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UC Santa Cruz sponsors outstanding educational programs—both graduate and undergraduate—in the areas of Chemistry and Biochemistry.
Graduate Programs: The Chemistry and Biochemistry Department offers three graduate degrees: the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), a thesis Master of Science (M.S.), and a coursework M.S. The Ph.D. and thesis M.S. programs are designed to help students develop into independent scholars while pursuing the excitement of scientific research in a personal, supportive environment. Note: Applications for the Research Thesis path Master’s degree are not being accepted at this time.
Undergraduate Programs: The UCSC Chemistry and Biochemistry Department offers both B.S. and B.A. degree programs. Students who declare the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BMB) major earn a bachelor of science (B.S.) degree. A minor in chemistry is also offered for those who wish to have a strong complementary program in chemistry while majoring in another course of study.
