Chemists today are involved in biotechnology, materials science, forensic science, medicine, education, and law. They have advanced problem-solving and communications skill and have a broad science background to understand how chemistry relates to biology, pharmacology, medicine, manufactured and natural materials, and the environment.

Our program prepares students for work in basic chemistry and modern chemistry-related disciplines. Course work includes study in analytical, inorganic, organic, physical chemistry, and biochemistry, and gives students a solid background in math, physics, and computer science. Students learn to perform accurate and precise quantitative measurements; synthesize and characterize inorganic and organic compounds; conduct proper laboratory practices; and master how to use computers to acquire and analyze data, create simulations, make theoretical predictions, access information, and prepare reports.

As our knowledge of the chemical basis of the world grows, chemists are in increasing demand in hospitals, research labs, and academic environments around the world. A degree in chemistry is a natural lead-in to medical school, and is also a perfect background for advanced study in law and business. The communication and analytical skills developed in Northeastern’s program will help students advance in any career.