Program Overview

University Programs

The University of Sherbrooke offers a wide range of programs for students.

Program Categories

• Communication and marketing
• Law and politics
• Environment and earth sciences
• Engineering
• Management and economic sciences
• Letters and languages
• Music and arts
• Aid relationships
• Physical activity sciences
• Health and medical sciences
• Life sciences
• Educational sciences and teaching
• Human sciences
• Computer sciences
• Pure sciences

Program Structure

The university offers programs at various levels, including:

• 1st cycle (undergraduate)
• 2nd cycle (master's)
• 3rd cycle and postdoctoral stage

Admission Process

To apply, students must:

1. Validate their eligibility
2. Choose a program
3. Plan their application
4. Submit their application
5. Track their application

Admission Requirements

• Validation of eligibility is based on the student's previous academic performance.
• Students must choose a program that aligns with their academic background and interests.
• The application process involves submitting required documents and paying fees.
• International students must meet additional requirements, including language proficiency and visa applications.

Tuition Fees and Financial Aid

• Tuition fees vary depending on the student's residency status and program.
• The university offers various forms of financial aid, including scholarships and bursaries.
• Students can also apply for government-funded programs and part-time jobs on campus.

Research Areas

The university is involved in various research areas, including:

• Nanomaterials and advanced characterization
• Chemistry
• Environmental sciences
• Health sciences
• Educational sciences

Campus Life

The university offers a range of services and facilities to support students, including:

• Libraries and archives
• Cultural center
• Sports center
• Financial resources
• Human resources
• Internships and professional development

Faculty and Centers

The university is composed of several faculties and centers, including:

• Faculty of Law
• School of Management
• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Engineering
• Faculty of Letters and Human Sciences
• Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
• Faculty of Science
• Faculty of Physical Activity Sciences
• Centers and institutes

Program Details

CPH709 - Chemistry of Solutions and Colloids

Presentation

This course is part of the 2nd cycle program and is worth 3 credits. It is offered by the Faculty of Science.

Objectives

The objective of this course is to analyze the main molecular or supramolecular phenomena that determine the physicochemical properties of solutions and colloidal systems.

Content

The course covers various fundamental concepts, including:

• Surface energy
• Gibbs interface
• Size effects
• Properties of neutral or electrically charged interfaces
• Macromolecules
• Colloidal associations and structure at interfaces
• Interactions between components of a colloidal system
• Methods for studying and characterizing colloidal systems

Programs Offering This Course

This course is part of the following programs:

• Diploma of specialized graduate studies in nanomaterials and advanced characterization
• Master's in chemistry
• Microprogram in nanomaterials and advanced characterization