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Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry offers American Chemical Society (ACS) approved programs. We also offer students a variety of opportunities inside the classroom and laboratory. While allowing the student to grow and develop academically, our programs also build on the liberal arts mission of the University of North Georgia. Students have the opportunity to participate in undergraduate research, field trips, chemistry outreach programs, and service opportunities.

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Associate Degrees may be started on any campus except Dahlonega and can be completed in Gainesville or Oconee (coded below). Read about UNG internal transfer policies.

Associate Degree(s) in Core Curriculum with pathway courses

Associate degrees in core curriculum require 18 credit hours in Area F (pathway courses) within the 60 credit hour degree.
Pathway Catalog Campus Colleges or Academic Units
Chemistry Pathway (A.S.) G College of Science & Mathematics

The campus designation code indicates that the degree can be completed on that campus or online, as indicated.
*Degree requires visits to multiple campuses.

BBlue Ridge
CCumming
DDahlonega
GGainesville
OOconee
OnlineOnline

Bachelor’s Degrees may be started on any campus and can only be completed in Dahlonega or Gainesville (coded below).

Bachelor's Degree Title Catalog Campus Colleges or Academic Units
Chemistry Major with Biochemistry Concentration (B.S.) D G College of Science & Mathematics
Chemistry/Engineering Dual Degree (B.S.) D G College of Science & Mathematics
Secondary Education Major with Chemistry Concentration (B.S.) D G College of Education
Chemistry (B.S.) D G College of Science & Mathematics
Chemistry Major with Chemical Physics Concentration (B.S.) D G College of Science & Mathematics

The campus designation code indicates that the degree can be completed on that campus or online, as indicated.
*Degree requires visits to multiple campuses.

BBlue Ridge
CCumming
DDahlonega
GGainesville
OOconee
OnlineOnline
Minors may be only completed in conjunction with a Bachelor’s Degree.
Program Name Catalog Campus Colleges or Academic Units
Chemistry Minor College of Science & Mathematics

The campus designation code indicates that the degree can be completed on that campus or online, as indicated.
*Degree requires visits to multiple campuses.

BBlue Ridge
CCumming
DDahlonega
GGainesville
OOconee
OnlineOnline

Upcoming Events

Junior & Senior Seminar Presentations

Every Friday at 2:15 p.m.
Rogers Hall

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Internships

Aeon Global Health

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry has established a close working relationship with Aeon Global Health, a provider of services in cancer genomics, toxicology, pharmacogenomics health technology applications.  Multiple internship opportunities are available in the fall, spring, and summer.

Z. Brown Distillery

Z. Brown Distillery, a local producer of American whiskey, has teamed with the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry to establish multiple internships at their local distillery. Interns get extensive hands-on experience in multiple facets of the whiskey distilling process. Internship opportunities exist for fall, spring, and summer.

What can you do with a chemistry/biochemistry degree?

The American Chemical Society is a great resource for anyone interested in pursuing a career in chemistry.

  • Industrial, government or military chemist
  • Consultant
  • Teacher (with proper certification)  
  • Research and Development  
  • Pharmaceutical Sales 

 

  • Engineering, including chemical engineer  
  • Lawyer (such as a patent lawyer)  
  • Business professional or advanced degree
  • Politician or Lobbyist  

Which degree is right for you?

The ACS certified Bachelor’s degree provides concentrations in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical physics, secondary education certification or pre-engineering. Alternatively, students can pursue an Associate’s degree in chemistry or geology. Which one is right for you?

If you are interested in: Then consider:
Chemistry industry or government B.S. in Chemistry
Chemistry graduate school B.S. in Chemistry
Chemistry Education B.S. in Chemical Education or
B.S. in Chemistry then pursue a MAT degree
Pre-medicine B.S. in Chemistry with biology minor
Pre-pharmacy B.S. in Chemistry with biology minor
Pre-physicians assistant B.S. in Chemistry with biology minor
Pre-dentistry B.S. in Chemistry with biology minor
Pre-optometry B.S. in Chemistry with biology minor
Any other health professional B.S. in Chemistry with biology minor
Pre-engineering/Dual Degree B.S. in Chemistry/Engineering Dual Degree
Forensics/Criminal Justice chemist B.S. in Chemistry with forensics or CJ minor

Professional Degree Options

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