The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry offers a range of graduate programs designed to prepare students for careers in research, industry, and academia. Thesis-based degrees provide hands-on research experience, ideal for those pursuing doctoral studies or careers in science and technology. Non-thesis options offer advanced training in chemistry and biochemistry for professionals looking to expand their expertise.

We also offer a Ph.D. in Integrated Molecular and Biophysical Chemistry (IMBC), a unique program that prepares students for the growing biomedical and life sciences industries. This interdisciplinary program combines rigorous scientific coursework in biochemistry, biophysics, organic and medicinal chemistry, and molecular genetics with business fundamentals, leadership development, and innovation training—both in the classroom and through specialized business boot camps. The IMBC program leverages opportunities for commercialization and industry collaboration within the Texas Innovation Corridor, giving students the tools to succeed in both research and industry settings.

Explore our graduate programs to find the right fit for your goals.

M.S. in Biochemistry

Chemistry and biochemistry faculty have been recognized nationally and internationally for both stellar teaching and research. Students and faculty actively conduct cutting-edge research funded by the National Science Foundation, the U.S. DoD, and the National Institutes of Health. The department is also home to the nationally-recognized Xiphophorus Genetic Stock Center.

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M.A. & M.S. in Chemistry

Chemistry and biochemistry faculty have been recognized nationally and internationally for both stellar teaching and research. Students and faculty actively conduct cutting-edge research funded by the National Science Foundation, the U.S. DoD, and the National Institutes of Health. The department is also home to the nationally-recognized Xiphophorus Genetic Stock Center.

Ph.D. in Integrated Molecular and Biophysical Chemistry

The Integrated Molecular and Biophysical Chemistry (IMBC) Ph.D. program prepares students for careers in the biomedical and life sciences industries through interdisciplinary training in areas like biochemistry, biophysics, organic and medicinal chemistry, and molecular genetics. IMBC combines scientific coursework with business, leadership and training for more opportunities within the industry. 

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PH.D. IN MATERIALS & Commercialization

The Materials Science, Engineering, and Commercialization (MSEC) Ph.D. program spans chemistry, biochemistry, physics, biology, and engineering to train graduate scientists and engineers to perform interdisciplinary research while equipping them to emerge as effective entrepreneurial leaders in the advancement of 21st-century global discovery and innovation. 

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