Chemistry — study plan
- Credit hours
- 129
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 42
- Degree
- bachelor
The Chemistry study plan at Kuwait University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 129 credit hours across 42 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Year 1 31 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM101 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM105 | General Chemistry Laboratory I | 1 |
| CHEM102 | General Chemistry II | 3 |
| CHEM106 | General Chemistry Laboratory II | 1 |
| MATH101 | Calculus I | 3 |
| MATH102 | Calculus II | 3 |
| PHYS101 | General Physics I | 3 |
| ENGL120 | English Language | 3 |
| ARAB100 | Arabic Language | 3 |
| GIS100 | Islamic Culture | 2 |
| COMP100 | Introduction to Computing | 3 |
| SCEL100 | General Elective Elective | 3 |
Year 2 32 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM214 | Physical Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHEM233 | Inorganic Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM236 | Analytical Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHEM255 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM256 | Organic Chemistry II | 3 |
| PHYS102 | General Physics II | 3 |
| MATH201 | Calculus III | 3 |
| STAT210 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| BIOL101 | General Biology | 3 |
| SCEL200 | General Elective Elective | 3 |
Year 3 32 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM315 | Physical Chemistry II | 4 |
| CHEM334 | Inorganic Chemistry II | 3 |
| CHEM337 | Instrumental Analysis | 4 |
| CHEM357 | Spectroscopic Methods | 3 |
| CHEM361 | Organic Chemistry III | 3 |
| CHEM372 | Biochemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM381 | Environmental Chemistry | 3 |
| CHEM345 | Analytical Separations | 3 |
| CHEM366 | Physical Organic Chemistry | 3 |
| SCEL300 | Science Elective Elective | 3 |
Year 4 31 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM414 | Quantum Chemistry | 3 |
| CHEM433 | Coordination Chemistry | 3 |
| CHEM445 | Polymer Chemistry | 3 |
| CHEM455 | Forensic Chemistry | 3 |
| CHEM465 | Nanomaterials Chemistry | 3 |
| CHEM472 | Biochemistry II | 3 |
| CHEM418 | Applied Spectroscopy | 3 |
| CHEM490 | Research Project | 4 |
| CHEM481 | Advanced Elective Elective | 3 |
| CHEM482 | Advanced Elective Elective | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Chemistry
How many credit hours is Chemistry at Kuwait University?
Chemistry at Kuwait University requires completing 129 credit hours to graduate, spread across 42 courses.
How many years is Chemistry at Kuwait University?
The study plan for Chemistry spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Chemistry award?
Chemistry at Kuwait University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 129 credit hours.
Is Chemistry offered at other universities?
Yes, Chemistry is offered at at least 12 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.