About the course

Electrochemistry offers an unique opportunity to investigate a variety of chemical processes at interfaces. Several research groups in our department study the fundamentals and applications of electrochemistry, which creates interdisciplinary research areas that span chemistry, physics, biology, and material/nano sciences.We take advantage of the powerful electrochemical approach to synthesize and characterize novel polymer/nano materials and also develop sensor devices. For instance, the high sensitivity and selectivity of our electrochemical sensors allow for in-situ monitoring of biologically important molecules such as DNA, neurotransmitters, and drugs at trace level. We are also interested in understanding how electrons, ions, and molecules are transported at solid/liquid, liquid/liquid, and membrane interfaces. To answer these questions, we develop new electrochemical methods as well as control interfacial structures at the molecular level.

　　The Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences constitutes the liberal arts core of the University of Pittsburgh, one of the major public research universities in the United States. We provide instruction in natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences for all students studying at the Pittsburgh campus, including more than 10,000 students registered as Dietrich School undergraduates. In addition, the Dietrich School educates 15 percent?more than 1,500?of the University?s graduate and graduate professional students, making it the largest graduate program in Pittsburgh. In the summer of 2006, the University?s College of General Studies joined the (then) School of Arts and Sciences, expanding the community of learners to include nontraditional students. Students admitted to the program take four core courses in the first two terms of their first year in residence (fall and spring terms). The ?preliminary examination? in the Department of Chemistry is based on the student's record of performance in these four core courses. The four core courses are selected from at least three of the formal disciplines of Chemistry: Analytical, Biological, Inorganic, Organic and Physical. Two core courses must be taken in an area of concentration selected by the student. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 6 Semester(s)Fees: US$126,972

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Pittsburgh
Fall (September), 2024	Pittsburgh
Fall (August), 2025	Pittsburgh
Fall (September), 2025	Pittsburgh

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Pittsburgh

Complete online application (no cost).

　　A statement of purpose that addresses your specific interests and/or expertise in chemistry, and describes as specifically as possible the area of research you wish to pursue.

　　Transcripts for all college-level institutions attended. All (unofficial) transcripts must be uploaded onto the application Web site.

　　Three letters of reference. (Use the forms on the application Web site. They should be uploaded to the site by the reference.)

　　Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores. The chemistry subject examination is highly recommended.

　　The minimum TOEFL score of 100 (with at least a score of 22 in all of the four sections of speaking, listening, reading, and writing) or the required minimum IELTS of 7.0 (with at least 6.5 in each of its four sections). The minimum grade point average for admission to any graduate study at the University of Pittsburgh is 3.0

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

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