School of Chemical Science and Engineering
Academic contact: Prof. Minna Hakkarainen, minna@polymer.kth.se
Administrative contact: master@che.kth.se
