Chemistry
November 25, 2023 2026-11-09 13:47Why Choose TWU's Chemistry Degree?
Small Classes, Direct Mentorship
Personalized attention from faculty who know your goals.
Engaged Learning Beyond the Classroom
Clubs, internship opportunities, and experiential learning experiences that build your résumé and prepare you for life beyond graduation.
Kilbride Nature Sanctuary
Practice real-world biology and environmental science skills at TWU's Kilbride Nature Sanctuary.
Unique Emphases for Every Student
Choose an emphasis in general chemistry, pre-professional studies, environmental science, or secondary education.
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
A chemistry degree from TWU combines a broad education in chemistry with courses in physics and mathematics, with all material presented within the context of the liberal arts.
Through coursework and laboratory experiences, students study the atom as the basic unit of matter, how the bonding of atoms creates chemical compounds, the interactions of substances through inter-molecular forces that give matter its properties, and the interactions between substances through chemical reactions that form different substances.
Biology majors may choose an emphasis in general chemistry, pre-professional studies, environmental science, or forensic science.
B.A. or B.S. in Chemistry
The Chemistry degree imparts scientific competence, knowledge of scientific methodology, and an understanding of the relationship of science to society. The Department of Natural Sciences, which administers the Chemistry major, strives to develop the students’ basic skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and communications.
CORE SEMESTER HOURS
48 Semester Hours
General Chemistry Emphasis
The General Chemistry emphasis prepares a student for a wide variety of options
such as graduate education in the fields of chemistry, biology, chemical engineering, or environmental science; or employment in government, industry, research, or education. View the advising/degree needs list HERE.
CREDITS
11 Semester Hours
Pre-Professional Emphasis
The Pre-Professional emphasis is designed to provide students with a foundation in the sciences that should prepare them to apply to a professional school in the health field (dentistry, medicine, optometry, pharmacy, veterinary, etc.). View the advising/degree needs list HERE.
CREDITS
20 Semester Hours
Environmental Science Emphasis
The Environmental Science emphasis focuses on the application of chemical and
physical concepts to the study of the environment and solutions to environmental problems. It prepares students for employment in the field or for graduate education in areas such as environmental studies, environmental management, and sustainability. View the advising/degree needs list HERE.
CREDITS
28 Semester Hours
Forensic Science Emphasis
The Forensic Science emphasis is designed to prepare students for employment
in government agencies which center on crime solving and prevention. It also
prepares them for graduate education in the area of Chemistry, Criminal Justice, and/or Forensic Science.
CREDITS
21-31 Semester Hours
Secondary Education Chemistry Emphasis
A Secondary Education Chemistry emphasis prepares graduates to teach chemistry to students in grades 6th through 12th. View the advising/degree needs list HERE.
CREDITS
45 Semester Hours
