The B.S. in Chemistry is designed for students who intend to major in chemistry but may wish to pursue a career in some other field. The major is often chosen by students who intend to pursue postgraduate studies in medicine, dentistry, or veterinary medicine.
Majors take a rigorous set of courses with emphasis on laboratory experience and hands-on independent research. The curriculum emphasizes broad chemical training with a selection of chemistry and supporting courses in other related disciplines including physical and biological sciences and mathematics, along with written and verbal communication skills; these provide undergraduates with the skills they need to enter the job market or continue with graduate training. An active American Chemical Society Student Affiliates chapter (the Chem Club) provides a cultural and professional environment that enriches the academic experience.
Students who successfully complete the curriculum possess a broad background in chemistry and related sciences with sufficient depth of knowledge to pursue a wide variety of career options such as chemists in government or industrial laboratories; positions in related fields such as the health sciences, science education, business, or legal profession; or enrollment in a wide variety of post graduate professional degree programs such as medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and law.
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