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B.A. in Computational and Data Sciences - Chemistry George Mason University, USA

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$11904 for 12-16 credit hours

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Course summary

The interdisciplinary B.S. program in Computational and Data Sciences represents a new direction for integrated science at George Mason University based on the combination of applied mathematics, real world computer science skills, data acquisition and analysis, and scientific modeling. Graduates of the B.S. program in Computational and Data Sciences will possess the mathematical, scientific, and computational skills necessary to participate effectively as members of the interdisciplinary scientific simulation and analysis groups that are becoming more and more common in both the public and private sectors, particularly in northern Virginia. This concentration is intended for students who wish to pursue a career or graduate education that applies computers to the simulation of chemical processes and systems.

Program modules

3 PHYS 243 College Physics I, 1 PHYS 244 College Physics I Laboratory, 3 PHYS 245 College Physics II, 1 PHYS 246 College Physics II Laboratory, 4 CHEM 211 General Chemistry I, 4 CHEM 212 General Chemistry II, plus either the following 2 classes: 3 CHEM 313 Organic Chemistry I, 2 CHEM 315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory or the following 2 classes: 3 CHEM 331 Physical Chemistry I, 2 CHEM 336 Physical Chemistry I Laboratory.

Entry requirement for international students

Applicants should have a cumulative high school grade point average (GPA) for course work completed in grades 9 through 12. Level of difficulty of course work selected throughout high school, particularly in the areas of English, mathematics, social studies, laboratory science, and foreign language. A minimum TOEFL score of 88 or higher on the internet-based exam, 230 or higher on the computer-based exam, and 570 or higher on the paper-based exam or a minimum score of 6.5 on IELTS is required. A minimum score of 450 or higher on the SAT I critical reading section or an ACT-English score of 20 or higher is also required.

George Mason University accepts IELTS*

* Please check with your chosen school for the exact entry requirements for your programme.

Qualification

Bachelor degree

Awarding body

George Mason University

Department name

College of Science, Department of Computational and Data Sciences

Venue / office name

College of Science, Department of Computational and Data Sciences

Address

George Mason University
4400 University Drive MS 6A2
FAIRFAX
Virginia
22030

Venue description

The mission of the Department of Computational and Data Sciences (CDS) is to provide quality graduate and undergraduate education, research, and service emphasizing the central role of computational methodologies in the physical, mathematical, and data sciences.

Telephone number

+1 703 993 3807

Is accommodation available at this venue?

Yes

Accommodation details

The University offers five on-campus housing areas accommodating almost 5000 residents in a variety of traditional, suite and apartment style living environments. Presidents Park houses over 1100 first-year students in 12 residence halls. All rooms are furnished with beds, desks, chairs, dressers and closets. Carpets and window treatments are provided. Each floor community is composed of about 28-40 residents, who reside in double, triple, or quad rooms and shared common bathrooms. Presidents Park is a non-smoking and alcohol free housing area. The DUCC Housing Area provides two types of living options with traditional-style housing in University Commons and suite-sytle housing in Dominion and Commonwealth Halls. The TAP Housing Area provides two types of apartment-style living options to over 600 upperclass residents in Townhouses and Student Apartments. There are 34 two-bedroom townhouses, each accommodating four residents. The townhouses include a living/dining room, full-sized kitchen, two full bathrooms, small patio/porch, washer and dryer, and full furnishings. This complex houses upperclass residents, and is the campus housing area most like an independent living situation. The YRC Housing Area provides apartment-style living to upperclass students in Liberty Square and Potomac Heights. Chesapeake is the newest residential neighborhood which opened in phases from August 2007 through May 2008. It consists of a variety of unit types and accommodates 1032 students in five residential buildings, each with an elevator. As a predominantly sophomore area, the units consist of mainly single and double bedrooms with shared bathrooms (generally 4 students per bathroom). Group living areas and study lounges are located throughout the buildings.

Distance from international airport

23.6 Km from Washington Dulles International Airport

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