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Chemistry is a versatile subject area and the pursuit of a career in chemistry can be a most intellectually satisfying experience. No other basic science touches and shapes as many aspects of modern society as does chemistry. From soft contact lenses and synthetic blood to longer-lasting paint and alternative fuel sources, the study of chemistry has provided the solutions to complex problems and has improved the quality of all phases of human life. A particular strength of Lehigh University's Master of Science in Chemistry is in surface and interface chemistry, which bridges many areas of modern science and technology. This is a 30-credit program, which can be obtained by one of three options: 1) a minimum of 30 course credits, 2) a minimum of 27 course credits and a three credit literature review paper (taken under Chm 421 - Chemistry Research), or 3) a minimum of 24 course credits and six credits of Experimental Research-Chm 421. Each option requires a minimum of 18 credits at the 400-level (15 of which must be in Chemistry) and one credit of Chm 481-Seminar. Students may register for and begin their research component at any time though the Department recommends that students wait until they have completed 18-20 credits of coursework before beginning their research project.
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