Graduate Program in Chemistry at URI Graduate Program in Chemistry at URI How to apply for admission to the graduate program in chemistry at URI Research .
Research is vital to any student's graduate school experience.
Independent research, under the direction of the student's chosen faculty advisor , is an integral part of the student's program. Each Ph.D. student is required to select a research problem during the first year in residence and then develop, complete, and defend this original project. No matter which avenue is pursued, heavy emphasis is placed on creating and completing a research problem of scientific merit. Many seminars are presented during the year by faculty members, graduate students, and invited speakers. Seminar participation is considered an important part of any learning experience and, therefore, is required of all members of the department, both faculty and graduate students.