Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Chemistry - General] From University of West Georgia

This Chemistry - General programme offered at?University of West Georgia?includes a number of fundamental courses in chemistry and allows for students with interests in additional fields to build a broad based curriculum. Combining this degree with a minor or second major prepares students for a laboratory positions and a variety of career opportunities that include: with business ? technical sales; with biology or geology ? environmental studies or industrial hygiene; with political science followed by law school ? patent law; with education ? middle school or high school teaching.

Upon completion of the following degree tracks the student will have acquired:

• competence in the basic content of organic, inorganic, physical, analytical chemistry, and biochemistry;
• the ability to carry out experimental protocols and analyze and interpret data;
• the ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written presentations;
• proficiency in the use of appropriate computer applications and information technology as applied to chemistry;
• adequate preparation to compete successfully in a science-related career or entering professional school;
• an understanding of the impact of chemistry in a global/societal context.