Bachelor of Science in Chemistry - Chemical Engineering

The Chemistry major with Chemical Engineering concentration builds a thorough understanding of the theories and applications of chemistry while providing the necessary engineering principles to pursue an advanced degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Biochemistry. Chemistry-Chemical Engineering graduates can also seek immediate employment in practically any chemical industry, including, but not limited to, pharmaceutical, agricultural, petrochemical, food, cosmetics, medical, and environmental.

You gain a foundation in chemistry's five areas analytical, organic, inorganic, physical and biochemistry. With that background, you learn how to ask and answer thoughtful questions about chemistry in the world around you. Courses introduce you to research as early as your first year with opportunities to participate in faculty-mentored projects. You can continue research year-round through labs, independent studies and summer grants. These projects could make a difference in agriculture, medicine and the environment.

By the time you graduate, your experiences include:

Close mentoring relationships with faculty starting your first year, as the department boasts a 2:1 first-year major:faculty ratio
Hands-on experience using state-of-the-art lab equipment
A senior research project that allows you to explore a topic of interest
Opportunity to participate in collaborative faculty-led research and to present your work at local, regional and national conferences

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