Program Overview
The Chemistry, BS program at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi provides a comprehensive education in chemistry with four concentrations: General, Environmental, Biochemistry, and Physical Science Education. The program prepares students for careers in industry, government, graduate study, medical or dental schools, and teaching chemistry or physics at the secondary level. It emphasizes communication skills and the use of technology in conveying chemical information.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Chemistry, BS program at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi aims to provide a high-quality educational experience for students majoring in chemistry. The program prepares students for various career paths, including industrial or government positions, graduate study, and entry into medical or dental schools. It also caters to those interested in teaching chemistry or physics at the 7-12 level or those needing chemical knowledge and skills for future studies in the sciences.
Outline:
The program offers four curriculum plans, referred to as Concentrations:
- General: This concentration provides a broad foundation in chemistry.
- Environmental: This concentration focuses on the chemistry of the environment.
- Biochemistry: This concentration emphasizes the chemistry of living organisms. It also offers an option for students to pursue certification in clinical chemistry.
- Physical Science Education: This concentration prepares students to teach chemistry or physics at the 7-12 level. The program requires a minimum of 120 credits:
- 2 credits: First-Year Seminars or Professional Skills (when applicable)
- 42 credits: Designated University Core Curriculum Program courses
- 21 credits: Special Foundations Courses
- 45-46 credits: Chemistry courses
- 9-10 credits: Electives
Careers:
Upon completion of the program, students are prepared for:
- Industrial or government positions: Examples include analytical chemist, biotechnologist, chemical engineer, and nanotechnologist.
- Graduate study: This could lead to advanced degrees in chemistry or related fields.
- Entry to medical or dental schools: The biochemistry concentration is particularly suitable for students pursuing these paths.
