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University of Houston-Clear Lake Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry
University of Houston-Clear Lake

University of Houston-Clear Lake

Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry

Houston, USA

BA

English

Sep 2026

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About: The Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry program offers a comprehensive understanding of chemical principles and their applications. Students engage in both theoretical and practical aspects of chemistry, preparing them for further studies or careers in various scientific fields.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates may pursue roles as laboratory technicians, educators, environmental scientists, or in pharmaceutical sales. This degree also provides a solid foundation for those aiming to continue into graduate studies in chemistry or related disciplines.

The degree plan is designed for students who intend to apply for admission to professional (pharmacy, medical, veterinary, dental) schools or to work as school teachers. This degree plan gives students a solid foundation in chemistry while also leaving an ample number of semester credits hours for various elective courses (such as those required for pharmacy or medical schools).

As a chemistry graduate, you will be able to apply your knowledge to research in healthcare, engineering, chemistry and related industries. As technology continues to develop, your degree in chemistry will open several employment doors. You could work in the fields of chemical engineering, chemical sales, consumer products, food chemistry, forensic science, plastic industry, polymer chemistry, pharmaceutical, petroleum and natural gas industry, patent law, environmental law, teaching and many others.