The Bachelor's degree program in Polymer Engineering Technologies at the JKU is part of a broad field of study in plastics engineering and sciences. This cutting-edge engineering program focuses on base-knowledge skills pertaining to the value chain of innovative polymer engineering and products, including manufacturing and assembling polymer materials, hands-on education about the wide range of processing technologies, and expertise in designing and creating products. Graduates of the Bachelor’s degree program are not only highly qualified to pursue a Master’s degree or a doctorate degree at either the JKU or abroad, graduates are in high demand and enjoy excellent career prospects!
Bachelor's Degree in
Polymer Engineering.
Degree
Bachelor of Science (BSc)
Duration
6 Semesters
ECTS
180 Credits
Language
German (Level B2)
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
The curriculum covers essential areas in the field of polymer engineering, giving students unique, hands-on opportunities to address real-world problems. Special attention is given to providing:
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates become experts in materials selection (including testing), processing, and polymer applications, as well as in the design of polymer products for a wide variety of fields. Graduates are highly qualified to take on active roles in various areas of research and development, production, applications technology, marketing and sales, and/or management. Common professional fields include:
ADVANCED DEGREES AT THE JKU
After completing your undergraduate degree, you can continue your education by pursuing an advanced degree:
As part of the Bachelor’s degree program, students are required to complete courses totaling 180 ECTS credits in the following areas:
| SEMESTER | S1 | S2 | S3 | S4 | S5 | S6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chemistry | 6.7 | 2.5 | 4.2 | 10 | - | 3 |
| Polymer Technologies | 1 | 1 | 8.1 | 12 | 21.5 | 4 |
Fundamentals of Mechanical Engineering, incl. Mechatronics | 7 | 14 | 12.5 | 7 | - | 2.5 |
Fundamentals of Science | 8.5 | 13.25 | 5.75 | - | 4 | - |
Soft Skills | 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
Elective: PT | - | - | - | - | 4.5 | 6.5 |
Autonomous Electives | 2.5 | - | - | 1 | - | 5.5 |
| Bachelor's Thesis | - | - | - | - | - | 8.5 |
| ECTS Credits (Total: 180) | 28.7 | 30.75 | 30.55 | 30 | 30 | 30 |
Newly enrolled students can take revision courses before beginning studies:
Contact the Admission Office for additional information about the admission requirements.
Do you need help registering or do you have questions about the program? Contact the JKU's Office of Student Information and Academic Advising (SIBS)!
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