PhD in Chemistry in Boston United States | Boston University

The chemistry doctoral program equips graduates for academic teaching and research roles, as well as scientific positions in industry and government. Admission requires a bachelor's degree in chemistry or a closely aligned field.

Program Objectives
Candidates must develop, execute, present, and defend an innovative research project at the forefront of their specialty.
Graduates should exhibit comprehensive knowledge of their chosen field and contribute to scholarly advancement.
Participants must recognize potential ethical challenges in their area of study and formulate appropriate resolution approaches.
Doctoral candidates should possess the skills to effectively teach and advocate for their discipline in undergraduate education.
Degree Specifications
The PhD requires completion of 64 credit units:

Minimum 20 units from academic courses (five 4-credit classes).
Four courses must be at 600-level or higher
Up to two chemistry courses may be replaced with approved graduate-level mathematics or natural science electives
Remaining credits should be fulfilled through PhD research coursework (CH 901/902 PhD Research in Chemistry)