Chemistry (Ph.D.)
Immerse yourself in the practice of chemistry and prepare for a career at the forefront of contemporary research.
The principles of chemistry underlie some of today’s most exciting breakthroughs in everything from applied physics and biotechnology to medicine. As a Ph.D. candidate in Chemistry at UND, you’ll complete a major research project and make original contributions to the field.
- Program type:
- Doctoral Degree
- Format:
- On-campus
- Est. time to complete:
- 4.5 years
- Credit hours:
- 90
Why Study Chemistry at UND?
Chemists play an increasingly important role in advancing scientific knowledge and breaking new ground. The Ph.D. program at UND combines hands-on laboratory research and classroom instruction to distinguish you as independent thinker, capable of making original contributions to the field. You'll graduate with the ability to:
- Design and interpret experiments using logic and critical-thinking skills.
- Communicate effectively in writing and in oral presentations on technical topics.
- Conduct research in traditional disciplines as well as in a variety of interfacial areas, including nanotechnology, renewable materials, polymerization catalysis, organoanalytical, organometallic and applied theoretical chemistry.
As a Ph.D. Chemistry student, you'll complete a major research project that makes significant contributions to the field of chemistry.