Why earn the Master of Natural and Applied Science (MNAS) degree at Missouri State?
- Don’t settle for just one – If you like chemistry and another content area (science or non-science), this program is a great fit.
- Expand your marketability – Having broad science knowledge makes you more appealing to employers.
- Create the degree for you – Thrive in a program that’s built for your specific career and research interests.
- Be involved – Receive hands-on training in a variety of lab settings. Take part in research projects.
Specialize in science
What makes the MNAS unique: You pair one science area (like chemistry) with another
area. Your second choice can be another science field (like geography or biology),
or a separate field such as education.
Degree options
You can choose chemistry as the primary or secondary emphasis for your MNAS degree.
Complete your degree on the best path for you.
Degree option
Finish in two years if you take classes full-time and already have your bachelor’s
degree.
Degree option
Begin your graduate studies as you finish your bachelor’s degree. Reach the finish
line, sooner.
Career options
Chemistry mixes well with many other fields. You can pursue an array of careers, such as:
- Chemical or technical sales
- Food science
- Forensic science (crime laboratories)
- Government agencies
- Industrial laboratories
- Patent law
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Quality control
- Research institutes
- Secondary or postsecondary education
- Technical journalism
For more information
Visit the Master of Natural and Applied Science (MNAS) website or contact:
Person item component: AlanSchick@MissouriState.edu
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