Degree Pathway for Master of Science in Chemistry, Inorganic Specialization

A minimum of 30 credits is required for the Master of Science degree in Chemistry, with 18 credits being earned in courses; and 12 credits earned in graduate research. 
Required for Inorganic Specialization
Course NumberCourse NameCredits
Total12
CHEM.5130Spectroscopy3
CHEM.5221Solid State Materials Chemistry3
CHEM.5430Modern Inorganic Chemistry3
CHEM.5320Advanced Physical Chemistry3
Additional Courses for the Inorganic Specialization (Choose 2)
Course NumberCourse NameCredits
Total6
CHEM.5140Advanced Analytical Chemistry3
CHEM.5230Organic Reaction Mechanisms 3
CHEM.5500Biochemistry I3
CHEM.5510Biochemistry II3
For an MS with thesis, include 12 credits (4 courses) of laboratory research to total 30 credits.
For a non-thesis MS, choose any 4 graduate level (5000 level or above) chemistry courses (worth the final 12 credits to complete 30 credits). The Non-thesis Master of Science degree requires 30 credits of course work earned in 3-credit graduate courses exclusive of seminar and colloquium (CHEM.6010CHEM.6020CHEM.6030CHEM.6040).
Total Credits = 30

Last updated: 10/22/24