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Oct 03, 2024
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2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog [Not Current Academic Year. Consult with Your Academic Advisor for Your Catalog Year]
Chemistry, B.A.
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Chemistry Major
The Bachelor of Science degree program is rigorous; its certification by the American Chemical Society enhances the stature and usefulness of this degree. Students planning to continue into graduate work are encouraged to take the program.
The Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts degree programs are described below. Detailed curricula are available from the department chair. Requirements
Students who choose to major in chemistry must meet the following requirements in addition to the special requirements for a Bachelor of Arts degree:
32 hours of chemistry courses of which 21 hours must be advanced hours.
At least 8 credit hours must be hands-on laboratory experiences, that include a minimum of 250 contact hours in physical (i.e., not virtual or computer-based) laboratories.
Credit by Examination for Chemistry
| Course |
Course No. |
Test Program |
Test Subject |
Minimum Score |
Credit Hours |
| CHEM |
1331 |
AP |
Chemistry |
5 |
3 |
| CHEM |
1111 |
Lab Departmental Assessment |
Chemistry |
See note below 1 |
1 |
| CHEM |
1111 |
Honors Chemistry |
Chemistry |
See note below 2 |
1 |
Note:
1 The Lab Departmental Assessment involves a review of the student’s Advanced Placement Lab Book.
2 Completion of CHEM 1331H, CHEM 1332H, and CHEM 112H (all honors) with a grade of at least C- in each course.
For additional information regarding Credit by Examination, please go to the University of Houston’s University Testing Services (UTS) website.
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