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Degree: Master of Science
Major: Chemistry
Hours: Thesis 30, Non-Thesis 36

Degree Description

The ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University Master of Science Degree in Chemistry is a stepping stone to achieve your higher career goals. We offer a thesis and non-thesis option, depending on your plans after completing the program.

The Master of Science in Chemistry at ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University thesis option takes about 24 months to complete. Through your program, you will explore laboratory- and instrumentation-based research. You will gain the confidence required to perform independent laboratory work and will most likely present your results at national and even international conferences. With a thesis-based master's degree, you can further your career in research and development and/or advance your career as an industrial chemist.

The Master of Science in Chemistry at ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University non-thesis option also takes about 24 months to complete. Your program will develop the in-depth course work knowledge required for non-laboratory careers such as patent officer, high school teacher or even computer database officer.

Why Study Chemistry at ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ?

The Master of Science program in Chemistry prepares students for advanced graduate studies or entry into industrial or educational positions. The Chemistry and Biochemistry Department has active research programs in several areas including environmental chemistry biochemistry, surface chemistry, computational chemistry, materials science, polymer chemistry, transition metal coordination chemistry, molecular spectroscopy and organic reaction mechanisms.