http://www.bridgewater.edu/chemistry Discover why the Chemistry program at Bridgewater College is the right choice for you! The Chemistry department provides a solid foundation in the basic areas of chemistry (analytical, organic, inorganic, physical and biochemical) for a chemistry majors preparing for graduate school, a laboratory career or a professional school. The program introduces students to each area in both the class and the laboratory. Students have numerous opportunities for research, culminating in the senior research project. The departmental curriculum is intended to foster an increasing sense of independence in the student. Students build a firm understanding of chemical principles in general chemistry (first year) and organic chemistry (second year). In the junior and senior years students take classes from each member of the department who specialize in different areas of chemistry. When this process is complete, chemistry graduates are well-prepared for graduate school or an industrial career in the sciences.