Overview
Programme Overview
At the University of Pittsburgh, the department offers Master of Science (MS) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs in Materials Science Engineering. At the MS level, research and professional tracks are available. Graduate courses are typically offered in the evening, which facilitates part-time study.
The programs are oriented toward the transition of results from scientific and engineering disciplines to the solution of materials problems that impede technological progress. They are designed to educate engineers, providing them with the tools to become successful in research, development, production, management, and teaching.
Programme Structure
Some of the ongoing research programs are centered in several areas of advanced ceramics and metallurgy, including the following:- Corrosion and oxidation
- High-temperature materials
- Magnetic materials
- Phase transformations in metallic and ceramic systems
- Plastic deformation of metals and alloys
- Thermomechanical processing of steels and other alloys
- Thermodynamic properties of materials
- Ceramic processing
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Materials Science & Engineering Mathematics View 384 other Masters in Materials Science & Engineering in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants are required to submit official, original academic records from each academic institution (undergraduate and/or graduate) attended.
- In addition, in cases where the grade reports, academic record, examination results, or transcript do not attest to the awarding of a degree or other academic qualification, a certified copy of the original certificate or diploma awarding the degree or qualification must be submitted.
- Official, original academic credentials, certificates, or diplomas that are issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation. Personal copies of your records will not be regarded as official.
Tuition Fee
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International
48594 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 48594 USD per year during 24 months. -
National
48594 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 48594 USD per year during 24 months. -
In-State
28652 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 28652 USD per year during 24 months.
Part-time: LOCAL: $1,357 per credit INTERNATIONAL/NATIONAL: $2,297 per credit
Living costs for Pittsburgh
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
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Funding
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