The objectives of the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department's program leading to the Master of Science degree include:

 a) Developing the individual's ability to do independent research,

 b) Preparing students for more advanced study in chemistry and

 c) Providing advanced training to professional chemists and those employed in technical and business areas in which chemistry at this level is necessary for efficient performance.

Research areas include analytical chemistry, biochemistry, bioinorganic chemistry, colloid and surface chemistry, electrochemistry, inorganic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, polymer chemistry, and theoretical chemistry.

Detailed descriptions of all of the following courses may be found in the on-line listing of Graduate Chemistry Courses.

Master's Degree With Thesis

 A minimum of 18 hours in chemistry from courses listed in the Graduate Catalog will be required. At least FOUR courses should be from:

 CHEM 5301 Physical Chemistry I
 CHEM 5309 Organic Chemistry I
 CHEM 5311 Analytical Chemistry
 CHEM 5315 Inorganic Chemistry
 CHEM 5321 Biochemical Metabolism and Regulation

Electives may be senior or graduate division courses in a science or engineering subject selected by the candidate with the approval of the Graduate Advisor.

Master's Degree with Thesis Substitute

 Admission to the program requires approval of the Graduate Studies Committee. Minimal registration in a projects course (CHEM 5391, 5392, 5691 or 5692) is also required. At the time the degree is awarded the candidate is expected to have completed at least five years of suitable professional experience in an industrial, government or other chemistry laboratory.

 All potential applicants MUST contact the Graduate Advisor prior  to registration.

Master's Degree Non-Thesis

This option requires a minimum of 36 hours of course work of which at least 24 hours must be in chemistry. All courses must be approved by the Graduate Advisor.

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
The University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, Texas 76019-0065, USA

Phone:  (817) 272-3171

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