Program Overview
The Materials Ph.D. Program focuses on doctoral education and research, prioritizing students seeking rigorous academic training. It emphasizes research and encourages early selection of a faculty advisor. The program offers fellowships and assistantships to support students' academic and research endeavors.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Materials Ph.D. Program is designed for doctoral education and does not admit students seeking a terminal M.S. degree. The program prioritizes students interested in rigorous academic education and high-quality research.
Other:
The program emphasizes research and the importance of choosing a faculty advisor early in the program. The department offers fellowships and teaching and research assistantships.
University of California
Overview:
The University of California (UC) is a public university system with 10 campuses across California. It is known for its academic excellence, diverse student body, and commitment to research. UC offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, and its campuses are located in various settings, from bustling cities to coastal towns.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
UC campuses offer a vibrant and diverse student life experience. Students can participate in a wide range of clubs, organizations, and activities, including sports, arts, and cultural events. Each campus has its own unique character and atmosphere, with some campuses known for their urban setting and others for their more rural or coastal locations.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Academic Excellence:
UC is consistently ranked among the top public universities in the world, with renowned faculty and cutting-edge research.Financial Aid:
UC offers generous financial aid packages, with tuition fully covered for many California students.Diverse Student Body:
UC campuses are known for their diverse student populations, representing a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.Research Opportunities:
UC campuses are leaders in research, offering students opportunities to participate in groundbreaking projects.Campus Locations:
UC campuses are located in various settings across California, offering students a choice of urban, suburban, or rural environments.Academic Programs:
UC offers a wide range of academic programs across its 10 campuses, including:
Arts and Humanities:
Literature, history, philosophy, music, art, theaterSocial Sciences:
Psychology, sociology, economics, political science, anthropologySciences:
Biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, computer scienceEngineering:
Mechanical, electrical, civil, chemical, biomedicalBusiness:
Management, marketing, finance, accountingHealth Sciences:
Medicine, nursing, dentistry, pharmacyLaw:
Juris Doctor (JD)Other:
UC is committed to providing a high-quality education to students from all backgrounds. The university system has a strong focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and it offers a variety of resources and support services to help students succeed.
Entry Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution in Engineering, Physical Sciences, or Mathematics. The degree must be conferred before enrollment.
- GPA: A minimum GPA of 3.2 for Bachelors of Science degrees and a minimum of 3.5 for Masters of Science degrees is required.
- **Ph.D.
- Degrees: The Graduate Division will not admit applicants who already have Ph.D. degrees in science.
- Undergraduate Preparation: Applicants should have a degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, or Mathematics with a minimum GPA of 3.2.
- Upper-division coursework in the following areas is expected:
- Mathematics (ordinary and partial differential equations)
- Engineering thermodynamics
- Organic or inorganic chemistry
- Solid state physics
- Physical chemistry
- Materials science
- Quantum Mechanics
- Solid Mechanics
- Incoming students are not expected to have completed all upper-division requirements but must satisfy the requirements in mathematics and at least two other areas representing about one full year of undergraduate study.
- Deficiencies can be addressed during the first year of graduate study by taking upper-division undergraduate courses in the new area of specialization.
- Graduate Division Requirements: Applicants must meet the Graduate Division requirements for admission at UC Santa Barbara.
