Chemistry
At a glance
The chemistry program at UT Dallas, offered by the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, merges chemistry, physics, mathematics, biology and computer science. A degree in chemistry provides a solid foundation and versatile skill set that can be applied to a wide range of fields and industries.
The program emphasizes interdisciplinary problem-solving through its integrated laboratory sequence. Our hands-on research opportunities not only deepen understanding but also hones skills in data analysis, problem-solving, and scientific methodology and innovation.
Majoring in chemistry allows individuals to contribute to solutions that positively impact society and the environment. Chemists contribute to advancements in healthcare, environmental sustainability, renewable energy, food production, and more.
Programs
Career Potential
A chemistry degree can serve as a foundation for pursuing advanced degrees in chemistry or related
fields such as medicine, pharmacy, materials science, or environmental science. Graduates of the
program have gone on to pursue a wide variety of professional careers, such as:
- Research/pharmaceutical scientist
- Analytical chemist
- Lab technician
- Materials scientist
- Forensic scientist
- Environmental chemist
- Chemical engineer
- Quality assurance/quality control specialist
- Patent examiner
- Professor
- Regulatory affairs specialist
- Science writer/communicator
Common Job Titles
Chemist, Process Engineer, QAQC Officer, Materials Engineer, R & D Scientist, Laboratory Manager, R & D Scientist, Scientist, Technical Sales Rep., Process Engineer, Teacher, Materials Chemist, Research Associate, Clinical Research Scientist, Research Assistant/Associate, Adhesive Chemist, Environmental Engineer, Process Engineer/Scientist, Test Engineer, Computational Engineer, Systems Engineer
Who Hires Our Graduates?
Companies: 3M, Abbott Laboratories, Apple Inc., BASF, Biogen, British Petroleum (BP), Citgo Petroleum, Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, Corning, ExxonMobil Corporation, Frito-Lay, Pfizer, Raytheon, Roche, Pepsico Foundation, Inc., Nokia, Inc., Thermo Fisher Scientific, US Food and Drug Administration, Mary Kay, Inc., Merck & Co., Inc., Texas Instruments Incorporated
Higher education: UT Dallas, Baylor University, University of Houston, University of Minnesota, Notre Dame University, University of Kentucky, Michigan State University, Mississippi State University
US Department of Energy National Laboratories: Los Alamos National Laboratory, Argonne National Laboratory, Oakridge National Lab
Health Centers: UT Southwestern Medical Center, Baylor University Medical Center, Baylor Scott and White Medical Center, Emory University, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas
School Districts: Richardson, Garland, Frisco, Dallas, Cypress
Have questions? Email NSMadmissions@utdallas.edu