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Chemistry Master's

Master of Science (M.S.)

Examine traditional and innovative aspects of chemistry and prepare to advance scientific knowledge in any field.

From medicine and biotechnology to applied physics and materials science, advances in science today depend on an expert understanding of chemical principles. With a master’s degree in Chemistry from UND, you’ll have knowledge and skills that distinguish you as a researcher and a scientist.

Program type:
Master's Degree
Format:
On Campus
Est. time to complete:
2.5 years
Credit hours:
32

Why earn a master's in chemistry?

Application Deadlines
Fall:
Aug. 1
Spring:
Dec. 1
Summer:
May 1

As the foundation of all molecular sciences, chemistry plays an increasingly important role in advancing almost every area of scientific knowledge. The Chemistry master's program at UND gives you a broad education in chemical principles along with a targeted focus in one of the following specialties:

  • Analysis and applications
  • Theory
  • Synthesis

Thesis and non-thesis options are available for this program. Under the supervision of an expert chemistry faculty member, you'll conduct original research and present it in the form of an M.S. thesis. And you'll prepare to launch a career as a professional research chemist or chemistry educator.

Chemistry Master's at UND

  • Attend national and international conferences to present your research.

  • Receive financial support through a teaching assistantship.

  • Work with experienced faculty who regularly publish peer-reviewed research.

  • Present at least one departmental seminar.

  • Use state-of-the-art instrumentation.

  • Participate in our Chemistry Graduate Student Association and other student activities.

Master's Degree in Chemistry Jobs

80K

Mean annual salary for chemists

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

6%

Expected growth in demand for chemists and materials scientists by 2030

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

UND's master's in Chemistry gives you concrete skills that are essential to professional success — including technical skills and the ability to communicate effectively. The majority of our graduates go on to careers as chemists in major industrial companies. Others become chemists at governmental agencies or academic institutions. Additional options include:

  • Applied Research and Product Development
  • Biotechnology
  • Chemical Health and Safety
  • Cheminformatics
  • Energy
  • Environmental protection
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Materials/polymers
  • Quality Control
  • Toxicology
  • Water Chemistry

A chemistry master's degree gives you concrete skills that are essential to professional success including technical skills and the ability to communicate effectively. The majority of our graduates go on to careers as chemists in major industrial companies. Others become chemists at governmental agencies or instructors in academic institutions.

Additional options can be divided into five main sectors: industry, academia, government, non-profit, and entrepreneurship.

A master's in chemistry also provides a great foundation for further study at the doctoral level.

Chemistry Master's Courses You Could Take

CHEM 512. Organometallic Chemistry. 3 Credits.

Preparation, bonding and reactivity of organometallic compounds, both main group and transition metal. Prerequisite: CHEM 454.

CHEM 529. Special Topics in Synthetic Chemistry. 1-3 Credits.

Topic of current interest. May be repeated for credit if topic is different. Prerequisite: CHEM 520 or CHEM 521 or CHEM 510. Repeatable. On demand.

CHEM 530. Chemical Thermodynamics. 3 Credits.

Application of classical and statistical thermodynamics to chemical equilibrium, phase equilibrium and the physical properties of solutions. Three hours lecture. Prerequisite: CHEM 465 or an equivalent approved by the department.

CHEM 532. Quantum Mechanics in Chemistry. 3 Credits.

Application of the time-dependent Schroedinger equation to rotational, vibrational and magnetic spectroscopy; selection rules. Relation of molecular structural parameters and spectroscopic measurements; principles of group theory. 3 hours lecture. Prerequisite: CHEM 464 or an equivalent approved by the department.

CHEM 543. Chromatography. 3 Credits.

Fundamentals of modern chromatographic techniques including principles of band broadening, gas chromatography, liquid chromatography, and representative sampling problems. Three hours lecture. Prerequisite: CHEM 461 or an equivalent approved by the department.

CHEM 541. Analytical Spectroscopy. 3 Credits.

Fundamentals of analytical spectroscopy including principles of emission spectroscopy, flame photometry, atomic absorption, infrared and Raman spectroscopy, ultraviolet/visible spectroscopy, and fluorescence. 3 hours lecture. Prerequisite: CHEM 461 or an equivalent approved by the department.

Hands-On Experience

Conduct research in an environment tailored to help you achieve your goals.

Explore More Options

Check out the faculty you'll work with at UND or discover additional graduate education opportunities.

Department Contact
Guodong Du
Graduate Program Director
P 701.777.2241
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