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Chemistry, B.A.


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Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements

The Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry is intended primarily for those students who plan to take extensive coursework in other areas in addition to chemistry. This degree is suitable for prehealth professional students (premedical, predental, etc.), secondary school teaching credential students, and biochemistry students oriented toward biotechnology, forensic science, and the health professions. This degree is NOT intended for students who anticipate a career in chemistry, or who expect to continue their education in pursuit of graduate degrees.

Note: Chemistry majors may not take courses listed in the major or additional requirements for CR/NC grades.

The B.A. Chemistry Major Requirements (38 units)


General Education Requirements (48 units)


Other Requirements (9 units)


American Government and Institutions (PLSI 2 ), Multicultural and International (MI), and Upper-division writing

Total Units: 120*


* Sufficient elective units to meet required total units (varies) (See Degree Requirements); may be used toward a double major or minor.

* G.E. and MI courses can be double-counted with major requirements. Of the 48 required General Education units, 10 units will be satisfied by the following courses in the major and additional requirements: 4 units of CHEM 1A  and CHEM 1AL  or PHYS 2A  in G.E. Breadth B1; 3 units of BIOL 1A  in G.E. Breadth B2; and 3 units MATH 75  in G.E. Foundation B4. Consult the department chair or faculty advisor for additional details.

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