MASTER OF POLYMER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
Mission
The mission of the Polymer Science and Engineering program is to provide students with a deep and comprehensive understanding of polymer chemistry that is linked with a wide range of essential knowledge and learning experiences related to engineering fields. The program will provide students with a balance of theory, applications, and research experience. In addition, the program will prepare professional graduates who can positively be involved in the research and development of the polymer industry.
Why Master Program of "Polymer Science and Engineering" at KFUPM?
The objectives of the Master in Polymer Science and Engineering aims for the graduates to attain the following:
Leading professionals in the governmental or private sector related to the fields of polymer science, chemical and petrochemical industry, or engage in entrepreneurship with thorough knowledge and experience in these fields.
Motivated, life-long learners, self-dependent and creative with problem solving experience.
Responsible, ethically driven, and practicing teamwork skills.
Conducting innovative research and advanced developments in polymers and their application.
Practicing scientifically appropriate approaches toward designing synthetic polymers of desired properties to suit target applications.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will be able to:
Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the fundamental theories, synthesis, modern characterization techniques, testing and processing methods and the engineering applications of polymers.
Conduct experimental procedures and follow safety rules and regulations.
Apply the basic practical skills required in the synthesis, characterization, and testing of polymers.
Demonstrate competence in creative thinking and problem solving related to the science and applications of polymers.
Demonstrate the skills of excellent communication, life-long learning, and teamwork capability.
Demonstrate competence in designing polymers to satisfy target applications.
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Programs
The program allows students to acquire the essential knowledge and research skills in a very demanded field of study, and perfectly links polymer chemistry with its application in relevant engineering disciplines.
The program is multidisciplinary and provides students with modern knowledge and practical experience in polymer chemistry and engineering: polymer design, synthesis, characterization, and manufacturing processes.
It covers the use and importance of polymers in the oil and gas fields.
The program benefits from the state-of-art research facilities available in the departments of chemistry, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering and in the research institute at KFUPM.
Career prospects for graduates with specialist knowledge in polymer science and engineering are strong, particularly the petrochemical industry.
The economic prospect of the petrochemical industry in the kingdom is showing significant growth. The Saudi Arabian general investment authority (SAGIA) announced in 2019 more than US 2 Billion investments in new petrochemical facilities in the kingdom.
The courses are taught by experts in their field providing in-depth and cutting-edge knowledge.