HOURS
Fall Semester
CHEM 2321 CHEM 2335 CHEM 2283 or 2181&2285 PHYS 1444 MATH 2326
Spring Semester
CHEM 2322 CHEM 2284 or 2182 CHEM 3317 BIOL OR GEOL HIST 1302 ELECTIVE
CHEM 4346 CHEM 4461 CHEM ADVANCED CHEM 4101 POLS 2312 ADV ELECTIVE OR TA/RESEARCH
CHEM 1341/1181 or 1441 MATH 1426 ENGL 1301 HIST 1301 UNIV 1131
Summer (Optional)
CHEM 3321 CHEM 3181 PHYS 3313 CREATIVE ART SOCIAL & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
CHEM 3322 CHEM 3182 MATH 3319 LANGUAGE, PHILOSOPHY & CULTURE ELECTIVE OR TA/RESEARCH
CHEM 1342/1182 or 1442 MATH 2425 PHYS 1443 ENGL 1302
1st Year
26
CHEM 4311 CHEM 4318 POLS 2311 ELECTIVE OR TA/RESEARCH BIOL OR GEOL
3rd Year
plan for success
32
30
4th Year
120
2nd Year
TOTAL DEGREE HOURS
Beginning the Journey
Trailblazing the Path
Be Bold. Be Ambitious. Set Yourself Apart.
ENGAGE
global engagement
Meet with your professors during office hours so they can get to know you, laying the foundation for future opportunities to work in research labs and for recommendation letters for graduate or professional school. Visit the Career Development Center and meet with a counselor to explore potential careers for the B.S. in Chemistry.
Complete UNIV-SC 1131 or 1101 if transferring. Discover resources and form study groups that will ensure you have the tools to achieve your academic goals. Meet with your professors during office hours so they can get to know you. Explore student, community, and/or professional organizations to help find your passions.
*Contact your professors for opportunities to work in their research labs
Global Grounds Global Mavericks Program International Week Language Exchange Program Study Abroad
Destination Graduation
Focus on upper-division chemistry, math and physics course sequences required for staying on track. Meet with your academic advisor to review progress and start planning for degree completion.
leadership development
Design your journey
community engagement
Maverick Advantage
Mentorships Student organizations Peer education Volunteering Tutoring and coaching Student Governance
Meet with your advisor and become familiar with requirements for your degree. Complete lower-division prerequisite courses. General Chemistry with lab 1 & 2. Organic Chemistry with lab 1 & 2. Quantitative Chemistry with lab.
Become a Teaching Assistant (TA) for General Chemistry labs. Become a tutor for the Chemistry Clinic. Attend departmental research seminars. Contribute to student, community, and/or professional organizations.
Participate in internal and/or external research opportunities. Consider internships opportunities, including summer research outside UTA. Meet with career center counselors to discuss career goals.
Career Development
Become a Peer Academic Leader for a UNIV-SC course. Attend a regional or national research conference and present your work. Take a leadership role in a student, community, or professional organization.
EXCEL
undergraduate research
Service learning UTA Volunteers Camps for high school students
Internships Fellowships Assistantships Job fairs Scholarships Peer Academic Leadership
Undergraduate Research Assistantship McNair Scholars LSAMP ACES
EDUCATE
Meet with your advisor to be sure you meet all the requirements for graduation. Finish all your required coursework. Research careers in chemistry at the American Chemical Society's website, www.ACS.org. Review your resume or vitae with Career Services.
Take the GRE, MCAT, or other required exam for entrance to graduate or professional school. Attend job fairs. Apply to graduate or professional school.
Career Readiness
Workforce Skills
Explore workforce skill development through on and off-campus activitie Engage with the UTA Career Development Center at uta.edu/careers Meet with a career consultant Network with employers Discover internships and co-ops Apply for on-campus employment Join Handshake, our career services platform Participate in career development programs
Ability to Organize, Analyze, and Interpret Scientific Data Analyze Data Using Appropriate Statistical Methods and Draw Appropriate Conclusions Apply the Scientific Method: Define a Problem Clearly, Develop Testable Hypotheses, Design and Execute Experiments Aptitude for Accuracy and Details Chemical Literature Skills Communication Skills Synthesize Information from a Variety of Sources in a Clear and Organized Manner Using a Scientifically Appropriate Style and Present in Both Written and Oral Formats Conduct Scientific Research Critically Evaluate Technical Articles and Manage Many Types of Chemical Information Curiosity and Perseverance Developing Theories Ethics: Display High Personal Standards and Integrity, Conduct Yourself Responsibly, and Be Aware of Contemporary Issues Related to Chemistry Laboratory Safety Skills: Demonstrate and Apply Understanding of the Concepts of Safe Laboratory Practices Observation and Decision-Making Problem-Solving Skills Proficiency with Computers and Scientific Instruments Retrieve Specific Information from the Chemical Literature Strong Mathematical and Scientific Skills Team Skills: Work Productively with a Diverse Group of Peers and Be Able to Lead Portions of an Activity or Be Effective Followers, as Dictated by the Situation Understand and Express Complex Technical Information Utilizing Formulas Work Independently and in Groups
Find your career
Take Action
Analytical Chemist Chemical Engineer Chemistry Teacher Environment and Health Care Forensic Scientist Geochemist Hazardous Waste Chemist Industry Research and Development Law and Policy Manufacturing In Government Materials Scientist Military and Law Enforcement Pharmacologist Quality Control/Regulatory Sales/Marketing Secondary Education or Higher Ed
What career options do I have with this major?
Communication: Develop and articulate ideas clearly and effectively across all mediums, including but not limited to written, oral, and digital communication. Critical Thinking: Analyze issues, make decisions, and overcome problems by using sound reasoning before forming a strategy, decision, or opinion. Teamwork/Collaboration: Work within a team and foster collaborative relationships with peers and supervisors. Use interpersonal skills to demonstrate respect and dignity for others while working toward a common goal
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