The Chemistry department aims to graduate distinguished bachelor's and master's graduates and provide them with the skills that qualify them to work in various disciplines and fields
Mission:
To prepare qualified academicians and researchers with advanced knowledge and skills in the field of chemistry to contribute to community development.
Objectives:
1- To possess deep specialized knowledge in chemical sciences and understanding of emerging developments.
2- To prepare scientists for contributing in solving scientific problems in academia and industry.
3- To conduct high-impact scientific research that contributes in the development and prosperity of society.
4- To uphold integrity, autonomy, and responsibility in research and professional practice while fostering collaboration and community.
· Academician
· Research Scientist
· Industrial Chemist / R&D Specialist
· Principal Investigator (PI) for funded research projects
· Laboratory Director
· Consultant
· Government Scientist / Policy Advisor
· Quality Assurance / Quality Control Specialist in industry
Relevant Occupational/ Professional Sectors:
· Higher education
· Research and development in governmental and private sectors
· Industry
The completion of the PhD degree requires achieving the following three items:
1. Coursework: Successful completion of graduate-level coursework, as outlined in the approved Plan of Study.
2. Candidacy examinations
a. Comprehensive Examinations: Passing at least four exams within first four semesters.
b. Passing an oral preliminary exam: The oral examination by the student's advisory committee will include a discussion of the student's research (a written research summary must be submitted) and defense of an Original Research Proposal that is different from the student's thesis.
3. Ph.D. dissertation submission and defense.