Florida Atlantic鈥檚 Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs, including the ACS-certified B.S. degree in chemistry, the B.S. degree with a Biochemistry concentration, the Honors Program in Chemistry, and the Doctoral and Master's graduate degrees in Chemistry. Research conducted by faculty in the Department contributes to most major fields of chemistry, such as organic chemistry, biochemistry, and physical chemistry, as well as cross-disciplinary research areas that include chemical biology and medicinal chemistry, biophysical chemistry, materials chemistry, natural products chemistry, and environmental chemistry. We invite you to explore and consider our variety of programs for undergraduate and graduate student research, which can lead you to a fulfilling career as a chemist in academia or industry.
Degrees Offered at Florida Atlantic
Undergraduate
- Bachelor of Science with Concentration in Chemistry
- Minor Concentration in Chemistry
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Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes
2. Develop the skills needed for graduate study, medical school or careers in chemistry-related fields.
3. Gain experience in laboratory techniques, data analysis and scientific communication.
4. Complete an original research project and honors thesis under faculty guidance.
2. Apply critical thinking to solve complex scientific problems.
3. Communicate scientific ideas clearly in both written and oral formats.
4. Work effectively in teams and independently on research projects.
5. Prepare for advanced study or professional opportunities in chemistry, medicine, environmental science and related fields.

Maciej Stawikowski, Ph.D.
Research Associate Professor
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Chemistry and Biochemistry

Ilyas Yildirim, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Chemistry and Biochemistry

Qi Zhang, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Boca Raton Campus
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