Professional Chemistry

College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

Department of Chemistry

Location: Sundquist Science Complex - A308
Phone: 931-221-7628
Website: www.apsu.edu/chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at Austin Peay State University is nationally certified by the American Chemical Society, devoted to student success, and prepares students for a wide variety of career options. Our mission is to educate students to independently and critically think, apply chemical concepts and principles to better understand the scientific world, and help them to become scientifically literate. We use innovative pedagogical and research strategies to engage students and cultivate a passion for chemistry and scientific learning. Graduates directly enter the workforce as highly skilled chemists or teachers, or pursue further education upon entrance to professional schools, including graduate programs in chemistry, medical schools, pharmacy schools, and dental schools.

General Education Core

Credit Hours
see Common Core	41
University-Wide Freshman Seminar Requirement	1

Major Core Requirements

Lower Division Courses

Total Hours 25

Upper Division Courses

Total Hours 25

Major Guided Electives

Select three (3) additional hours from Any CHEM 3000-4999
Select 21 hours of any Chemistry courses in consultation with your advisor

Total Hours 24

Preprofessional Chemisty

Total Program Hours 120

Note:

Student is NOT required to declare a Minor but it is recommended.