Degree Requirement Alternate Courses
Degrees awarded:
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B.S. degree in chemistry (ACS approved) (pdf format) B.S. dual cooperative degree in chemistry and chemical engineering
(contact department for details)B.S. degree in chemistry teaching. (pdf format) B.A. degree in chemistry with emphasis in
biological chemistry (pdf format) chemical physics (pdf format) computational chemistry (pdf format) liberal arts chemistry (pdf format) mathematical chemistry (pdf format) B.A. biology/chemistry double major with emphasis in
biochemistry & biotechnology (pdf format)PreProfessional Programs
PreDentistry (more info) PreMedical (more info) PrePharmacy (more info) PreNursing (more info) Minor in Chemistry (pdf format)
The B.S. degree in chemistry is a rigorous four-year course of study designed for those students who plan on graduate programs in chemistry and its related fields, a career in chemical industries, or chemical professions. ACS is a professional organization that oversees undergraduate chemistry education.
The Department also offers a five-year, B.S. dual degree program in chemistry and chemical engineering in conjunction with the University of Minnesota and/or the University of North Dakota.
The B.S. degree in chemistry teaching is required for certification to teach chemistry in Minnesota high schools. Students completing this major are also certified to teach middle school science, grades 5-8. In addition to completing the chemistry core curriculum and middle school science coursework, students must also complete courses in professional (teacher) education. This program has recently been revised to reflect the new Minnesota Board of Teaching licensure rules effective September 1, 2001.
The B.A. degree in chemistry can be earned with emphasis in a number of areas such as biological chemistry, chemical physics, computational chemistry, liberal arts chemistry or mathematical chemistry. This flexibility allows students to include the related field courses in their chemistry program that best fit their future career, graduate school or professional school needs.
The B.A. degree in chemistry with emphasis in biotechnology is a degree that combines studies in both biology and chemistry. The Biotechnology emphasis is designed to teach advanced laboratory skills in the major areas of biotechnology. It provides a laboratory-rich, research-based experience that emphasizes hands-on learning. It includes the application of techniques used in the study of enzymology, cellular physiology, molecular biology and immunology. Students finishing this program will have a double major in chemistry and biology.