Departments & Programs
Chemistry
Major in Chemistry—B.A.
Purpose
This major is designed to prepare students for careers outside the laboratory, such as medical school, dental school, or non-traditional careers in chemistry. Students wishing to pursue graduate work are strongly encouraged to pursue the B.S. degree.
Requirements
Students must complete the following course work with a minimum grade of C– in each course:
- 27 credit hours of coursework which must include: C117 (or C105-C125), C341, C342, C343, and C360 or C361 or C362.
- 11 elective credit hours in chemistry. The following courses may not be used to fulfill the 27 credit hour requirement: C103, C107, G201, G207, C240, C243, G307, C371, C372, Y398, C400, C401, G407, C409, and G499.
- Physics P201 and P202.
- Mathematics M119 or M211.
Students must also complete the degree requirements for the B.A. degree in the College of Arts and Sciences.