Overview

In this Polymer Processing programme from the Atlantic Technological University the participants learn the characteristics of various polymers, the common polymer processes (including injection moulding, blow moulding, and extrusion as well as plastic part design), and factors in the design of tooling for these processes.

Candidates completing the B Eng in Polymer Processing meet the requirements of the internationally-recognised Six Sigma Green Belt Award. Candidates can attain this award in addition to their degree by passing an external Green Belt exam.

Careers

Typically, graduates will be employed in polymer processing in the engineering, medical device, or pharmaceutical sectors. Successful graduates from this programme may apply for the Honours Degree (Level 8) in Mechatronics or the BSc (Hons) in Quality Management and Technology, which are offered online by IT Sligo, or for related programmes from other providers.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Plastic Part Design

Materials for the Polymer Industry

Polymer Tooling Design

Six Sigma Statistical Control

Medical Device Manufacturing

Control Systems

Polymer Processing

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

65

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

Online

Disciplines

General Engineering & Technology View 6 other Bachelors in General Engineering & Technology in Ireland

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

65

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Other requirements

General requirements

Higher Certificate NFQ Level 6 (Previously called National Cert) in a relevant discipline or Advanced Craft Certificate or equivalent.

Candidates holding other qualifications and/or with relevant experience will also be considered through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.

Tuition Fee

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International

10500 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10500 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 24 months.

Student contribution: €3000 per year. The Department of Education pays tuition fees for all full-time students who are citizens of a Member State of the EU.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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