Why Major in Chemistry?

The Chemistry major provides you with a deep understanding and appreciation of chemistry. The Bachelor's in Chemistry is designed for students planning to attend graduate school or pursue careers for which a strong chemistry background is required.

Requirements for a Bachelor's in Chemistry

Requirements for the Chemistry Major - 58 Credits

Required Foundation Courses - 25 Credits

• CHEM 0109 - General Chemistry I
• CHEM 0111 - General Chemistry II
• MATH 0105 - Calculus I *
• MATH 0106 - Calculus II
• PHSC 0125 - Physics I
• PHSC 0127 - Physics II
• GNSC 0139 - Current Topics in Science Seminar I

Required Upper-Level Courses - 30 Credits

• CHEM 0201 - Organic Chemistry I
• CHEM 0203 - Organic Chemistry II
• CHEM 0211 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
• GNSC 0239 - Current Topics in Science Seminar II
• CHEM 0305 - Physical Chemistry I
• CHEM 0307 - Physical Chemistry II
• CHEM 0311 - Instrumental Analysis
• CHEM 0315 - Biochemistry with Lab
• GNSC 0349 - Research Methods for the Physical Sciences
• CHEM 0350 - Research Experience

Note:

* A student who does not feel sufficiently prepared for calculus should take MATH 0104 - Pre-Calculus prior to enrolling in Calculus I.

Additional Graduation Requirements

All students must meet the University Graduation Requirements and complete a common core of studies, distributed among the different academic areas as detailed in the Common Core .