The Master's Degree Programme in New Packaging Solutions started in 2006, and first students have graduated in 2008. We recommend this part-time Master's programme for adult students already working in packaging related businesses or wishing to pursue a career in the industry dealing with packaging.
Although packaging-related courses exist in many Nordic universities, "New Packaging Solutions" is the only Master's level programme for packaging that leads to the M.Sc. degree. The objective of "New Packaging Solutions" is to educate experts in packaging materials, converting and packaging technologies, who possess the skills to work in production, development, sales and marketing functions throughout the whole packaging chain. The main focus is on:
- Packaging materials
- Paper and paperboard converting technologies
- Packaging machinery and technologies
- Planning and design of packaging solutions
- Understanding of packaging chain demands
Structure and Content of the Programme
“New Packaging Solutions” is a part-time programme offering a major subject in Packaging Technologies. Students have two years (90 ECTS ) of coursework in which all lectures, exercises, projects and laboratory work are carried out in English. The Master’s thesis (30 ECTS ) will be prepared after the other courses have been completed. Students working in packaging related businesses are welcome to carry out the Master’s thesis research to respond to the needs of their employer companies.
There are around 8-10 contact teaching periods of 4-5 days per academic year. Additionally, distance learning and online instruction are widely used. Teaching is arranged from September to May, no teaching in June, July, August and December. A part of the teaching and the most of study guidance and communications related to the programme will be given through the Internet. Course location is Lappeenranta, Finland.
Curriculum for 2008-2010
- Master's Thesis, 30 ECTS
- Major in Packaging Technologies, 40 ECTS
*Paper and paperboard converting technologies, packaging machines and packaging technologies, functions of package and other packaging related topics with impact to packaging solutions.
- Minor studies, 20 ECTS
*Minor subject courses from LUT’s courses in English
- General Studies, 20 ECTS
*An introduction to packaging and packaging materials as well as language and communication skills essential for M.Sc. studies.
- Elective Studies, 10 ECTS