Degrees & Areas of Study

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Hands-on chemistry education

SFA’s chemistry and biochemistry programs combine the high standards demanded by the American Chemical Society and the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology with small class sizes and hands-on learning. Students utilize our high-tech labs under the guidance and mentorship of phenomenal faculty and begin research early in their academic studies.

You’ll graduate prepared for a rewarding career in a variety of settings. Want to be a chemistry teacher? You can pursue a bachelor’s degree with secondary teacher certification. Interested in becoming a professional chemist? Our degree program will put you on the path to graduate school or to a career in a laboratory setting.

Degrees and areas of study offered

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry awards two degrees:

Bachelor of Science

  • Chemistry
    • Professional Chemist ACS certified
    • Biochemical/pre-medical
    • Interdisciplinary
    • JacksTeach (Secondary Education)
  • Biochemistry
    • Pre-professional programs (dentistry, medicine, optometry, pharmacy and veterinary)
    • Online degree available

Master of Science in Natural Sciences

Five-year dual Bachelor's and Master's

Certifications

 

Major Academic Planners (Degree MAPs)

Undergraduate degree major academic planners serve as a guide for taking the right courses in the right order as you make your way toward filing your official degree plan. A Degree MAP is a semester-by-semester sequence of courses that suggests courses you should complete each semester to be “on track” to graduation. To find the suggested Degree MAP for your area of study, explore the list below.

These documents are provided as a resource. Always consult with your academic advisor to ensure you're on track.

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Chemistry Courses

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