MSc in Chemistry and Chemical Biology - Materials in Ithaca United States | Cornell University

The M.S. program requires completing 30 credit hours of coursework. While some students may finish in one academic year, most typically take longer. Given the varied academic backgrounds and career objectives of each candidate, we expect considerable diversity in study plans and avoid imposing strict prerequisite courses. However, we generally expect most credits to be earned through advanced chemistry and related subjects. Your personalized curriculum will be tailored to your interests through discussions with the M.S. Graduate Program Director, potentially incorporating courses from various disciplines across Cornell.

This program caters to individuals seeking advanced training in the chemical sciences while enhancing their research, analytical, and teaching skills. Research-focused students must demonstrate initiative by designing and pursuing their own projects, with the M.S. degree granted upon completion of a research project documented in an archival thesis submitted to both the student's committee and the Graduate School. First-year students typically enroll in Chem 5110 during fall semester, which introduces the extensive research resources available within the chemistry department and university-wide.

Cornell maintains a distinguished legacy in materials research, combining engineering and chemical approaches. The Chemistry and Chemical Biology department features robust research initiatives spanning experimental and theoretical materials chemistry, incorporating inorganic, organic, analytical, and physical chemistry methodologies.