Doctor's degree Chemistry - Texas Christian University

Doctor's degree Chemistry from Texas Christian University is a Campus Ph.D Chemistry degree that prepares you for a Science career. The Ph.D. program in chemistry consists of the following components: Original research, culminating in the defense of a dissertation project at the end of his/her graduate career. Lecture courses that provide the student with extensive depth and breadth of knowledge in major areas of chemistry. A cumulative examination program in the student's major subject area of interest. A Seminar program based on presentations given by visiting scholars as well as TCU students and faculty. Teaching experience, typically as a laboratory assistant to undergraduate laboratory courses. Research The dissertation research project is the single most important undertaking of a student's graduate career. Other requirements, including course work, cumulative examinations, seminars, and teaching, are intended to broaden students' exposure to chemistry and aid in developing the essential skills of oral and written scientific communication. Choice of a faculty mentor as dissertation research adviser comes early in thc Ph.D. program, typically by the end of the first semester of graduate study. By a series of one-on-one interviews, the student and individual faculty members explore subjects of mutual interest, leading to the student joining a research group and choosing a research topic tailored to individual interests. Upon joining a research group, the student obtains advice on research, course selection, and career planning from advanced students in the research group as well as from the research adviser. Dissertation research normally begins soon after joining a specific research group and continues until a satisfactory dissertation is completed. Most students entering our program complete the program in approximately 4 and 3/4 years. Course Work Students take most courses in the first year of graduate study. A wide selection of courses allows students to extend the breath and depth of their chemical knowledge. After selecting a research adviser at the end of the first semester, students select additional courses with the advice of their advisor to suit their needs and interests. View more details on Texas Christian University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Chemistry courses.