HOURS
Fall Semester
CHEM 2321 CHEM 2335 CHEM 2283 MATH 2425 PHYS 1441
Spring Semester
CHEM 2322 CHEM 2284 BIOL 3315 HIST 1301 PHYS 1442
CHEM 4314 BIOL 33XX POLS 2312 SOCIAL SCIENCE ADV ELECTIVE OR TA/RESEARCH
CHEM 1341/1181 BIOL 1441 ENGL 1301 MATH 1421 UNIV-SC 1131
Summer (Optional)
CHEM 3315 CHEM 3175 CHEM 4311 CREATIVE ART HIST 1302
CHEM 3317 CHEM 4312 CHEM 4242 BIOL 2444 ELECTIVE OR TA/RESEARCH
CHEM 1342/1182 BIOL 1442 ENGL 1302 MATH 1426
1st Year
28
CHEM 4313 CHEM 4461 LPC POLS 2311 ADV ELECTIVE OR TA/RESEARCH
3rd Year
plan for success
30
31
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 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 get to know you. Explore student, community, and/or professional organizations to help find your passions.
*You can ask your freshman advisor about what these requirements are
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 activities. 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 In Industry
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 Utilize Formulas Work Independently and in Groups
Find your career
Take Action
Analytical Chemist Biomedical Scientist Biotechnologist Clinical Research Associate Clinical Scientist, Biochemistry Environment and Health Care Forensic Scientist Law and Policy Manufacturing in Government Medicinal Chemist Military and Law Enforcement Nanotechnologist Pharmacologist Physician Associate Research Scientist - Life Sciences Sales/Marketing Scientific Laboratory Technician Secondary Education or Higher Ed Academic Researcher Industry Research and Development Quality Control/Regulatory
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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