A specialized graduate program offering advanced instruction and research experience in the fields of paints, coatings, and polymers is the Ph.D. in Surface Coating Technology. Ph.D. programs in this field are offered by a number of universities, including the University of Massachusetts Amherst, North Dakota State University, and Eastern Michigan University. A PhD dissertation, laboratory research, and coursework are all part of these programs, which normally take 4 - 5 years to finish. In recognition of their expertise in coating science and technology, graduates of these schools are in substantial demand by business, academia, and research organizations.
