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Christopher Bauer
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Erik Berda
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Marc Boudreau
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Christine Caputo
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Arthur Greenberg
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Margaret Greenslade
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Anyin Li
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Gonghu Li
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Howard Mayne
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Roy Planalp
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Rudi Seitz
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Sterling Tomellini
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John Tsavalas
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Katharine Winans
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Charles Zercher
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Chemistry Major (B.S.)
Chemistry Major (B.S.)
What is a Bachelor of Science in chemistry?
This comprehensive program prepares students for success as professional chemists in industry and can also serve as a strong foundation for graduate studies in chemistry or related fields like materials science and pharmaceutical sciences. The B.S. degree provides rigorous training in chemistry’s traditional sub-disciplines (analytical, inorganic, organic and physical). Students gain laboratory experience in molecular synthesis and characterization, analytical and instrumental methods, physical chemical measurements and data analysis, and spectroscopy. Students also participate in scientific inquiry (via independent advanced laboratory and research experiences), which builds the communication, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills necessary for success in many careers. Students considering graduate degrees in chemistry should consider the Bachelor of Science degree.
Why study chemistry at UNH?
You’ll engage in a program of study approved by the American Chemical Society that explores a dynamic, creative and practical discipline. You’ll find a program small enough to be personal but comprehensive enough to provide excellent opportunities for challenge and growth, like independent research, leadership and peer-mentoring. You’ll have access to newly renovated laboratories, state-of-the-art equipment and faculty committed to transformative experiences for undergraduate students. Our graduates pursue careers in industry, go on to attend M.S. and Ph.D. programs and find success in environmental and health-related professions, making public policies, patent law and intellectual property, and educating future generations of scientists.
Potential careers
- Agricultural and food products
- Biotechnology
- Chemical analysis and quality control
- Chemical/pharmaceutical sales and marketing
- Chemical research and development
- Chemistry teacher
- Health professions
- Patent law, intellectual property and science policy
- Pharmaceuticals and pharmacology
- Plastics and coatings
- Science/technology writing
- Toxicology and forensic science
Curriculum & Requirements
Chemistry Major (B.S.) Description
The B.S. Chemistry degree is certified by the American Chemical Society and provides a deep, rigorous experience that prepares students for graduate work or a career in chemical industry and related fields. The curriculum offers thorough training in the major fields of chemistry, covering analytical, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry, as well as biochemistry. Students gain laboratory experience in molecular synthesis and characterization, analytical and instrumental methods, physical chemical measurements and data analysis, and spectroscopy. At the same time, the program requires students to participate in scientific inquiry, via both advanced laboratory experiences and independent research.
This is the suggested degree plan for B.S. Chemistry majors. A student can alter this plan in consultation with an academic adviser.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| CHEM 400 | Freshman Seminar | 1 |
| CHEM 403 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| MATH 425 | Calculus I | 4 |
| PHYS 407 | General Physics I | 4 |
| Discovery Course | 4 | |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Total Credits | 17 | |
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Credits | |
| CHEM 404 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| MATH 426 | Calculus II | 4 |
| ENGL 401 | First-Year Writing | 4 |
| PHYS 408 | General Physics II | 4 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
| Second Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| CHEM 517 | Quantitative Analysis | 4 |
| CHEM 518 | Quantitative Analysis Laboratory | 1 |
| CHEM 547 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM 549 | Organic Chemistry Laboratory | 2 |
| Discovery Courses (2 courses at 4 credits each) | 8 | |
| Credits | 18 | |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
| Second Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Credits | |
| CHEM 548 | Organic Chemistry II | 3 |
| CHEM 550 | Organic Chemistry Laboratory | 2 |
| CHEM 574 | Chemistry Across the Periodic Table | 4 |
| CHEM 576 | Experimental Inorganic Chemistry | 2 |
| Discovery Course | 4 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
| Third Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| CHEM 683 | Physical Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM 685 | Physical Chemistry Laboratory | 2 |
| CHEM 755 | Advanced Organic Chemistry | 3 |
| CHEM 774 | Inorganic Chemistry | 3 |
| CHEM 777 | Advanced Synthesis and Characterization | 3 |
| Discovery Course | 4 | |
| Credits | 18 | |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
| Third Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Credits | |
| CHEM 684 | Physical Chemistry II | 3 |
| CHEM 686 | Physical Chemistry Laboratory | 2 |
| CHEM 762 | Instrumental Methods of Chemical Analysis | 3 |
| CHEM 763 | Instrumental Methods of Chemical Analysis Laboratory | 2 |
| Elective Course | 4 | |
| Discovery Course | 4 | |
| Credits | 18 | |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| CHEM 776 | Physical Chemistry III | 3 |
| CHEM 799 | Senior Thesis ((first semester of a yearlong experience)) | 4 |
| BMCB 658 | General Biochemistry | 3 |
| Elective Course | 4 | |
| Credits | 14 | |
| Total Credits | 14 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Credits | |
| CHEM 798 | Senior Seminar | 1 |
| CHEM 799 | Senior Thesis ((second semester of a yearlong experience)) | 4 |
| Elective Courses (2 courses at 4 credits each) | 8 | |
| Credits | 13 | |
| Total Credits | 13 | |
Required Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 400 | Freshman Seminar | 1 |
| CHEM 403 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHEM 404 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| CHEM 517 & CHEM 518 | Quantitative Analysis and Quantitative Analysis Laboratory | 5 |
| CHEM 547 & CHEM 549 | Organic Chemistry I and Organic Chemistry Laboratory | 5 |
| CHEM 548 & CHEM 550 | Organic Chemistry II and Organic Chemistry Laboratory | 5 |
| CHEM 574 & CHEM 576 | Chemistry Across the Periodic Table and Experimental Inorganic Chemistry | 6 |
| BMCB 658 | General Biochemistry 1 | 3 |
| CHEM 683 & CHEM 685 | Physical Chemistry I and Physical Chemistry Laboratory | 5 |
| CHEM 684 & CHEM 686 | Physical Chemistry II and Physical Chemistry Laboratory | 5 |
| CHEM 755 & CHEM #756 | Advanced Organic Chemistry and Advanced Organic Chemistry Laboratory | 5-6 |
| CHEM 762 & CHEM 763 | Instrumental Methods of Chemical Analysis and Instrumental Methods of Chemical Analysis Laboratory | 5 |
| CHEM 774 & CHEM 775 | Inorganic Chemistry and Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory | 5 |
| CHEM 776 | Physical Chemistry III | 3 |
| CHEM 777 | Advanced Synthesis and Characterization | 3 |
| CHEM 798 | Senior Seminar | 1 |
| CHEM 799 | Senior Thesis 2 | 8 |
| MATH 425 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 426 | Calculus II | 4 |
| PHYS 407 | General Physics I | 4 |
| PHYS 408 | General Physics II | 4 |
| Total Credits | 89-90 | |
| 1 | BMCB 658 General Biochemistry satisfies the Discovery Biological Sciences requirement (for BS Chem majors only). |
| 2 | CHEM 799 Senior Thesis is a year-long experience of 4 credits per semester and satisfies the Discovery Capstone Experience requirement. |
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