Program Overview
The Ph.D. program in Chemistry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison offers students the opportunity to conduct groundbreaking research in a collaborative environment. The program encompasses traditional and interdisciplinary fields of chemistry, with pathways in Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Biology, Chemistry Education Research, Inorganic Chemistry, Materials Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Physical Chemistry. Students work with advisors to tailor their coursework and research to their specific interests.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Ph.D. program in Chemistry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison offers students the opportunity to conduct groundbreaking research in a collaborative and supportive environment. The program encompasses traditional areas such as physical, analytical, inorganic, and organic chemistry and has expanded to include interdisciplinary fields like environmental chemistry, materials chemistry, chemical biology, and chemistry education research.
Outline:
General Requirements:
- Seminar-Teaching of Chemistry (CHEM 901)
- Laboratory Safety (CHEM 607)
- Seminar: Review of Current Research (CHEM 980)
- Research (CHEM 990)
- Breadth requirement (minimum of 8 credits in STEM courses outside of chemistry)
- Elective courses (minimum of 300 credits to meet the 51 credit requirement)
Pathways:
- Analytical Chemistry
- Chemical Biology
- Chemistry Education Research
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Materials Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry Each pathway has specific required courses and other path-specific requirements.