MS, PhD
Clemson University offers the Master of Science (M.S.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees in Polymer and Fiber Science. The scope of the programs in Polymer and Fiber Science includes major areas such as fiber physics, textile technology, polymer physics and engineering, polymer chemistry, dye chemistry, finishing chemistry, geosynthetics, nonwovens, composite materials, color science and fiber extrusion. The objective of the programs is to develop in the student the abilities to initiate and conduct independent investigations plus develop a comprehensive understanding of a specific polymer and fiber science area through course work and thesis/dissertation research.
Graduates from the graduate program in polymer and fiber science have been placed in both academic and business roles at such companies as Clariant, 3M, Rockwell Industries, Coats and Clark, Astro Dyeworks, AATCC, Honeywell, Sandoz (Mexico), Cramerton Finishing, Ciba Chemical, Corning, Milliken, DuPont, BASF, FujiFilm, and many others.










