Chemistry B.A./B.S.

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)/ Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree

Requirements

May be either depending on option selected; see the “Requirements for Baccalaureate Degrees ” section of this catalog.

Major in Chemistry

(Major Code: 104)

A student must complete a minimum of 120 semester credit hours to include at least 39 advanced hours.

University Core Curriculum Requirements

Refer to the “University Core Curriculum ” section of this catalog.

Option I—Professional Chemistry

This option follows course recommendations of the American Chemical Society and prepares students for positions in industry, government and education. It is recommended for students planning to do graduate study in chemistry or seeking employment as chemists in industry.

Two hours of:

PHYS 3095 - Laboratory Problems (HAZ) 1-6

Additional advanced hours to provide a minimum of 39 hours selected from:

Chemistry, physics or mathematics

Additional hours to meet the minimum University requirement for a degree

Option II—General Chemistry

This option provides a background for students whose career goals are to enter education or chemistry-related fields.

Three courses from:

Additional advanced hours to provide a minimum of 39 hours selected from:

Chemistry, mathematics, biology, computer science, physics, environmental science or geology.

Additional hours to meet the minimum University requirement for a degree

Option III—Biochemistry

This option is for students planning careers using chemistry applied to medical science, including pre-medical students and other pre-professional students.

One course from:

Additional advanced hours to provide a minimum of 39 hours selected from:

Chemistry, mathematics, biology, computer science, physics, environmental science or geology.

Additional hours to meet the minimum University requirement for a degree

Note:

For information about the master of science (M.S.) degree in chemistry, refer to the “Graduate Catalog”.

Advising Services Degree Checklists and Curriculum Guides

The following Degree Checklists and Curriculum Guides (suggested course sequence) are available by linking to Advising Services Degree Checklists:

Chemistry - Professional Chemistry B.A. or B.S.
Chemistry - General Chemistry B.A. or B.S.
Chemistry - Biochemistry B.A. or B.S.