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Department Overview
The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry offers undergraduate programs leading to the B.A. and B.S. degree in Chemistry, with optional concentrations in Biochemistry. It also offers a five-year B.S./Accelerated M.S. degree.
The Chemistry & Biochemistry degree programs at George Mason provide a comprehensive undergraduate education in chemistry designed to prepare students for professional careers in chemistry and for advanced studies in chemistry and chemistry related areas such as environmental science, material science, biochemistry, medicinal chemistry, geochemistry, chemical waste management, pharmacy, forensic chemistry, and chemical engineering. Students planning medical, dental, or veterinary careers may meet the requirements of these professional schools by majoring in chemistry.
The Department of Chemistry also offers graduate programs leading to the M.S. in Chemistry, the Ph.D in Physical Science, Ph.D. in Environmental Science and Public Policy, and the Ph.D. in Computational Sciences and Informatics. These programs provide advanced training for students who are recent college graduates, professionals in teaching, or technical workers in local research organizations. Students select a specialization from the fields of analytical, biological, environmental, inorganic, organic, physical, or computational chemistry. The graduate chemistry courses for these programs are usually offered during the late afternoon or evening hours for the convenience of students who are employed full time. Graduate fellowships and teaching/research assistantships are available to the most qualified students.
Areas of research include:
Areas of Research
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- Theoretical Chemistry
- Fuel Chemistry
- Electroanalytical Chemistry
- Organic and Polymer Synthesis
- Solid-State Chemistry
- Analytical Chemistry
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- Microemulsion Chemistry
- Nonlinear Optical Chemistry
- Environmental Geochemistry
- Surface Chemistry
- Educational Chemistry
- Biochemistry
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Visitors
Visitors are always welcome at the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry. Prospective students are especially encouraged to visit the campus; faculty members are happy to discuss academic and career opportunities in Chemistry. Appointments may be arranged by calling the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at (703) 993-1070, Monday though Friday, 9am to 5pm Eastern time.
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