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In addition to the Ph.D.
degree in Environmental Science the Department of
Chemistry and Physics offers a Master of Science (M.S.) degree
for students who want a less extensive graduate program in
chemistry. This degree program, usually completed in two
years, omits the intensive course concentration required for
the Ph.D. degree and requires a more modest research project
and thesis. The M.S. degree is particularly attractive for
students who do not plan a career in basic research, but who
want to work in the field of chemistry or a closely related
field.
GRADUATE COURSES
We believe that our course offerings provide the opportunity
for an outstanding education. Another important aspect of the
program are the special topics courses. One way that students
can learn about a research area from a faculty member is by
joining their research program; a second way is by taking an
advanced special topics course given by a faculty member in
their research area. By having faculty offer in-depth course
opportunities in their area of expertise, students can master
the new and exciting areas of chemical research represented in
the Department. The following courses are currently offered in
the Chemistry and Physics Department at the graduate level.
Admission Requirements:
Students seeking admission into the Master of Science in
Chemistry, must meet the admission requirements of the Graduate
School.
Courses required of all candidates:
CHEM 6353, Advanced Analytical Chemistry
CHEM 6393, Advanced Organic Chemistry
CHEM 6403, Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
CHEM 6433, Advanced Physical Chemistry
All students are required to complete:
Thesis or Professional Internship - 6 hours
Twelve hours of electives in Chemistry or an approved
related field. Minimum hours required for this program: 30
Electives:
CHEM 5043. Environmental Chemistry
CHEM 5053. Geochemistry
CHEM 5204. Inorganic Chemistry
CHEM 5224. Instrumentation
CHEM 5232. Chemical Literature
CHEM 5241. Biochemistry Laboratory
CHEM 543. Biochemistry Lecture
CHEM 5263. Radiochemical Techniques
CHEM 6144. Environmental Instrumentation
CHEM 6343. Special Topics
CHEM 6521-6. Professional Internship
CHEM 6581. Graduate Seminar
CHEM 6801-3. Independent Study
CHEM 6891-6. Thesis
GEOL 5333. Hydrogeology
PHYS 5403. Nuclear and Particle Physics
PHYS 5463. Advanced Mechanics
PHYS 5513. Advanced Electromagnetic Theory
PHYS 5533. Solid State Physics
PHYS 5553. Principles of Quantum Mechanics
PHYS 6801-3. Independent Study
Interdisciplinary Opportunities and Programs:
There are a number of centers and programs on campus that
provide research opportunities. Groups of faculty on
campus have created numerous programs to bring together
researchers in different departments with common interests.
Frequently they secure training grants from which student
support is available. Current programs include the Arkansas
Biosciences Institute.
Such programs allow students in the Chemistry and Physics
Department to pursue a variety of interdisciplinary research
projects that involve scientists in other departments. In
addition to formal programs, many faculty in Chemistry
collaborate on research projects in other departments and
colleges, and some Chemistry faculty hold joint appointments
in other Departments.
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