BA/BS in Chemistry

The Chemistry major gives students a grounding in how matter behaves, learned through laboratory work, investigation and research. Every student takes foundational courses in chemistry, biochemistry, physics and mathematics. The bachelor's degree totals one hundred ninety-two quarter hours, split among liberal studies, major courses, a concentration and free electives. Students seeking the arts version also show proficiency in a second language. Learning goals include running experiments with instruments, following safe laboratory practice, handling and displaying data responsibly, and explaining central chemical ideas, in speech or in writing, when interpreting experiments and sample problems. The major prepares students for laboratory careers or graduate study. Prospective students can review the full requirements and course lists on the program's catalog page at DePaul University. The catalog also lists learning outcomes and the sequence of required courses in detail.