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Auburn University

Auburn, Alabama, United States

Bachelor in Sustainable Biomaterials and Packaging

Successful graduates will gain an understanding of the chemical, physical, and mechanical properties of solid wood and bio-based products and packaging materials. Students within this degree program will be exposed to an overview of to trade and marketing knowledge and the structure of both traditional forest products as well as emerging sustainable biomaterial industry segments, the trade patterns and marketing, the role of private industry and government organizations in development and trade of the segments, and the potential contribution of economic development. They will know the thermal, electric and acoustic properties of the bio-based products and packaging materials and understand the relationships between anatomical structure and physical/mechanical behavior of materials. 

The Sustainable Biomaterials and Packaging degree is appropriate for students who seek employment in any aspect of forest product development that uses the sustainable fiber resources from the forest industry.  The curriculum emphasizes biological, ecological, environmental, social, economic, and ethical considerations in sustainable biomaterials and packaging markets.

Environmental concerns and evolving technologies are moving companies toward the use of sustainable forest biomaterials for everything from packaging, cosmetics, and automobiles to appliances, pharmaceuticals, and commercial construction. These developments are increasing the demand for professionals with diverse expertise in biomass production and operational logistics; conversion processes of products and packaging; and product development, sustainability and business.   It is anticipated that bio-based industries, which includes wood processing, construction, chemicals and energy, bio-plastics, and packaging will be the next area of significant economic growth.  The Sustainable Biomaterials and Packaging degree program was developed to provide students with knowledge, hands-on experience, and skill sets to prepare them for in-demand careers.  

Intakes

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Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Auburn University offers a wide range of job opportunities across various fields, including academic, administrative, and support staff positions. The university also provides resources for career development and job searching, including mock interviews and temporary employment services. 

Academic:
Positions range from lecturer/senior lecturer roles in specific departments like the Harbert College of Business (specifically in International Business) to faculty positions across various disciplines. 

Administrative:
Opportunities include roles such as Director of Equal Opportunity Investigations, Advancement Engagement Facilitator, and various administrative assistant positions. 

Support Staff:
This includes positions like Cashier, Turf Care Associate, and various custodial and maintenance roles. 

Student-focused:
The university also has opportunities like Student Communications Intern (Auburn Magazine), Student Media Production Assistant, and various internship possibilities. 

PSW Opportunity

Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.

Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).

STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.

Contact our PSA counselor for more information

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Admission to Auburn is competitive and highly selective in all majors. Therefore, international applicants, like all other students, must have an excellent academic record to be considered for admission.

Test Scores
The ACT or the SAT is required of all freshman international applicants, as well as freshman transfer applicants with less than 30 semester credit hours. Arrangements should be made for the test results to be sent directly to the Office of Admission by the testing agency. 

The institution number for the ACT is 0011 and the number for the SAT is 1005.

Proficiency in the English Language
If English is not your native language you must show proof of English proficiency. To show proficiency you must:

Submit a TOEFL and/or PTE score of 79 for the internet-based test OR 213 on the new computerized test OR 550 on the written paper-based test OR a 53 on the PTE. A band score of 6.5 or better on the IELTS is also acceptable.
Graduate from a U.S. high school.

TOEFL, PTE, and IELTS scores are only considered official when they are sent to the Office of Admissions directly from the Educational Testing Service (ETS).

Academic Transcripts
International freshman students who are attending U.S. high schools can send their transcripts directly to the Office of Admission and are not required to submit an evaluation.

All international freshman students currently attending a secondary school (high school) outside the U.S. must submit two (2) types of their official transcripts or official records.

  • An official secondary school (high school) transcript translated into English by an official translation agency.
  • The second copy will need to be sent to an independent credential evaluator. You will need to request a document-by-document evaluation (with a GPA) from one of the evaluators and make sure that a copy be sent to the Office of Admissions.

It is the student’s responsibility to have the documents translated and/or evaluated. Auburn University will not translate or evaluate your academic transcripts. High school students must send an additional transcript, including final grades, after graduation.

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