Foundation for a fascinating career
Our chemistry majors work in wide-ranging fields, from medicine to patent law. The major provides a natural foundation for further studies in medicine, dentistry, pharmacology or veterinary medicine. Some students choose to pursue graduate studies in chemistry, with the objective of teaching at the high school or collegiate level. Others dive into lab work as researchers at corporate or government facilities.
Employers of fermentation scientists
- Altstadt Brewery
- Austin Eastciders
- Bandera Ale Project
- Caracara Brewing Company
- E. & J. Gallo
- Fujifilm
- Fresca Foods Inc.
- Hops & Grain Brewing
- K-Malt
- Lakewood Brewing Company
- Messina Hof Wine Cellars
- Molecular Templates
- Nocona Beer & Brewery
- Oskar Blues Brewery
- Reddy Vineyards
- Southerleigh Fine Food and Brewery
Chemistry graduates have great careers
Graduates of SFA’s Chemistry and Biochemistry Department have bright futures. Lumberjacks who study chemistry go on to become high school teachers, college professors and research chemists. Some go on to graduate school or start their own businesses. Others combine their chemistry background with other professions like geology or law.
Want to know what chemistry can do for your future? Check out some examples from our graduates.
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