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Department of Chemistry & Physics
The Chemistry program offers:
- A comprehensive chemistry degree that prepares its students for graduate studies in chemistry and related fields including professional studies in medicine, dentistry, forensics, and veterinary medicine.
Learn more - A Pre-Pharmacy major designed to prepare for graduate level programs.
Learn more - Preparation to begin employment directly after graduation in industrial, pharmaceutical, polymer, environmental, and government laboratories.
- Very small class sizes and plenty of opportunity to interact with the faculty.
- State-of-the-art instrumentation comparable to what is found in graduate schools and industrial laboratories.
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The Physics major at Longwood provides fundamental training in several areas of physics so that graduates may pursue graduate study or careers in research, industry, teaching, or engineering.
Those who wish to major in physics may choose from the following options:
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traditional physics major for students interested in preparation for graduate work or careers in research, industry, or teaching.
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pre-medical/biophysics concentration for students interested in preparation for medical school or graduate work in biophysics.
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pre-engineering for students interested in cooperative engineering programs.
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The Department of Chemistry and Physics offers excellent opportunities for students outside of the classroom:
- Student Research in Chemistry
- Student Research in Physics
- The Chemistry Club
- Society of Physics Students
- Sigma Pi Sigma