Chemistry PhD

Within a thriving educational and research environment, the Department of Chemistry makes pioneering discoveries, and advances real-world applications of chemistry. We take pride in our collaborative spirit and strong tradition of graduate mentorship, guiding students toward high-level careers in academia. At UB, you will work with faculty members at the cutting edge of research to impact science, technology and society. The excellence of our graduate training is manifested in job placement in leading industrial and pharmaceutical companies, in government positions, and in faculty and postdoctoral positions at prestigious universities and colleges.

Curriculum

Required Core (9 credits)

Select 3 courses from the following areas:

CHE 501LEC - Organic Chemistry Credits: 3
OR
CHE 503LEC - Inorganic Chemistry Credits: 3
OR
MCH 501LEC - Drug Discovery Principles Credits: 3
AND
CHE 505LEC - Physical Chemistry Credits: 3
OR
CHE 506LEC - Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy of Molecules and Nanostructures Credits: 3
AND
CHE 507LEC - Analytical Chemistry Credits: 3
OR
CHE 508LEC - Statistics & Instrmtatn Credits: 3

Electives (9 credits)

CHE XXX - Graduate elective chemistry courses are chosen in consultation with Advisor

Culminating Experience (54 credits)

CHE 598TUT - Graduate Rsch Proposal Credits: 1
CHE 720LAB - Graduate Research Credits: 1 - 19

Total Credit Hours: 72

3.0 Degree GPA required

Instruction Method

In Person (100 percent of courses offered in person)

Full/Part Time Options

Full Time

Credits Required

72 Hours

Time-To-Degree

5 Years

Application Fee

$75

SED Statement

This program is officially registered with the New York State Education Department (SED).

Online programs/courses may require students to come to campus on occasion. Time-to-degree and number of credit hours may vary based on full/part time status, degree, track and/or certification option chosen. Time-to-degree is based on calendar year(s). Contact the department for details.