Doctor of Philosophy (Chemistry Major)

Concentrations are available in Analytical, Computational, Inorganic, Organic, and Physical Chemistry. The Ph.D. degree requires 72 hours approved by the student's advisory committee:

• Up to 12 hours in 6000 level courses (see diagnostic requirements)
• At least 15 hours in courses numbered 7100/8100 - 7899/8899, with at least two areas of chemistry represented (courses must be in chemistry or a related discipline approved by the student's advisory committee)
• Presentation (CHEM 7911) and Advanced Presentation (CHEM 8911)
• Up to two hours of seminar (CHEM 7913; students are expected to attend all department seminars while in residence)
• Up to 42 hours in research and independent study (CHEM 7001/8001, 7910/8910, 9000)
• Comprehensive examinations, including written cumulative examinations and a research prospectus

Further details may be found in the Graduate Catalog.

Information for after you earn your degree:

• American Chemical Society Careers
• UofM Career Services
• What can you do with a degree in Chemistry?
• Links for careers in Chemistry