Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
Nashville, USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
USD 28,590 / per semester *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* per 12-18 credit hours
Introduction
The Bachelor of Science in chemistry provides students with a strong scientific education combined with incredible hands-on learning opportunities. Our robust undergraduate research programs and newly renovated laboratories with modern instrumentation and technology give students the experience needed to excel in a variety of careers.
Program Benefits
- Learn from faculty who possess high degrees in their fields, who have relevant and valuable real-world experience, and who make an effort to know you personally.
- Take advantage of our renovated facilities and state-of-the-art equipment.
- Participate in our robust undergraduate research programs.
What to Expect
As a student in Trevecca’s Bachelor of Science in the chemistry program, you’ll gain a strong foundation for success through a combination of rigorous coursework and incredible hands-on learning opportunities. We take laboratory and research experience seriously, so you’ll be able to conduct research in individual classes, over the course of a full semester, or during a summer internship.
We also believe you should be able to tailor your education to match your personal interests and goals, so you’ll have the opportunity to work one-on-one with a professor as you complete original research projects using modern instrumentation. From catalyst development to computational chemistry, the research you complete will equip you to reach your future goals. Graduates of Trevecca’s chemistry program have a high success rate of obtaining competitive jobs or being admitted to graduate or medical programs.
Why Choose Trevecca?
Founded in 1901 and a leader in online education for more than two decades, Trevecca helps students discover and pursue an individual calling by providing innovative instruction; cultivating a supportive, Christ-centered community; and establishing relationships that open doors.
Recognized nationally and locally for academic quality, Trevecca has earned a reputation for providing the world with servant leaders, problem solvers, and difference makers. Trevecca’s holistic approach to education encompasses intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth.
As a Christian university, we offer programs that explore the ways faith intersects with your field of study. This means you can gain your chemistry degree in a supportive, Christian community with small classroom sizes and engaged faculty members who care about you and your goals.
Curriculum
General Education — 42 or 43 hours
Exceptions: The Laboratory Science and Mathematics components of the General Education curriculum are fulfilled by required major and support courses. Issues in Science is waived in lieu of upper-division chemistry courses.
Major — 42 hours
- CHE 1040 General Chemistry I 4
- CHE 1050 General Chemistry II 4
- CHE 2010 Organic Chemistry I 4
- CHE 2020 Organic Chemistry II 4
- CHE 2530 Analytical Chemistry 4
- CHE 3220 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry 4
- CHE 3335/BIO 3335/PHY 3335 Junior Seminar in Chemistry 1
- CHE 3510/BIO 3510 Biochemistry I 4
or
- CHE 3520/BIO 3520 Biochemistry II 4
- CHE 4010 Physical Chemistry I 4
- CHE 4020 Physical Chemistry II 3
- CHE 4030 Polymer and Materials Chemistry 4
- CHE 4335/BIO 4335/PHY 4335 Senior Seminar in Chemistry 1
- CHE 4340 Research Projects in Chemistry 1-3
Required Support Courses — 26 hours
- BIO 1510 General Biology I 4
- MAT 1350 Statistical Analysis for the Sciences 3
- MAT 1510 Calculus I 4
- MAT 1520 Calculus II 4
- PHY 2110 General Physics I 4
- PHY 2120 General Physics II 4
- SCI 2150 Introduction to Computer Technology for the Sciences 3
Minor — 15-20 hours
(Minor in Biology, Physics, or Math is desirable.)
Total Credit Hours: 125-131
Career Opportunities
From analytical chemists to research scientists, our graduates are well-equipped to be competitive in today’s market. With your chemistry degree from Trevecca, you’ll be prepared for admittance into graduate or medical programs, or well-prepared to succeed in roles like these:
- Research chemist
- Analytical chemist
- Forensic chemist
- Lab technician
- Chemical engineer
- Chemistry teacher
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