BA/BS in Chemistry

Chemistry at the University of Washington Bothell lets students investigate the world through its atoms and molecules, to understand living things, the universe and human impact on the environment. The department offers more than one degree option. The Bachelor of Arts pairs a rigorous foundation in chemistry with a track for future middle and high school teachers, and its flexibility makes it easier to add courses, a minor or a second major. The Bachelor of Science with a general option follows a demanding curriculum covering organic, inorganic, physical and analytical chemistry along with modern interdisciplinary areas such as biochemistry. Graduates are expected to apply the scientific method, solve problems with varied methods, communicate chemical information to different audiences and show practical laboratory skills, including chemical hygiene and use of modern instruments.