PhD in Chemistry - Inorganic and Organometallic in Irvine United States | University of California Irvine

University of California Irvine | Irvine United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 26,802
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
60 months

The Chemistry Department provides both Master of Science (M.S.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree programs. The Ph.D. is awarded to candidates who demonstrate comprehensive understanding of contemporary chemistry principles and the capability to conduct autonomous research, evidenced by an approved doctoral dissertation. For the M.S., students may choose between submitting a qualifying Master's thesis (Plan I) or completing designated graduate courses along with passing an oral comprehensive exam (Plan II). Note that a Master's degree is not required for Ph.D. program admission.

UCI's inorganic and organometallic chemistry research spans diverse areas, including creating organometallic compounds for organic synthesis and industrial applications, developing materials using supramolecular and macromolecular inorganic components, and studying metal-enzyme interactions that produce greenhouse gases. Students gain hands-on experience with various instruments (such as multinuclear NMR, X-ray crystallography, electrochemistry equipment) and practical methods (including air-sensitive compound manipulation, thin film fabrication, protein modification techniques, and polymerization processes).


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Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

Hold a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from a recognized academic institution with degree standards equivalent to those of the University of California
Have a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0
Statement of Purpose Describe your research interests, including research you have completed and or any papers you have published. Include your career objectives and goals for graduate study.
Personal History Statement Describe your personal background, including any experiences or challenges relevant to your academic journey. Include how you addressed these challenges in order to achieve your educational goals.
Curriculum Vitae A breif account of your education, qualifications, and previous experience.
Letters of Recommendation A minimum of three letters are required.
Unofficial Transcripts Upload unofficial transcripts for all institutions attended since high school.
TOEFL/IELTS Required for certain non-domestic applicants. Please refer to International Students/Permanent Residents below for more information.

TOEFL iBT
An overall score of 80 or higher is required for admission.
A speaking section score of 26 or higher is required for TA eligbility.

IELTS
An overall score of 7 or higher, with a score of no less than 6 on any individual module, is required for admission.
A speaking module score of 8 or higher is required for TA eligiblity.

Tuition USD 26,802

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