The M.S. in Chemistry will develop a student's ability to integrate advanced chemistry knowledge and critical-thinking skills to effectively approach scientific problems grounded in chemistry. In addition, graduates will gain the ability to clearly and persuasively communicate advanced scientific ideas across scientific disciplines and to non-scientists alike.
The curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for successful careers in industry or chemistry education. It is anchored by four core courses covering fundamental chemistry concepts in thermodynamics, bonding, effective scientific communication and spectroscopy. These core courses are supplemented by 10 elective courses spanning all sub-disciplines of chemistry, including chemistry education.
Contact Information
chemistry@css.edu
Learning Outcomes
Upon completing the M.S. in Chemistry, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate an expanded knowledge of chemistry. Students will be able to articulate an understanding of complex concepts in several chemistry sub-disciplines, such as biochemistry, chemical education, analytical, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry.
- Critically read and evaluate scientific literature to develop critical assessment of scientific ideas.
- Effectively communicate complex scientific concepts, consequences, and the rationale underpinning conclusions, to specialist and non-specialist audiences clearly and unambiguously.
- Examine scientific ethical issues to properly identify ethical responsibility in science-related professions.
- Integrate advanced knowledge and critical thinking skills to evaluate scientific problems to gain new scientific insight.
Requirements
Students must achieve the following program requirements for all courses listed under Program Requirements and Program Required Courses for the Chemistry, M.S.
Program Requirements
Major Credits: 30
Minimum GPA: 3.0
Minimum Grade: C
Program Required Courses
Course List
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
| Bonding and Materials | |
| Topics in Thermodynamics 1 | |
| Topics in Kinetics |
| Advanced Spectroscopy | |
| Chemical Information and Communication | |
| Topics in Kinetics | |
| Topics in Thermodynamics |
| Medical Biochemistry | |
| Bioanalytical Chemistry | |
| Chemical Education | |
| Energy and Environment | |
| Introduction to Computational Chemistry | |
| Advanced Instrumental | |
| Pharmaceutical Chemistry | |
| Chemistry of the Elements | |
| Advanced Organic Chemistry | |
| Organometallic Reactions and Structures | |
| Topics in Chemistry | |
| Total Credits | 30 |
Degree Requirements
To graduate from The College of St. Scholastica, graduate students must meet the following minimum degree requirements.
Minimum GPA: 3.0
