B.A. in Chemistry
The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in chemistry at SUNY Potsdam is ideally suited for students interested in careers in biotechnology, analytical labs, chemical industry, pharmacy, patent law, forensic science, secondary science education and other fields of science. The program is centered on a core chemistry curriculum that is smoothly integrated with various biological and arts-related courses offering students the flexibility to pursue other interests. Students will gain the necessary skills to analyze and solve modern problems through exposure to foundation coursework in chemistry. The laboratory component of the curriculum provides students with hands-on experience and exposes them to state-of-the-art instrumentation. Students hone their skills by working closely with faculty in research and advanced courses with small class sizes.
Outcomes
Students will be able to:
- describe the major concepts and theoretical principles in chemistry.
- solve basic problems in chemistry efficiently and accurately.
- execute basic experiments, applying instrumentation and fundamental laboratory methodologies.
Career Outlook
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“SUNY Potsdam’s chemistry department cares about enhancing students’ education by offering undergraduate research opportunities, which can arise as early as your second semester here at Potsdam and give you an upper hand when starting to apply for internships or external research opportunities. The department is most concerned with preparing you for the real-world and helping guide you to the finish line of your degree.”
Chemistry major