Academic Programs

The Chemistry program is accredited by the American Chemical Society (ACS). There are three tracks of study which result in the ACS accredited Chemistry degree: Chemistry, Biochemistry and Environmental Chemistry. A program of study culminating in ACS undergraduate certification is required of all candidates for the B.S. degree in Chemistry.

To accommodate Furman University's new curriculum and calendar (to begin in the 2008-2009 academic year), coursework requirements have been modified. Please also review the recommended course paths for continuing students and new students.


Degree requirements

One of the following tracks must be completed in order to receive the B.S. degree with a major in chemistry:

Track of Study	Required Courses
Chemistry	CHM 075(75), 110(11), 120(21), 210(12), 220, 230, 240(23), 310(31), 330(33), 340(34) and 502(85)* Four credits from the following: CHM 410(41), 420, 430, 440(47), 450, or 460 MTH 150(11), 151(12), and 160(13) PHY 111(11) and 112(12).
Environmental Chemistry	CHM 075(75), 110(11), 120(21), 210(12), 220, 230, 240(23), 310(31), 330(33), 340(34) and 502(85)* CHM 440(47) MTH 150(11), 151(12), and 160(13) PHY 111(11) and 112(12) Two courses in Biology or Earth and Environmental Sciences (EES), approved in advance by the Chemistry department.
Biochemistry	CHM 075(75), 110(11), 120(21), 210(12), 220, 230, 240(23), 310(31), 330(33), 460(43), 465(44), and 502(85)* MTH 150(11) and 151(12) PHY 111(11) and 112(12) Two Biology courses approved by the Chemistry department.

* The research performed to meet the required CHM 502 requirement must have a component related to the desired area of certification.


For students participating in the Annual Summer Undergraduate Research Program

Participation in the annual summer undergraduate research program is accepted in lieu of the required CHM 501(80) or 502(85). Each student must also write a paper based on the research or independent study and present the work to a faculty committee. Papers prepared in the summer undergraduate research program may meet this requirement.


For students pursuing teaching careers

Majors wishing to pursue a career in teaching must complete BIO 111(11), CSC 101(CS 16), MTH 150(11) and 151(12), PHY 111(11) and 112(12), and EDU 111(11), 120(20), 221(21), 350(50), 454(54), EDEP 670(170) in addition to the prescribed courses in the major.

The requirements for certification (teaching internship) will be completed on a post-baccalaureate, graduate credit basis, with the student becoming eligible for certification at the end of fall term following graduation. Please refer to the Education department for specific requirements for admission to the Teacher Education Program and other pertinent information.