Master's in Chemistry (MS)
Master's in Chemistry (MS):
Applied Chemistry Specialization
Clinical Biochemistry Specialization
The Master’s in Chemistry (MS) prepares students for careers in research, development, education, and administration. Students will learn the skills needed to conduct specialized laboratory research in the highly competitive chemical and biological industries. The Master's in Chemistry (MS) program offers two specializations: Applied Chemistry and Clinical Biochemistry, allowing students to customize their degree to best fit their career aspirations.
The Master's in Chemistry (MS): Applied Chemistry Specialization program features:
- The skills you need to conduct specialized laboratory research in highly competitive industries
- A solid understanding of methods, statistics, and research design
- Flexibility; focus on analytical and inorganic chemistry, biochemistry, or organic chemistry
The Master's in Chemistry (MS): Clinical Biochemistry Specialization program features:
- A solid understanding of methods, statistics and research design
- Hands-on experience in a clinical lab setting
- Preparation for a doctoral program or careers in the pharmaceutical industry and biodefense
- Experience writing grant proposals for research funding
Accelerator Admission
Details
| Advanced Master’s Accelerator Program | Master’s Accelerator Program | Pre-Sessional English Language | |
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| GPA | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| IELTS | 6.5, no subscore below 5.5 | 6.0, no subscore below 5.0 | 5.5 |
| Available Entry | Spring or Fall | Spring, Summer, or Fall | |
Qualifying undergraduate degrees:
1) Four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent, in Chemistry or Biochemistry, from an accredited university.
2) Only Students who hold an undergraduate degree in Biochemistry or have successfully completed Biochemistry I and II at the undergraduate or graduate level may elect to progress into the Master’s in Chemistry: Clinical Biochemistry Specialization (MS). Biochemistry I and II may be taken in the MAP program will not transfer to the MS in Chemistry degree. This will add time and cost to the estimated degree completion date.
Sample Coursework
Below is a list of degree-related courses you might take during your Master’s Accelerator Program. Courses may change based on availability and your preferences.
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Research Method Design
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Separation Science
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Trace Analysis
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Statistical Methods
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Clinical Laboratory: Analysis, Quality Assurance and Control
Progression Details
| Advanced Master’s Accelerator Program | Master’s Accelerator Program | Pre-Sessional English Language | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Credits Earned Towards Degree | up to 6 | up to 9 | 0 |
| Progression Into | Master’s degree program | Master’s degree program | Master’s Accelerator Program |
| Progression Requirements | GPA of 3.0 with no grade lower than a C | GPA of 3.0 with no grade lower than a C | Successful completion of the qualifying level in ELTA with a grade of B or higher in each course |