Major Programs At Westminster, four tracks lead to a major in Chemistry. Westminster also provides the opportunity to mix disciplines through interdisciplinary programs. These majors are structured alternatives to conventional majors, allowing students to combine interests in more than one field, thus expanding their career options. ES brings together courses in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Geology, Math and Physics. This program provides the broad background and understanding needed for effective work on problems of the environment.
Students can also develop an individualized interdisciplinary major to meet personal needs.
In a recent survey, graduates who have gone through the advanced laboratory program said that being a Westminster Chemistry major paid off for them. The College s program is approved by the American Chemical Society Committee on Professional Training. Graduates may be certified by the society. Success after Graduation Graduates of Westminster s Chemistry program can be found in a wide variety of places and fields. Students have gone on to be chemists for Dow Chemical, DuPont, Eastman Kodak, FBI Laboratory, Lubrizol Corporation, Miles Inc., Monsanto, PPG Industries, United States Air Force, and United States Geological Survey.