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The Bachelor of Science in chemistry is recommended for those students who seek employment as a chemist/biochemist or for those who intend to study chemistry in graduate school. Research is required for the BS degree.
吃瓜网鈥檚 rigorous Chemistry curriculum equips students to be professional practitioners of science with problem solving skills to understand the natural world and prepares them for success in diverse careers in research, industry, education, and beyond. The BS degree requires students to participate in the practice of science with undergraduate research experiences that connect them with the mission of professional science: 鈥渢o understand the world and to extend the precision and scope with which it has been ordered鈥� (Thomas Kuhn, The Structure of Scientific Revolutions)
42 credit hours in chemistry to include:
All chemistry and biochemistry majors must pass a general written comprehensive examination. The examination consists of questions in general chemistry, analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, physical chemistry and biochemistry. All questions on the exam are based upon prior coursework. A study guide and sample questions are available from the department. Students can earn a pass with distinction, pass, low pass or failure. Students normally take the comprehensive exam at the beginning of the spring semester in their senior year.