The B.A. in Chemistry is available in two specializations: Chemistry and Chemistry/Biochemistry. Both specializations are designed for students who need a strong background in chemistry for application in other fields such as business, education, forensic science, pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-law, and some environmental fields.
The program is designed for students who need a strong background in chemistry for application in other fields. The tracks within this program are business, pre-law, and education, and chemical hygiene. Each track has the same core of chemistry courses and a set of required courses which depends on the area of concentration. The education track meets the American Chemical Society (ACS) recommendations for a Chemistry/Education degree.
Students may also complete an advisor approved minor or its 15-18 sh equivalent in a field related to the student’s career objectives.
Program Requirements
In addition to the university’s general requirements, students seeking the B.A. in Chemistry must meet the requirements listed below.
Students should consult with their academic advisor for courses which may satisfy both the General Studies requirements and common prerequisites.
A grade of “C-” or better is required in all common prerequisites. No grade below a “C-” in a major course may be applied toward graduation.
B.A. Chemistry Specialization
The program is designed for students who need a strong background in chemistry for application in other fields. The tracks within this program are business, pre-law, and education, and chemical hygiene. Each track has the same core of chemistry courses and a set of required courses which depends on the area of concentration. The education track meets the American Chemical Society (ACS) recommendations for a Chemistry/Education degree.
General Studies
In addition to the general studies requirements listed on this page, students must satisfy all additional University requirements, including the Gordon Rule, multicultural, and foreign language requirements. With appropriate planning and coordination with an academic advisor, students may satisfy some of the general University requirements through the General Studies curriculum. For a complete listing of general degree requirements, refer to the "Graduation and General Degree Requirements" section of this catalog.
General Physics is non-calculus based and is usually recommended for non-science majors. University Physics is calculus based and is usually recommended for science majors.
Total Semester Hours:
36-37
Common Prerequisites
State mandated common prerequisites must be completed prior to graduation, but are not required for admission to the program. See the Common Prerequisite Manual for course substitutions from Florida colleges and universities.
Indicates common prerequisites which can be used to satisfy General Studies requirements.
Lower Division Electives
Students must complete sufficient 1000/2000 level electives to satisfy at least 60 sh in the lower division. Current UWF students may use elective courses at any level (1000-4000) to meet this elective requirement.
Students must complete an advisor approved minor or its 15-18 sh equivalent in a field related to the student’s career objectives and additional approved 3000/4000 level electives outside chemistry.
15-18
Total Hours
15-18
Upper Division Electives
Student must complete sufficient 3000/4000 level electives to meet UWF’s requirement of 48 semester hours in the upper division or complete all departmental requirements at the 3000/4000 level, whichever is greater.
8-20
Total Hours
8-20
B.A. Chemistry/Biochemistry Specialization
The program is designed for students who need a strong background in chemistry/biochemistry for application in other fields. The tracks within this program are: Environmental, Forensics, Pre-medical, and Medicinal Chemistry. Each track has the same core of chemistry courses and a set of required courses which depends on the area of concentration. The pre-medical track prepares students for admission to medical, dental, and pharmacy schools while providing the broad-based education preferred by these institutions.
General Studies
In addition to the general studies requirements listed on this page, students must satisfy all additional University requirements, including the Gordon Rule, multicultural, and foreign language requirements. With appropriate planning and coordination with an academic advisor, students may satisfy some of the general University requirements through the General Studies curriculum. For a complete listing of general degree requirements, refer to the "Graduation and General Degree Requirements" section of this catalog.
General Physics is non-calculus based and is usually recommended for non-science majors. University Physics is calculus based and is usually recommended for science majors.
Total Semester Hours:
36-37
Common Prerequisites
State mandated common prerequisites must be completed prior to graduation, but are not required for admission to the program. See the Common Prerequisite Manual for course substitutions from Florida colleges and universities.
Lower Division Electives
Students must complete sufficient 1000/2000 level electives to satisfy at least 60 sh in the lower division. Current UWF students may use elective courses at any level (1000-4000) to meet this elective requirement.
Students complete an advisor approved minor or its 15-18 sh equivalent in a field related to the student’s career objectives and additional approved 3000/4000 level electives outside chemistry.
15-18
Total Hours
15-18
Upper Division Electives
Student must complete sufficient 3000/4000 level electives to meet UWF’s requirement of 48 semester hours in the upper division or complete all departmental requirements at the 3000/4000 level, whichever is greater.
20
Total Hours
20
Minors
Chemistry
The Minor in Chemistry is designed for students majoring in other science disciplines. Chemistry majors may not earn this minor. The following requirements must be completed.
