Department of Chemistry and Physical Sciences

Chemistry, known as the central science, connects the physical sciences with many other scientific fields such as the life sciences and engineering. At WCU, the Department of Chemistry & Physical Sciences aims to prepare students for graduate studies, professional programs such as medical school, or careers in chemistry.

We offer BS and BA degrees in Chemistry, each requiring fundamental chemistry courses while allowing students the flexibility to customize their upper-level coursework according to their goals. A Chemistry/Pharmacy 3+3 option is available in conjunction with WCU School of Pharmacy, which allows the student to graduate with a chemistry degree en route to their PharmD. Our department also offers a minor in Chemistry as well as supporting coursework in Physics and other areas of the physical sciences.

For more information, please contact your advisor or the Chemistry department.

Programs

Major

Minor

Chemistry Minor (18-21 hrs)