The first course in a two-semester investigation (360/370) of a significant research problem, culminating in the preparation of a thesis and defense (oral examination) of that thesis before a committee of faculty from the Departments of Chemistry and Physics and Astronomy.

Required for honors in the major. Off-campus research requires the active participation of a Wellesley faculty member throughout the research period.

Units: 1

Max Enrollment: 15

Prerequisites: Permission of the department.

Typical Periods Offered: Spring; Fall

Semesters Offered this Academic Year: Fall; Spring

Notes: Students enroll in Senior Thesis Research (360) in the first semester and carry out independent work under the supervision of a faculty member from the Department of Chemistry or Physics and Astronomy. If sufficient progress is made, students may continue with Senior Thesis (370) in the second semester.

CHPH honors thesis students will follow the honors thesis guidelines of the advisor's home department.