Graduate Coursework
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A total of 30.0 units are required for the M.S. degree, at least 20 of which must be in graduate level courses (numbered 200+). Core courses must be completed with a grade of B or better, and the overall minimum GPA is 3.0. The time-to-degree for the M.S. is two years. |
No more than 10 units may be in CHEM 596.
CHEM 501, 502, 597, 598, and 599 (or other department equivalents) are not counted toward the minimum number of units required for the degree.
Courses are chosen in consultation with the student’s faculty area advisor.
Seminar Requirement (CHEM 290)
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A letter grade of B or better must be achieved in CHEM 290. |
This course requires delivery of a seminar related to your group’s research.
A letter grade of B or better must be achieved in CHEM 290.
If continuing in the Ph.D. program, this requirement must be completed before taking the Advancement to Candidacy Exam.
Your Thesis Committee
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Students should notify the Staff and Faculty Graduate Program Advisors of their committee makeup. The Faculty Graduate Program Advisor will sign off on your committee. |
M.S. committees require a minimum of 3 UC ladder faculty:
2 faculty members (including your Chair) must be in your home department
At least 1 faculty member must be independent of the thesis project
The student will meet with all committee members at least once a year to discuss progress, receive input and feedback, and discuss any concerns they might have
Annual Academic Progress Meeting
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Submit your Annual Thesis Committee Meeting Signature Page to the Staff Graduate Advisor once completed. |
First Year: Students will meet with the department chair to discuss their academic progress and set goals for the upcoming year.
Second Year: Students will meet with their thesis committee to review their progress, address any concerns, and ensure they are on track with their research and academic objectives.
The student will meet with all thesis committee members collectively at least once per year to discuss and reflect on progress and future plans in the program, receive input and feedback, and present any concerns or potential issues that you may have.
Refer to this page for more information on meeting frequency, scheduling, and structure.
Master’s Thesis
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File your thesis according to Graduate Division’s instructions by the filing deadline. Be sure to send the Staff Graduate Advisor a copy of your approved thesis (PDF) and signature page as well. |
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