Chemistry M.S.
The MS in Chemistry consists of a combination of coursework, research, and thesis (an experimental or theoretical research project resulting in an original contribution to chemical knowledge). Candidates must complete a minimum of 45 approved graduate credits.
24 credits of formal graduate instruction must be chosen from substantive classes at the graduate level (CH 501-509 and CH 601-609 may not be applied to this requirement). Included in the required 24 credits of coursework, all students must complete a one term Scientific Communication course.
Each candidate for the MS degree in chemistry must complete a research project culminating in the preparation and defense of a thesis. Further details of all requirements are outlined in the Department of Chemistry’s Graduate Student Handbook.
Students need to complete (on their own timeline):
- A minimum of 45 graduate-level credits, including the following courses:
- 24 credits of substantive coursework (graduate level: 510/610+) - up to 8 credits of which may be "approved" graduate-level classes outside Chemistry (e.g. Physics, Biology, System Science)
- CH 510: Scientific Communication (1st year) – included in the 24 credits of graduate coursework
- CH 501: Research (research credits are normally accrued in every term that the student is in the program)
- 6-9 Credits of CH 503: Thesis