Analytical and Polymer Science

Warwick's Analytical and Polymer Science MSc is a unique course combining Warwick's world-leading expertise in these two complementary areas. Warwick is highly ranked within UK league tables, and is 67th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2024). This course has been designed for those looking to undertake a PhD or career in analytical and/or polymer science.

This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry

Course overview The fundamentals of polymer synthesis and properties will be introduced, but then special focus is placed on modern instrumentation and analytical methods used for polymer and materials characterisation.

You will receive advanced knowledge from experts within academia and collaborating companies. Gaining hands-on experience in a variety of relevant techniques will enable you to work in any modern laboratory because the skills you acquire will be readily transferable between disciplines.

You will also undertake a cutting-edge project with a world-leading research group. When you graduate, you will be well-positioned to take up employment in research and development roles within a number of sectors, or to progress to PhD study.

You can find out more about the Department of Chemistry by joining our webinars

Professor Dr Remzi Becer is the head of the MSc in Analytical and Polymer Science. Please contact chem-pgt@warwick.ac.uk with any specific Department of Chemistry questions, where our staff are available to discuss any queries.

This information is applicable for 2025 entry. Given the interval between the publication of courses and enrolment, some of the information may change. It is important to check our website before you apply.