Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry
UCLA Chemistry, Biochemistry & Chemistry Material Science
New & Transfer Student Handbook
2015-2016
Table of Contents
Welcome ..................................................................................................................................................................1
Chemistry & Biochemistry Undergraduate Office..............................................................................................2
Majors in Chemistry & Biochemistry ..................................................................................................................3
Biochemistry ...........................................................................................................................................................4
Chemistry ................................................................................................................................................................7
Physical Chemistry Concentration .......................................................................................................................9
Chemistry-Materials Science...............................................................................................................................11
Chemistry-Materials Science Organic Concentration ......................................................................................13
Computing Specialization ....................................................................................................................................15
Tentative Course Offerings for 2015-2016 .........................................................................................................16
Chemistry and Biochemistry Research Tutorial Enrollment Instructions .....................................................17
Frequently Asked Questions ...............................................................................................................................19
Campus Resources ...............................................................................................................................................21
WELCOME NEW CHEMISTRY, BIOCHEMISTRY & CHEMISTRY
MATERIALS SCIENCE FRESHMEN & TRANSFER BRUINS!
This handbook contains important information about the department, the major,
helpful websites and departmental tools to help in your success at UCLA.
Departmental Undergraduate Office:
http://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/undergraduate
Departmental Tutoring List:
http://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/sites/default/files/undergraduate/15S_Tutor_List.pdf
(Revised Quarterly not including Summer)
Departmental Faculty Listing:
http://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/faculty-and-research
Departmental Seminars & Happenings:
http://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/seminars
(Open to all Students, Reservations may be required at some events)
Chemistry & Biochemistry Undergraduate Listserv
In addition to the Departmental Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/uclachem?fref=ts be sure and
sign up for the Undergraduate Listserv. Receive current announcements on jobs, internships,
scholarships, awards, and department updates.
1. Send an e-mail to majordomo@chem.ucla.edu
2. Leave the subject link blank
3. In the body text write: subscribe ugradlist, along with your e-mail address
4. You should receive a message that will request a reply to complete your registration
Student Organizations
 Alpha Chi Sigma (Chemistry Co-Ed Fraternity):
http://www.chem.ucla.edu/AXE/
 Student Members of the American Chemical Society (ACS):
http://www.chem.ucla.edu/acsbruins/index.html
 PEERS (Program for Excellence in Education & Research in the Sciences:
http://www.ugeducation.ucla.edu/urc-care/progpeers.html
 CARE (Center for Academic & Research Excellence: http://www.ugeducation.ucla.edu/urc-care/
 STEP Science Teacher Education Program: http://centerx.gseis.ucla.edu/teachereducation/masters-and-credential-programs/jmep-and-step
 Cal Teach: http://www.cateach.ucla.edu/
 Student Groups UCLA: http://www.studentgroups.ucla.edu/home/
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Chemistry & Biochemistry Undergraduate Office
The Undergraduate Office is located in 4006 Young Hall.
Walk-In Hours Only
Monday –Friday
Undergraduate Advisor
Tim Mahlanza
tim@chem.ucla.edu
310-825-1859
8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Scheduling & Enrollment Coordinator,
Undergraduate Advisor
Denise Mantonya
denise@chem.ucla.edu
310-825-4660
Services provided by the Undergraduate Office Staff:
 Information pertaining to your major
 Course Planning
 Change of Major Petitions
 Exam Handback
 Research Opportunities (196A, 196B, 199)
 Scheduling
 Enrollment Information
 Departmental Honors
 Departmental Scholars
 Grade Change Inquiries
 Major Advising
 Referrals
 Commencement
 Degree Progress
 Assistance with Academic Difficulty
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Majors in Chemistry, Biochemistry &
Chemistry Materials Science
Chemistry, Biochemistry and Chemistry Materials Science are complex subjects that require a strong background in
math, physics, and biology. For any or all of these majors, you will be required to take a series of rigorous
preparation courses to aid you in your understanding of the various chemical fields. The organization of the
curriculum allows you to begin taking chemistry courses, along with other preparation courses, during your first
quarters at UCLA.
Biochemistry
Chemistry
This major is designed primarily for students who are interested in
attending graduate school in Biochemistry or related areas.
Biochemistry is the Chemistry of living systems. It
also satisfies many of the requirements for applying to medical
school and other professional schools.
This major is designed primarily for students who are interested in
attending
graduate school in Chemistry or related areas. It also satisfies some
of the requirements for applying to medical school and other
professional schools. Organic Chemistry is the chemistry of
carbon-containing compounds. Inorganic Chemistry is the
chemistry of inorganic substances and Physical Chemistry is the
physical behavior of substances in relation to their structures and
chemical properties.
Physical Chemistry Concentration
This concentration within the Chemistry major is designed primarily
Chemistry
majors who
are interested
for students
attending
graduate
school in in
Physical Chemistry,
Physics,
or
related areas.
Chemistry-Materials Science
This major is designed primarily for students who are interested in
chemistry with an emphasis on material properties. The major
provides
is appropriate preparation for graduate studies in fields emphasizing
interdisciplinary research involving chemistry, engineering, and
applied science.
Chemistry-Materials Science Organic Concentration
This concentration is designed primarily for students who are
iiinterestedininchemistry
chemistrywith an emphasis on the material properties.
interested
of
organic
matter.
The major providesThe
appropriate preparation for graduate studies in
fields emphasizing interdisciplinary research involving chemistry,
engineering, and applied science.
Computing Specialization
This specialization can be added to any of the threer majors above.
Designedwho
for are interested in adding computer programming and
Students
computational chemistry to their Chemistry or Biochemistry degree.
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UCLA BIOCHEMISTRY MAJOR 2015-2016
BIOCHEMISTRY MAJOR (B.S.): This major is designed primarily for students who are interested in attending
graduate school in Biochemistry or related areas. It also satisfies many of the requirements of pre-medical and
other pre-professional schools. Refer to the UCLA General Catalog (www.registrar.ucla.edu/catalog) for course
descriptions and requisites.
For more details about this major and others offered in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, consult
the Undergraduate Office in 4006 Young Hall.
Preparation for the Major
General Chemistry (CHEM)
Organic Chemistry (CHEM)
Math (MATH)
Physics (PHYSICS)
Life Science (LIFESCI)
20A(H), 20B(H), 20L, 30AL
30A(H), 30B, 30BL, 30C
31A, 31B, 32A (33A recommended)
[6A(H), 6B(H), 6C(H)] OR [1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 4BL]
2, 23L*, 3, 4
(H) indicates that an Honors section may be available
[ ] Pick one course enclosed in brackets.
* Consult the Life Sciences Core Office about the sequencing of
this course
Upper Division Major Requirements
Chemistry (CHEM)
Biochemistry (CHEM)
One Chemistry or Biochemistry Elective (4 units)
Three Electives (12 units)
110A
153A(H), 153B(H), 153C(H), 153L, 154, 156
One upper division or graduate-level Chemistry
(CHEM) course
Three upper division or graduate-level courses from
the approved list (see separate list).
Important Notes
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You must have a minimum of 180 units to graduate, and 60 of those units must be upper division
(courses numbered 100 to 199).
The Biochemistry B.S. Upper Division Major Requirements satisfy at least 45 upper division units.
All Preparation for the Major and Upper Division Major courses must be taken for a letter grade.
Seminars, individual study courses, and research courses (e.g. 196, 199) may not be used to satisfy the
requirements for the Biochemistry major.
You must have a 2.0 GPA in the major to graduate with a degree. If you fall below a 2.0 GPA in the
major, it is strongly recommended that you change majors.
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UCLA BIOCHEMISTRY MAJOR 2015-2016 – Sample Major Course Plans
INCOMING FRESHMEN
TRANSFER STUDENTS
FRESHMAN YEAR
JUNIOR YEAR
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
CHEM 20A (4)
MATH 31A (4)
CHEM 20B (4)
CHEM 20L (3)
MATH 31B (4)
CHEM 30A (4)
CHEM 30AL (4)
MATH 32A (4)
CHEM 153A (4)
Upper Division
Chemistry Elective (4)
(Chemistry 171
Recommended)
CHEM 153L (4)
CHEM 153C (4)
CHEM 153B (4)
CHEM 110A (4)
SOPHOMORE YEAR
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
CHEM 30B (4)
Life Sciences 2 (4)
Physics 6A (5)
CHEM 30BL (3)
Life Sciences 3 (4)
Physics 6B (5)
CHEM 30C (4)
Life Sciences 4 (5)
Life Sciences 23L (2)
Physics 6C (5)
JUNIOR YEAR
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
CHEM 153A (4)
CHEM 153L (4)
CHEM 110A (4)
Upper Division
Chemistry Elective (4)
CHEM 153B (4)
Biochemistry Elective
#1 (4)
WINTER
WINTER
SPRING
Biochemistry Elective
#2 (4)
CHEM 156 (4)
Important Notes

SPRING
CHEM 153C (4)
CHEM 154 (5)
CHEM 156 (4)
Biochemistry Elective
Biochemistry Elective
#2 (4)
#3 (4)
(Numbers in parentheses indicate the number of units.)
FALL
CHEM 154 (5)
Biochemistry Elective
Biochemistry Elective
#1 (4)
#3 (4)
(Numbers in parentheses indicate the number of units.)

SENIOR YEAR
FALL
SENIOR YEAR


This plan is just one EXAMPLE of how to schedule classes to graduate in 2
years. Other schedules may be equally valid.
Assuming that incoming transfer students have already completed the
Preparation for the Major, this plan only includes required courses for the
Upper Division Major Requirements.
This plan does not include General Education and other College
requirements. For these requirements, please consult with your College
Advising Unit (College Academic Counseling, AAP, Honors, Athletics).
Be sure to check your Degree Audit Report (DAR) frequently to ensure you
are meeting all degree requirements.
Important Notes




This plan is just one EXAMPLE of how to schedule classes to graduate in 4
years. Other schedules may be equally valid.
This plan only includes required courses for the Preparation for the Major
and the Upper Division Major Requirements.
This plan does not include General Education and other College
requirements. For these requirements, please consult with your College
Advising Unit (College Academic Counseling, AAP, Honors, Athletics).
Be sure to check your Degree Audit Report (DAR) frequently to ensure you
are meeting all degree requirements.
Courses may not always be taught in the quarter shown. Check with the Chemistry/Biochemistry Department for the most current list of projected course offerings.
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BIOCHEMISTRY UPPER DIVISION (UD) ELECTIVES
1 UD course must be completed from the bold area.
3 additional UD courses must be completed out of all the courses listed.
Please note: Courses listed in other departments may have restrictions.
Contact those departments for questions concerning enrollment and/or restrictions.
Chem C100
Chem 103
Chem C105
Chem C108
Chem 110B
Chem 113A
Chem C113B
Chem 114(H)
Chem C115A
Chem C115B
Chem M117
Chem C123A
Chem C123B
Chem 125
Chem C126A
Chem CM127
Chem 136
Chem C140
Chem C143A
Chem C143B
Chem 144
Chem C145
Chem C150
Chem 153D
Chem C159A
Chem C159B
Chem CM160A
Chem CM160B
Chem C161A
Chem C164
Chem C165
Chem 171
Chem 172
Chem C174
Chem C175
Chem C176
Chem C179
Chem C180
Chem C181
Chem 184
Chem 185
A&O Sci 104
A&O Sci M105
A&O Sci 141
A&O Sci 145
BioEng 100
BioEng C101
BioEng CM145
BioEng CM178
BioEng CM180
BioEng C185
Biol Ch M140
Biomath 106
Biomath 108
Biomath 110
Biomath 170A
Biostat 100A
Biostat 100B
Biostat 110A
Biostat 110B
ChemEng 100
ChemEng 101A
ChemEng 109
ChemEng 110
ChemEng CM127
ChemEng CM145
C&EE 108
EE Biol 100
EE Biol 101
EE Biol 103
EE Biol 105
EE Biol 109
EE Biol 110
EE Biol 111
EE Biol 112
EE Biol 114A
EE Biol 115
EE Biol 116
EE Biol 117
EE Biol C119A
EE Biol 120
EE Biol 121
EE Biol 122
EE Biol 129
EE Biol 130
EE Biol 135
EE Biol 137
EE Biol M139
EE Biol 151A
EE Biol 154
EE Biol 162
EE Biol 170
EE Biol 175
EE Biol 181
Elec Eng M185
Environ 121
Env Hlt 100
Env Hlt C140
Env Hlt C185B
Epidem 100
EPS Sci C107
EPS Sci C109
Hum Gen M136C
Hum Gen C144
M Pharm 110A
M Pharm 110B
Math 110A(H)
Math 110B(H)
Math 110C
Math 111
Math 115A(H)
Math 115B
Math 117
Math 120A
Math 120B
Math 121
Math 123
Math 131A(H)
Math 131B(H)
Math 131C
Math 132
Math 134
Math 135
Math 136
Math 142
Math 146
Math 151A
Math 151B
Math 164
Math 167
Math 170A
Math 170B
Math 171
Math 172A
MCD Bio 100
MCD Bio 138
MCD Bio M140
MCD Bio C141
MCD Bio C150
MCD Bio CM156
MCD Bio 165A
MCD Bio 165B
MCD Bio 168
MCD Bio 172
MCD Bio M175A
MCD Bio M175B
MCD Bio M175C
Med Hist M169
MIMG 100L
MIMG 101
MIMG 102
MIMG 103AL
MIMG 106
MIMG 132
MIMG CM156
MIMG 168
MIMG C174
MIMG 185A
MS&Eng CM180
Neurbio M169
Neurosc M101A
Neurosc M101B
Neurosc M101C
Neurosc 101L
Neurosc 102
Neurosc M119L
Neurosc M145
Philos M134
PhySci 100
PhySci 111A
PhySci 111B
PhySci 111L
PhySci 124
PhySci C126
PhySci 135
PhySci 136
PhySci C137
PhySci 138
PhySci C144
PhySci M145
PhySci 147
PhySci 149
PhySci C152
PhySci 153
PhySci 155
PhySci 165
PhySci 166
PhySci 167
PhySci 173
PhySci M180A
PhySci M180B
PhySci M180C
Physics 105A
Physics 105B
Physics 110A
Physics 110B
Physics 112
Physics 114
Physics 115A
Physics 115B
Physics 115C
Physics 117
Physics M122
Physics 124
Physics 126
Physics 131
Physics 132
Physics 140A
Physics 180A
Physics 180C
Physics 180D
Physics 180E
Psych 100A
Psych 115
Psych 116
Psych M117A
Psych M117B
Psych M117C
Psych M119L
Pub Hlt 150
SocGen M102 (102W)
Stats 100A
Stats 100B
Stats 100C
If electives do not show up on your DAR/DPR, call your department advisor at (310) 825-1859.
Revised 06/2015
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UCLA CHEMISTRY MAJOR 2015-2016
CHEMISTRY MAJOR (B.S.): This major is designed primarily for students who are interested in attending graduate
school in Chemistry or related areas. It also satisfies some of the requirements of pre-medical and pre-professional
schools. Refer to the UCLA General Catalog (www.registrar.ucla.edu/catalog) for course descriptions and
requisites.
For more details about this major and others offered in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, consult
the Undergraduate Office in 4006 Young Hall.
Preparation for the Major
General Chemistry (CHEM)
Organic Chemistry (CHEM)
Math (MATH)
Physics (PHYSICS)
20A(H), 20B(H), 20L, 30AL
30A(H), 30B, 30BL, 30C, 30CL
31A, 31B, 32A, 32B, 33B
1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 4BL
(H) indicates that an Honors section may be available
Upper Division Major Requirements
Chemistry (CHEM)
Biochemistry (CHEM)
One Chemistry Elective (Choose One)
Chemistry Laboratory (Choose One)
+ Course may only be applied once to the major
[ ] Pick one course enclosed in brackets
110A, 113A, [110B OR C113B], 114(H), [136+ OR
144+], 171, 172
153A(H), 153L
103, C115A, C115B, C123A, C123B, 125, C126A,
136+*, C140, C143A, C143B, 144+*, C145, 153B(H),
153C(H) , 154+*, 156, CM160A, C160B, C161A, C164,
C174+*, C175, C176, C179, C180, C181, 184+*, 185+*
136+, 144+, 154+, C174+, 184+, 185+
* Because these courses may be used to fulfill other Upper
Division Major requirements, space in these courses may be
limited. We encourage you to use one of the other listed
courses to fulfill the Upper Division Chemistry Elective
requirement.
Important Notes


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


You must have a minimum of 180 units to graduate, and 60 of those units must be upper division
(courses numbered 100 to 199).
The Chemistry B.S. Upper Division Major Requirements satisfy at least 47 upper division units.
All Preparation for the Major and Upper Division Major courses must be taken for a letter grade.
Seminars, individual study courses, and research courses (e.g. 196, 199) may not be used to satisfy the
requirements for the Chemistry major.
You must have a 2.0 GPA in the major to graduate with a degree. If you fall below a 2.0 GPA in the
major, it is strongly recommended that you change majors.
You may not take or repeat a chemistry or biochemistry course for credit if it is a prerequisite for a
more advanced course for which you already have credit.
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UCLA CHEMISTRY MAJOR 2015-2016 – Sample Major Course Plans
INCOMING FRESHMEN
TRANSFER STUDENTS
FRESHMAN YEAR
JUNIOR YEAR
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
CHEM 20A (4)
MATH 31A (4)
CHEM 20B (4)
CHEM 20L (3)
MATH 31B (4)
CHEM 30A (4)
CHEM 30AL (4)
MATH 32A (4)
CHEM 153A (4)
CHEM 171 (4)
CHEM 153L (4)
CHEM 110A (4)
CHEM 113A (4)
CHEM 172 (4)
SENIOR YEAR
SOPHOMORE YEAR
FALL
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
CHEM 30B (4)
CHEM 30BL (3)
PHYSICS 1A (5)
CHEM 30C (4)
CHEM 30CL (4)
MATH 32B (4)
PHYSICS 1B (5)
CHEM 110A (4)
MATH 33B (4)
PHYSICS 1C (5)
PHYSICS 4BL (2)
JUNIOR YEAR
WINTER
SPRING
CHEM 153A (4)
CHEM 153L (4)
CHEM 113A (4)
CHEM 171 (4)
Upper Division
Chemistry Elective (4)
CHEM 110B (4)
CHEM 172 (4)
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
SENIOR YEAR
WINTER
SPRING
Important Notes

FALL
FALL
WINTER
CHEM 144 (5)
CHEM C113B (4)
CHEM 114 (5)
Upper Division
CHEM 174 OR 184 (5)
Chemistry Elective (4)
(Numbers in parentheses indicate the number of units.)
SPRING

This plan is just one EXAMPLE of how to schedule classes to graduate in 2
years. Other schedules may be equally valid.
Assuming that incoming transfer students have already completed the
Preparation for the Major, this plan only includes required courses for the
Upper Division Major Requirements.
This plan does not include General Education and other College
requirements. For these requirements, please consult with your College
Advising Unit (College Academic Counseling, AAP, Honors, Athletics).
Be sure to check your Degree Audit Report (DAR) frequently to ensure you
are meeting all degree requirements.
CHEM 114 (5)
CHEM 184 OR 174 (5)
CHEM 185 OR 136 (5)
CHEM 144 (5)
(Numbers in parentheses indicate the number of units.)
Important Notes




This plan is just one EXAMPLE of how to schedule classes to graduate in 4
years. Other schedules may be equally valid.
This plan only includes required courses for the Preparation for the Major
and the Upper Division Major Requirements.
This plan does not include General Education and other College
requirements. For these requirements, please consult with your College
Advising Unit (College Academic Counseling, AAP, Honors, Athletics).
Be sure to check your Degree Audit Report (DAR) frequently to ensure you
are meeting all degree requirements.
Courses may not always be taught in the quarter shown. Check with the Chemistry/Biochemistry Department for the most current list of projected course offerings.
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UCLA PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CONCENTRATION 2015-2016
CHEMISTRY MAJOR (B.S.), PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CONCENTRATION: This major is designed Chemistry majors who
are interested in attending graduate school in Physical Chemistry/Physics or related areas. It may also satisfy some
of the needs of pre-medical and other pre-professional schools. Refer to the UCLA General Catalog
(www.registrar.ucla.edu/catalog) for course descriptions and requisites.
For more details about this major and others offered in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, consult the
Undergraduate Office in 4006 Young Hall.
Preparation for the Major
General Chemistry (CHEM)
Organic Chemistry (CHEM)
Math (MATH)
Physics (PHYSICS)
20A(H), 20B(H), 20L, 30AL
30A(H), 30B, 30BL
31A, 31B, 32A, 32B, 33A, 33B
1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 4BL
(H) indicates that an Honors section may be available.
Upper Division Major Requirements
Chemistry (CHEM)
One Laboratory Elective (4 units)
Three Lecture Electives (12 units)
+
110A, 110B, 113A, C113B, [114(H) OR 118+],
153A(H), 171, 172
CHEM M120, 184, 185; PHYSICS 117, 180B, 180C;
EL ENGR 122L
CHEM C115A, C155B, C123A, C123B, 125, C143A,
C145, 156, C176, C180, C215C, 215D, M223C, 225; EL
ENGR 100, 101A, 102, 121B 136, 173; MATH 115A,
115B, 132, 134, 135, 136, 142, 146, 151A, 151B, 153;
PHYSICS 105A, 105B, 110A, 110B, 131, 132, 140A,
160
Course may only be applied once to the major.
Important Notes
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

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You must have a minimum of 180 units to graduate, and 60 of those units must be upper division
(courses numbered 100 to 199).
The Physical Chemistry Concentration Upper Division Major Requirements satisfy at least 49 upper
division units.
All Preparation for the Major and Upper Division Major courses must be taken for a letter grade.
Seminars, individual study courses, and research courses (e.g. 196, 199) may not be used to satisfy the
requirements for the Physical Chemistry Concentration.
You must have a 2.0 GPA in the major to graduate with a degree. If you fall below a 2.0 GPA in the
major, it is strongly recommended that you change majors.
You may not take or repeat a chemistry or biochemistry course for credit if it is a prerequisite for a more
advanced course for which you already have credit.
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UCLA PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CONCENTRATION 2015-2016 – Sample Major Course Plans
INCOMING FRESHMEN
TRANSFER STUDENTS
FRESHMAN YEAR
JUNIOR YEAR
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
CHEM 20A (4)
MATH 31A (4)
CHEM 20B (4)
CHEM 20L (3)
MATH 31B (4)
CHEM 30A (4)
CHEM 30AL (4)
MATH 32A (4)
CHEM 153A (4)
CHEM 171 (4)
CHEM 110A (4)
CHEM 113A (4)
CHEM 110B (4)
CHEM 172 (4)
SENIOR YEAR
SOPHOMORE YEAR
FALL
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
CHEM 30B (4)
CHEM 30BL (3)
PHYSICS 1A (5)
MATH 32B (4)
PHYSICS 1B (5)
MATH 33A (4)
PHYSICS 1C (5)
PHYSICS 4BL (2)
JUNIOR YEAR

WINTER
SPRING
MATH 33B (4)
CHEM 110A (4)
CHEM 171 (4)
CHEM 113A (4)
Lecture Elective #1 (4)
CHEM 110B (4)
CHEM 172 (4)
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
SENIOR YEAR
WINTER
SPRING
Important Notes
FALL
FALL
WINTER
CHEM 114 (5)
CHEM C113B (4)
CHEM 185 (5)
Lecture Elective #1 (4)
Lecture Elective #2 (4)
Lecture Elective #3 (4)
(Numbers in parentheses indicate the number of units.)
SPRING
CHEM 153A (4)
CHEM C113B (4)
CHEM 185 (5)
CHEM 114 (5)
Lecture Elective #2 (4)
Lecture Elective #3 (4)
(Numbers in parentheses indicate the number of units.)

This plan is just one EXAMPLE of how to schedule classes to graduate in 2
years. Other schedules may be equally valid.
Assuming that incoming transfer students have already completed the
Preparation for the Major, this plan only includes required courses for the
Upper Division Major Requirements.
This plan does not include General Education and other College
requirements. For these requirements, please consult with your College
Advising Unit (College Academic Counseling, AAP, Honors, Athletics).
Be sure to check your Degree Audit Report (DAR) frequently to ensure you
are meeting all degree requirements.
Important Notes




This plan is just one EXAMPLE of how to schedule classes to graduate in 4
years. Other schedules may be equally valid.
This plan only includes required courses for the Preparation for the Major
and the Upper Division Major Requirements.
This plan does not include General Education and other College
requirements. For these requirements, please consult with your College
Advising Unit (College Academic Counseling, AAP, Honors, Athletics).
Be sure to check your Degree Audit Report (DAR) frequently to ensure you
are meeting all degree requirements.
Courses may not always be taught in the quarter shown. Check with the Chemistry/Biochemistry Department for the most current list of projected course offerings.
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UCLA CHEMISTRY-MATERIALS SCIENCE MAJOR 2015-2016
CHEMISTRY-MATERIALS SCIENCE MAJOR (B.S.): This major is designed primarily for students who are
interested in chemistry with an emphasis on material properties. The major provides appropriate preparation
for graduate studies in fields emphasizing interdisciplinary research involving chemistry, engineering, and
applied science. Refer to the UCLA General Catalog (www.registrar.ucla.edu/catalog) for course descriptions
and requisites.
For more details about this major and others offered in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry,
consult the Undergraduate Office in 4006 Young Hall.
Preparation for the Major
General Chemistry (CHEM)
Organic Chemistry (CHEM)
Math (MATH)
Physics (PHYSICS)
20A(H), 20B(H), 20L, 30AL
30A(H)
31A, 31B, 32A, 32B, 33B
1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 4BL
(H) indicates that an Honors section may be available
Upper Division Major Requirements
Chemistry (CHEM)
One Chemistry Elective (Choose One)
Materials Science & Engineering (MAT SCI)
Two Materials Science & Engineering Electives
(MAT SCI) (8 units)
Laboratory Electives (1 CHEM & 1 MAT SCI) (7 units)
110A, 113A, 171*, 185, [172+ OR C180+ OR C181+]
110B, C113B, 172+, C174, C175, C176, C180+, C181+
104, 110, 110L, 120, 131, [121+ OR 150+ OR 160+]
C111, 121+, 122, 132, 150+, 160+, 162, CM180
+ Course may only be applied once to the major
[ ] Pick one course enclosed in brackets
* You will be allowed to enroll in CHEM 171 as a ChemistryMaterials Science Major without having taken CHEM 30B.
Chemistry 114, 184; Materials Science & Engineering
121L, 131L, 161L
Important Notes
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You must have a minimum of 180 units to graduate, and 60 of those units must be upper division
(courses numbered 100 to 199).
The Chemistry-Materials Science B.S. Upper Division Major Requirements satisfy at least 58 upper
division units.
All Preparation for the Major and Upper Division Major courses must be taken for a letter grade.
Seminars, individual study courses, and research courses (e.g. 196, 199) may not be used to satisfy
the requirements for the Chemistry-Materials Science major.
You must have a 2.0 GPA in the major to graduate with a degree. If you fall below a 2.0 GPA in the
major, it is strongly recommended that you change majors.
You may not take or repeat a chemistry or biochemistry course for credit if it is a prerequisite for a
more advanced course for which you already have credit.
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UCLA CHEMISTRY-MATERIALS SCIENCE MAJOR 2015-2016 – Sample Major Course Plans
INCOMING FRESHMEN
TRANSFER STUDENTS
FRESHMAN YEAR
JUNIOR YEAR
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
CHEM 20A (4)
MATH 31A (4)
CHEM 20B (4)
CHEM 20L (3)
MATH 31B (4)
CHEM 30A (4)
MATH 32A (4)
MAT SCI 104 (4)
CHEM 171 (4)
CHEM 110A (4)
CHEM 113A (4)
MAT SCI 122 (4)
CHEM 172 (4)
CHEM 110B (4)
SENIOR YEAR
SOPHOMORE YEAR
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
PHYSICS 1A (5)
MATH 32B (4)
PHYSICS 1B (5)
MATH 33B (4)
PHYSICS 1C (5)
PHYSICS 4BL (2)
MAT SCI 104 (4)
FALL
JUNIOR YEAR
FALL
CHEM 110A (4)
CHEM 171 (4)
MAT SCI 110 (4)
MAT SCI 110L (2)
WINTER
CHEM 113A (4)
MAT SCI 120 (4)
MAT SCI 131 (4)
SPRING
CHEM 172 (4)
CHEM 110B (4)
MAT SCI 121 (4)
MAT SCI 121L (2)
FALL
WINTER

SPRING
CHEM 114 (5)
MAT SCI 150 (4)
CHEM 185 (5)
MAT SCI C111 OR 122 (4)
(Numbers in parentheses indicate the number of units.)
SPRING
Important Notes
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SENIOR YEAR
WINTER
CHEM 114 (5)
MAT SCI 120 (4)
CHEM 185 (5)
MAT SCI 110 (4)
MAT SCI 131 (4)
MAT SCI 121 (4)
MAT SCI 110L (2)
MAT SCI 150 (4)
MAT SCI 121L (2)
(Numbers in parentheses indicate the number of units.)

This plan is just one EXAMPLE of how to schedule classes to graduate in 2
years. Other schedules may be equally valid.
Assuming that incoming transfer students have already completed the
Preparation for the Major, this plan only includes required courses for the
Upper Division Major Requirements.
This plan does not include General Education and other College
requirements. For these requirements, please consult with your College
Advising Unit (College Academic Counseling, AAP, Honors, Athletics).
Be sure to check your Degree Audit Report (DAR) frequently to ensure you
are meeting all degree requirements.
Important Notes




This plan is just one EXAMPLE of how to schedule classes to graduate in 4
years. Other schedules may be equally valid.
This plan only includes required courses for the Preparation for the Major
and the Upper Division Major Requirements.
This plan does not include General Education and other College
requirements. For these requirements, please consult with your College
Advising Unit (College Academic Counseling, AAP, Honors, Athletics).
Be sure to check your Degree Audit Report (DAR) frequently to ensure you
are meeting all degree requirements.
Courses may not always be taught in the quarter shown. Check with the Chemistry/Biochemistry Department and Materials Science and Engineering for the most current list of
projected course offerings.
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UCLA CHEMISTRY-MATERIALS SCIENCE ORGANIC CONCENTRATION 2015-2016
CHEMISTRY-MATERIALS SCIENCE MAJOR (B.S.), ORGANIC CONCENTRATION: This major is designed primarily
for students who are interested in chemistry with an emphasis on material properties of organic matter. The
major provides appropriate preparation for graduate studies in fields emphasizing interdisciplinary research
involving chemistry, engineering, and applied science. Refer to the UCLA General Catalog
(www.registrar.ucla.edu/catalog) for course descriptions and requisites.
For more details about this major and others offered in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry,
consult the Undergraduate Office in 4006 Young Hall.
Preparation for the Major
General Chemistry (CHEM)
Organic Chemistry (CHEM)
Math (MATH)
Physics (PHYSICS)
20A(H), 20B(H), 20L, 30AL
30A(H), 30B, 30BL, 30C, 30CL
31A, 31B, 32A, 32B, 33B
1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 4BL
(H) indicates that an Honors section may be available.
Upper Division Major Requirements
Chemistry (CHEM)
One Chemistry Elective (Choose One)
Materials Science & Engineering (MAT SCI)
One Materials Science & Engineering Elective (MAT
SCI) (4 units)
Laboratory Electives (1 CHEM & 1 MAT SCI) (7 units)
110A, 113A, 136, 171, 185
110B, C113B, C143A, C143B, 144, 172, C174, C175,
C176, C180, C181
104, 110, 110L, 120, 150
C111, 121, 122, 131, 132, 160, 162, CM180
Chemistry 114, 184; Materials Science & Engineering
121L, 131L, 161L
Important Notes
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You must have a minimum of 180 units to graduate, and 60 of those units must be upper division
(courses numbered 100 to 199).
The Chemistry-Materials Science Organic Concentration Upper Division Major Requirements satisfy
at least 51 upper division units.
All Preparation for the Major and Upper Division Major courses must be taken for a letter grade.
Seminars, individual study courses, and research courses (e.g. 196, 199) may not be used to satisfy
the requirements for the Chemistry-Materials Science Organic Concentration major.
You must have a 2.0 GPA in the major to graduate with a degree. If you fall below a 2.0 GPA in the
major, it is strongly recommended that you change majors.
You may not take or repeat a chemistry or biochemistry course for credit if it is a prerequisite for a
more advanced course for which you already have credit.
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UCLA CHEMISTRY-MATERIALS SCIENCE ORGANIC CONCENTRATION MAJOR 2015-2016 – Sample Major Course Plans
INCOMING FRESHMEN
TRANSFER STUDENTS
FRESHMAN YEAR
JUNIOR YEAR
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
CHEM 20A (4)
MATH 31A (4)
CHEM 20B (4)
CHEM 20L (3)
MATH 31B (4)
CHEM 30A (4)
CHEM 30AL (4)
MATH 32A (4)
MAT SCI 104 (4)
CHEM 171 (4)
CHEM 110A (4)
MAT SCI 150 (4)
CHEM 113A (4)
CHEM 172 (4)
CHEM 185 (5)
SENIOR YEAR
SOPHOMORE YEAR
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
FALL
WINTER
CHEM 30B (4)
CHEM 30BL (3)
MATH 32B (4)
PHYSICS 1A (5)
CHEM 30C (4)
CHEM 30CL (4)
MATH 33B (4)
PHYSICS 1B (5)
PHYSICS 1C (5)
PHYSICS 4BL (2)
MAT SCI 104 (4)
MAT SCI 110 (4)
MAT SCI 110L (2)
CHEM 184 (5)
MAT SCI 120 (4)
Important Notes
JUNIOR YEAR
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
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CHEM 110A (4)
MAT SCI 110 (4)
MAT SCI 110L (2)
CHEM 113A (4)
MAT SCI 120 (4)
CHEM 185 (5)
MAT SCI 121 (4)
MAT SCI 121L (2)
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SENIOR YEAR
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
CHEM 136 (5)
MAT SCI 121 (4)
MAT SCI 121L (2)
(Numbers in parentheses indicate the number of units.)
SPRING
CHEM 171 (4)
CHEM 184 (5)
CHEM 136 (5)
MAT SCI 150 (4)
CHEM 172 (4)
(Numbers in parentheses indicate the number of units.)

This plan is just one EXAMPLE of how to schedule classes to graduate in 2
years. Other schedules may be equally valid.
Assuming that incoming transfer students have already completed the
Preparation for the Major, this plan only includes required courses for the
Upper Division Major Requirements.
This plan does not include General Education and other College
requirements. For these requirements, please consult with your College
Advising Unit (College Academic Counseling, AAP, Honors, Athletics).
Be sure to check your Degree Audit Report (DAR) frequently to ensure you
are meeting all degree requirements.
Important Notes




This plan is just one EXAMPLE of how to schedule classes to graduate in 4
years. Other schedules may be equally valid.
This plan only includes required courses for the Preparation for the Major
and the Upper Division Major Requirements.
This plan does not include General Education and other College
requirements. For these requirements, please consult with your College
Advising Unit (College Academic Counseling, AAP, Honors, Athletics).
Be sure to check your Degree Audit Report (DAR) frequently to ensure you
are meeting all degree requirements.
Courses may not always be taught in the quarter shown. Check with the Chemistry/Biochemistry Department for the most current list of projected course offerings.
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Chemistry & Biochemistry
Tentative Course Offerings 2015-2016
Course
14A
14B
14BL
14C
14CL
14D
19
20A
20AH
20B
20BH
20L
30A
30AL
30B
30BL
30C
30CL
98XA/XB
C100/C200
103
C105/CM205A
110A
110B
113A
C113B/C213B
114/114H
C115A/C215A
C115B/C215B
C122/C222
C123A/C223A
C123B/C223B
125
C126A/C226A
136
C140/C240
C143A/C243A
C143B/C243B
144
C145/C245
147
C150/C250
153A
153B
153C
153D
153L
154
156
C159A/C259A
C159B/C259B
CM160A/CM260A
C160B/C260B
CM161A/C261A
Fall
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Winter
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Spring
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Course
C164/C264
C165/C265
171
172
C174/C274
C176/C276A
C179/279
C180/C280
C181/C281
184
185
192A/B
201
203A
203B
203D
204
M205B
206
207
209
215D
218
M223C
228
229
M230B
M230D
236
241A
241B
244A
244B
247
248
249B
M252
M254
257
258
266
267
268
269A
269B
269C
269D
269E
272G
276B
278
285
400
495
Fall
Winter
X
Spring
X
X
X
X
X
X
X (Tent)
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
All Information is Subject to Change
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Chemistry & Biochemistry Research Tutorial Enrollment Instructions
DUE DATE: Monday of the Second Week of Each Quarter
Please follow the instructions on this form as they are DIFFERENT than the instructions that
automatically print with the contract!
PREREQUISITES:
Prerequisites for participation include junior standing with a 3.0 GPA in the major OR senior standing OR consent
of the instructor and department chair.
STUDENT INSTRUCTIONS:
 Go to the “Contracts” link on your MyUCLA page. Select and download the appropriate contract (196A,
196B, or 199). You must enroll in 196A for the first 8 units (mandatory P/NP) and 196B or 199 after that
(P/NP or Letter Grading). See Course Information and Grading Policies below.
 Fill in your student ID number, name, major, e-mail address, name of instructor, term/quarter, department,
units, and grading basis.
 In the area designated for the description of the project, write "See Attached." You must write a proposal
with the help of your Faculty Mentor. The Undergraduate Office staff will submit the proposal to the
appropriate Faculty Advisor for review and approval before you can be enrolled.
 In the area designated for the description of your tangible evidence to be completed at the end of the quarter,
write "Report." You will have to write a final report that is due to the Undergraduate Office by Friday of
Finals week. Guidelines for the final report will be e-mailed to you during 6th or 7th week.
 Obtain your faculty mentor’s signature on the Contract. The Undergraduate Office staff will obtain the
Department Chair’s signature.
 Complete the lab safety certification course through the Environment, Health & Safety Office
(http://www.worksafe.ucla.edu). You need to submit the confirmation certification along with your contract in
order to be enrolled.
 Turn in the completed contract, proposal, and lab safety certification to the Undergraduate Office (4006
Young Hall) by the Monday of the second week of the quarter. To ensure approval by the enrollment
deadline, it is imperative that your proposal be submitted no later than the due date. Late proposals will not be
accepted.
COURSE INFORMATION AND GRADING POLICIES:
There are three different Research Tutorials in which students can enroll. The appropriate course is determined by
the student’s previous Research Tutorials completed. Typically, students enroll in Research Tutorials for 4 units,
which usually require working 12-20 hours/week (monitored by the instructor).
Chem 196A: Research Apprenticeship (take during 1st & 2nd research quarters)
To be taken for the first 8 units of Research Tutorials in Chemistry and Biochemistry.
Variable 2 to 4 units a quarter. Mandatory P/NP grading.
Chem 196B: Research Apprenticeship (take during 3rd research quarter)
Prerequisites: 8 units of 196A, consent of instructor, and consent of department chair.
Variable 2 to 4 units per quarter. May be taken for a maximum of 4 units. P/NP or letter grading.
Chem 199: Directed Research
Prerequisites: 8 units of 196A on related material, consent of instructor, and consent of department chair.
Variable 2-4 units per quarter. Can be repeated for 12 units max.
PROPOSAL AND REPORT GUIDELINES:
A Chemistry and Biochemistry Research Tutorial requires an approved written proposal to enroll and a written
report at the end of the quarter. Both of these papers must be typed. Guidelines for writing a proposal are on the
back of this form, and guidelines for the final report will be e-mailed to you during 6th or 7th week.
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Chemistry and Biochemistry
Research Tutorial Proposals
(New and Continuing Research Tutorial Students)
In order to enroll in Chemistry & Biochemistry Research Tutorial each quarter, you are required to submit a
research proposal describing your research project. Clearly describing your research project will aid you in
carrying out the research during the quarter and in writing your research report which must be submitted at the
end of the quarter. You should work with your research mentor in preparing your proposal and research
report.
The College of Letters and Science’s Assistant Vice Provost for Undergraduate Research, Dr. Tama Hasson, can
also assist you in preparing your research proposal and report. Appointments with Dr. Hasson can be made in the
Undergraduate Research Center, 2121 Life Science (310-825-9277).
In addition to the guidelines outlined below, you are required to indicate the amount of time you expect to
spend on this course (12 hours/week is considered minimum for 4 units of Research Tutorials), and how
frequently you expect to meet with your faculty mentor. Your proposal must be typed.
Research Proposal Guidelines
Your research proposal should include the following:
1.
A descriptive Title.
2.
A brief (<250 words) Abstract describing the background, long-term goal(s), short-term objectives, and
specific methods of investigation of your proposed research project.
3.
A brief Introduction summarizing the background of your proposed investigation and your previous
research accomplishments on the project (if applicable). The background should clearly summarize the
essential chemistry or biochemistry relevant to your project and place your project in context of known
science. You must have citations to the scientific literature. Indicate how this quarter's objectives relate
to the work you have completed in previous quarters (if applicable). Explain how it is different (if
applicable).
4.
A description of what you propose to do (Methods). What hypotheses will your work test or what
questions do you hope to answer? Describe the tasks or plan of experiments you will be performing
including laboratory techniques you will be learning (or applying) and the kind of data you will be
collecting (if applicable).
5.
A brief Discussion describing how your proposed experiments will contribute to the short or long-term
objectives of your research project- i.e. how does your work fit into the "big picture". Describe the
direction your research project will follow in succeeding quarters.
6.
A list of cited References using the proper format for literature citations. For Chemistry research use the
format found in the Journal of the American Chemical Society and for Biochemistry research use the
format found in Biochemistry.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Chemistry & Biochemistry Enrollment Difficulties
If you have taken the prerequisites for a UCLA Chemistry or Biochemistry course at a
different institution, MyUCLA will not recognize your transfer credit coursework, EVEN
IF IT SHOWS CORRECTLY ON YOUR DAR. If this happens, please follow the
guidelines below or contact the Chemistry & Biochemistry Undergraduate Office in 4006
Young Hall to fill out an enrollment form. No enrollments will be done over the
telephone. E-mail Denise Mantonya, at denise@chem.ucla.edu or dmm@chem.ucla.edu
with the following detailed information:
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Your Full Name
Your Student ID number
The Chemistry or Biochemistry course you wish to enroll into
The course ID (9-digit) number of the section you wish to enroll into
Please do not send multiple e-mails. You will be enrolled and/or wait-listed within 24 hours of your original
request. Please be aware of the following guidelines:
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You are only allowed 10 units total on your priority/1st pass.
If the course is full including the waiting list Denise cannot override this.
Requests must be sent at the exact time of your enrollment pass.
Denise can only do Chemistry & Biochemistry enrollment, for all other enrollment inquiries please
contact the respective department.
Denise typically will answer enrollment e-mails on evenings, weekends and holidays.
Should I enroll in a class that I have not met the prerequisites for?
NO!
There are many ways to answer this question; the most compelling is probably NO. There are so many reasons
as to why this is not a good idea.
Sequence Restrictions (You may not receive grade or unit credit for a course taken out of sequence)
Students who have taken courses out of sequence tend to not do as well as students who have met all the prerequisites for the course.
If you still insist on trying to take a course without the proper pre-requisites please follow the guidelines below:
 You must contact the faculty member who is teaching the more advanced course you wish to enroll into to
obtain possible permission
 They must give you an okay in writing (e-mail) and you must submit this to Denise for final enrollment
processing.
Help! I am on the waiting list for a Chemistry or Biochemistry course.
What do I do?
The Chemistry & Biochemistry department has realistic waiting lists on all of our courses. Waiting lists are monitored
on a regular basis and as space becomes available the waiting lists will automatically be enrolled. You should
definitely attend lecture, discussion and lab for Chemistry & Biochemistry courses you are wait listed for.
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Courses with a zero enrollment capacity
The following courses are wait list only: 114/114H, 136, 144, 154, C174, 184 & 185. You can only enroll for
these courses on your 1st or 2nd pass. MyUCLA will not allow enrollment in a wait-list only course on priority
pass. It is HIGHLY recommended to wait list yourself for these courses on your 1st pass. Lab space is
extremely limited and final enrollment consideration will be granted to graduating seniors.
Enrollment will be done before the start of the quarter. You should attend lecture and lab the first week for final
enrollment consideration.
Declaring/Changing Your Major
To declare a major in the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department, fill out a
change of major petition
(http://www.registrar.ucla.edu/forms/programchange.pdf) and bring it to
the Undergraduate Office in 4006 Young Hall.
When petitioning, we will look at your overall progress, check to see if you
have at least a 2.0 GPA, make sure you do not have any outstanding D’s or
F’s in any courses for the major, verify that there are no holds on your record,
and that you can complete the major within your unit maximum (216 + AP
units).
You must be in good
academic standing (2.0
GPA) with at least 12 units
completed at UCLA
(including at least one
chemistry course) before
being allowed to declare or
change majors.
If there are any problems with processing of the change of major request, you
will be contacted. If the petition is approved, you will receive an e-mail and the update will be made on
MyUCLA.
If you decide a major in the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department is not for you, visit the department you
are interested in and find out their requirements.
Departmental Scholar Program (B.S/M.S. Program)
Exceptionally promising undergraduate students may petition to pursue their Bachelor’s (B.S.) and Master’s
(M.S.) degrees simultaneously. Qualifications include the following:
O A UC cumulative GPA and major GPA of 3.5 or better
O At least one term of coursework remaining at UCLA
O Current research with a faculty member in the department
If you are interested in becoming a Departmental Scholar, consult the Chemistry & Biochemistry Graduate Office
in advance of application dates for graduate admission. The Graduate Office is located in 4009 Young Hall, or
you can call (310) 825-3150.
(310) 825-7570
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Resources you may find Helpful

CAC – College Academic Counseling
http://www.ugeducation.ucla.edu/counseling/

AAP – Academic Advancement Program
http://www.aap.ucla.edu/programs/counseling/

Athletics
http://www.uclabruins.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=30500&ATCLID=208272559
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Honors Program
http://www.honors.ucla.edu/counseling.html
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Office for Students with Disabilities
https://www.osd.ucla.edu/

UCLA General Catalog
http://www.registrar.ucla.edu/catalog

UCLA Schedule of Classes
http://www.registrar.ucla.edu/schedule/schedulehome.aspx
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MyUCLA
http://www.my.ucla.edu/
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Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
http://www.counseling.ucla.edu

Registrar
http://www.registrar.ucla.edu/

Career Center
http://www.career.ucla.edu

International Education Office
http://www.ieo.ucla.edu/

Student Legal Services
https://www.studentlegal.ucla.edu/

Financial Aid
http://www.financialaid.ucla.edu/

Dean of Students
http://www.deanofstudents.ucla.edu
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