The Department of Chemistry and Physics at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has added two new bachelor’s degree options — forensic chemistry and biochemistry.
Both degrees are open for enrollment in the fall semester and were recently approved by the Arkansas Department of Higher Education.
The forensics option is designed for students who wish to pursue careers in forensic science. Offered in collaboration with the department of criminal justice, students in this option will take courses in criminal justice and new courses in forensic chemistry.
The biochemistry option is designed for students who either plan careers in the health professions or in biomedical research. The added emphasis on biochemistry and additional biology courses will assist students with professional school entrance exams and with courses taught in professional schools.
“We are very glad to be able to offer these new opportunities for our students,” said Grant Wangila, chemistry and physics chairman. “We believe that they will enhance the competitiveness of our students for science or health professional careers as well as open up new career opportunities.”
Details: Grant Wangila, wangilag@uapb.edu or 575-8382.