Our department offers a wide variety of undergraduate courses to prepare students for careers in chemistry and to provide the chemical understanding required for a variety of other fields. A Two Year Schedule showing what semesters specific classes will be offered is available. An overview of the chemistry program is provided by this document that tracks the courses of all three chemistry degree programs.
- General degree requirements may be found in the UCA undergraduate bulletin.
- Information and links related to the undergraduate core education program are available on the UCA core page.
- The blank master class schedule form is useful in visualizing schedules and avoiding time conflicts.
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The following degree plans are available through UCA Chemistry:
Minor in Chemistry: Checksheet
BS in Chemistry-ACS Certified Standard Track: A model plan of study and checksheet are available. In addition to the requirements for the traditional BS in Chemistry, this program requires some additional advanced coursework (including math and instrumental methods) and some additional experience in laboratory research. This degree plan follows a curriculum certified by the American Chemical Society (ACS).
BS in Chemistry-ACS Certified Biochemistry Track: A model plan of study and a checksheet are available. The Biochemistry track is ideal for students planning careers in the health sciences as well as those who wish to pursue careers in biochemistry and related areas. In addition to the requirements for the traditional BS in Chemistry, this program requires some additional advanced coursework (including genetics and microbiology) and some additional experience in laboratory research. This degree plan follows a curriculum certified by the American Chemical Society (ACS).
BS Degree in Chemistry with minor (student’s choice): A model plan of study and a checksheet are available. This BS degree in Chemistry prepares students for a variety of careers that require an in-depth understanding of chemical principles. This track is favored by students who want a minor farther removed from the natural sciences (i.e. foreign languages, business, psychology) or one that is closely aligned with chemistry (like biology, math, or physics). Also available is a 3-year plan of study that includes summer school.
BS in Environmental Science – Chemistry emphasis: A model plan of study and a checksheet are available for a degree in environmental science that emphasizes the study of chemical aspects of this field.
Departmental Honors Program: Go to the following page: Honors in Chemistry.