Requirements for M.S./Ph.D.

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Doctor of Philosophy
The Ph.D. degree is a research degree and students normally begin research during the first year in graduate school. As soon as the entering student has selected a research adviser, an advisory committee is established to develop an appropriate course of study designed to meet individual needs. The Ph.D. degree consists of completion of a suitable program of study, a preliminary doctoral oral exam, a written comprehensive examination that is satisfied by cumulative examinations, an original research project culminating in a dissertation, and a final oral examination.

Master of Science (non-thesis)
The Master of Science (non-thesis) degree requires a minimum of thirty semester hours. The candidate must earn at least twenty-four hours of graduate credit in chemistry and allied subjects. The student's program of study is determined by the student's advisory committee. A written report submitted to the student's research director describing work done and a written examination that may be satisfied by cumulative examinations are also required. Admission to the Ph.D. program after completing the M.S. degree in the department requires approval a Graduate Studies Committee.