The Department of Chemistry offers the Doctor of Philosophy and Doctor of Science degrees. The subjects offered for these degrees aim to develop a sound knowledge of fundamentals and a familiarity with current progress in the most active and important areas of chemistry. In addition to studying formal subjects, each student undertakes a research problem that forms the core of graduate work. Through the experience of conducting an investigation leading to the doctoral thesis, a student learns general methods of approach and acquires training in some of the specialized techniques of research.
Entrance Requirements
Students intending to pursue graduate work in Chemistry should have excellent undergraduate preparation in chemistry. The Department is flexible in its attitude toward the specific mathematics and physics preparation; the essential requirement is demonstration of ability to progress with advanced study and research in some area of special interest. Mathematics and physics are important prerequisites for graduate work in physical chemistry or chemical physics. On the other hand, less preparation in these areas would be required to work in organic chemistry. It is very helpful if prospective graduate students have already had research experience. Applicants are required to take the Graduate Record Examination, and we recommend that applicants take the chemistry subject GRE, though it is not mandatory.
How to Apply
The Department of Chemistry offers the Doctor of Philosophy and Doctor of Science degrees. The subjects offered for these degrees aim to develop a sound knowledge of fundamentals and a familiarity with current progress in the most active and important areas of chemistry. In addition to studying formal subjects, each student undertakes a research problem that forms the core of graduate work. Through the experience of conducting an investigation leading to the doctoral thesis, a student learns general methods of approach and acquires training in some of the specialized techniques of research.