The course focuses on composite and polymer materials and their processing, utilizing the school's industrial work and research. It covers areas like 3D woven preforms, polymer processing, nanocomposites, and technical textiles. Students will be embedded in a research group as part of their dissertation. The course team has industrial experience from collaborations with major companies like Rolls Royce, Bombardier, and Airbus. Part-time students from the local polymer processing sector also participate.
Ulster University
Advanced Composites and Polymers - PgDip, MSc
Entry Requirements
PgDip - Normally, an Honours or non-Honours degree or postgraduate diploma/certificate in a relevant engineering, technology or science discipline. In exceptional circumstances, where an individual has substantial and significant working/industrial experience, a portfolio of written evidence may be considered as an alternative entrance route. It is possible to transfer onto the MSc version of the course after successfully completing the PGDip. MSc - Specific details on the admission criteria can be found at the course webpage provided below. Normally, a second class honours degree or better in a relevant engineering, science, physics or technology discipline. Or a postgraduate diploma/certificate in a relevant engineering or technology discipline. In exceptional circumstances, where an individual has substantial and significant working/industrial experience, a portfolio of written evidence may be considered as an alternative entrance route.
English language requirements for international applicants
The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes.
Career Prospects
Upon successful completion of the programme students will be more employable, within the expanding composite and polymer sectors. In the key aerospace and automotive industries, composites and polymers continue to replace metallics. Another important opportunity for MSc students is the academic and/or research career through a PhD programme such as those offered in the Engineering Research Institute (ERI), which hosts the MSc programme.
Course Details
The Polymer Technology module focuses on developing students' skills in thermoplastic conversion, fabrication, composite engineering, biomaterials, tissue engineering, embedded systems, research methods & facilities, digital signal processing, manufacturing systems, work-based learning, and more. It aims to help students develop strategies for selecting conversion routes for various material systems and applications. Students learn to critically appraise alternative routes, develop appropriate strategies for selecting conversion routes, and understand the composition, properties, and function of synthetic biomaterials. They also learn to design and implement cost-effective, reliable embedded systems, and understand and apply digital signal processing algorithms. The module also includes work-based learning, typically 150 hours, supervised by university academic staff. The goal is to equip students with the necessary skills for their chosen field.
*The information’s are correct at the time of publishing, however it may change if university makes any changes after we have published the information. While we try our best to provide correct information, It is advisable to call us or visit university website for up to date information.
Are you ready to start building your future?
Contact our admission counseller and get a free consultation.
