Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

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In the Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry you will learn about the structure of atoms and molecules, the properties of materials and their transformation, as well as practical skills such as the synthesis of compounds and the design of experiments. You will have an inter, multi and transdisciplinary training with other areas of knowledge such as mathematics, physics, biology, computer science, social sciences and humanities. In this way, you will be able to work in various fields, such as scientific research, food industry, pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals and environmental protection.

Admission Requirements

Area of knowledge

Natural Sciences

Labor field

If you have doubts about the places where you could practice your profession after graduating with a degree in chemistry, these are some possibilities:

In industrial plants engaged in the transformation of energy, metal-mechanical, chemical products such as paper, textiles, plastics, detergents and paints.
In the extractive industry, specifically in mining and petroleum, or in the cement industry, in the production of cement and lime.
In the design and development of new drugs in laboratories to improve existing products and perform tests to ensure their quality.
En el sector de la energía, evaluando los riesgos ambientales en laboratorios... Leer más

Competencies

Aplicación de la Química en el Desarrollo de Procesos Sostenibles

Aplicación de las Buenas Prácticas de Laboratorio

Citizenship

Communication

Creativity

Diseño y Ejecución de Proyectos de Investigación

Dominio de las Ciencias Químicas

Training

Collaborative Leadership

Critical Thinking

Use of Technology

Curriculum

1st semester

Introduction to Chemistry

Calculation

Mechanics

Learning to Learn

Multicultural Mexico

Introductory Conversations. Foreign Language

2º semestre

Chemical Reactivity

Differential Equations

Matter and Energy Interaction

Statistics and Probability

Thermodynamics

Past and Future Events. Foreign Language

3rd semester

Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure

Introduction to Organic Chemistry

Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry and its Application in Acid-Base Systems

Fundamentals of Research Methodology

Physicochemical Equilibrium

Achievements and Experiences. Foreign Language

4th semester

Coordination Chemistry

Fundamental Organic Reactions

Analytical Chemistry Applied to Complex and Redox Systems

Electrochemistry

Sustainable Development and Environment

Personal Decisions. Foreign Language

5th semester

Organometallic Chemistry

Carbonyl and Aromatic Reactivity

Competitive Equilibria in Analytical Chemistry

Quantum Chemistry

Environmental Chemistry

Cause and Effect. Foreign Language

6th semester

Rearrangements, Oxidations and Reductions

Chemical Kinetics

Physicochemical Methods of Separation

Physicochemical Treatment of Pollution

Elective I

In Other Words. Foreign Language

7th semester

Organic Synthesis

Instrumental Methods of Analysis

Laboratory Management

Biorganic Compounds

Industrial Chemistry

Elective II

8th semester

Biotechnology

Quality Control

Elective III

Experimental Elective I

Social Service

9th semester

Internships

Experimental Elective II

Electives

Catalysis (I)

Advanced Statistics Applied To Chemical Analysis (I)

Waste Management and Pollution Prevention (I)

Molecular and Supramolecular Chemistry (I)

Heterocyclic Chemistry (I)

Environmental Quality (II)

Nanochemistry (II)

Natural Products (II)

Computational Chemistry (II)

Chemical Analysis Applied to Forensic Sciences (II)

Modern Applications of Inorganic Chemistry (III)

Structure Activity Relationships QSAR (Drug Design) (III)

Advanced Methods of Instrumental Analysis (III)

Organic Polymers (III)

Environmental Microbiology and Biotechnology (III)

Profile

Entry Profile

If you are interested in studying the Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, you should have general knowledge in chemistry, physics, mathematics and biology. You should also have a basic knowledge of English, basic computing and general culture. It is important that you have assertive oral and written communication skills, manual dexterity, logical, numerical and abstract reasoning skills, observational skills and an ecological conscience. It is also essential that you have a passionate interest in the natural and exact sciences, which motivates you to develop and train professionally in this discipline.

Considering the admission profile that indicates which skills and aptitudes are desirable in the applicant, it is proposed that the Natural and Exact Sciences module be included in the admission exam.

Accepted students must attend a mandatory mathematics course which will be given the week prior to the beginning of the semester. It will also be mandatory for them to attend the induction talk on the dates and times determined by the ICBI.

Profile of graduates

Upon graduating from the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo with a degree in Chemistry:

You will master the chemical sciences and will be able to apply their concepts and theories to solve problems related to different areas of chemistry.
You will be able to design and execute research projects using the scientific method, and document the results to present them in research and dissemination forums.
You will know how to apply good laboratory practices to ensure the quality and validity of the results obtained in the study and optimize the available resources.
You will be able to develop and apply sustainable chemical processes and clean technologies that comply with the principles of Green Chemistry and sustainable development, to obtain chemical products in a more efficient, economically viable and environmentally friendly way.

Success Stories

Colaboración virtual internacional de estudiantes

Como parte de sus actividades en el curso de Química del Medio Ambiente, el grupo 1 de 5° semestre de la Licenciatura en Química participó en el proyecto COIL (Collaborative Online International Learning) denominado “Chemistry and sustainable goals” de febrero a abril de 2024. Los estudiantes y su profesora colaboraron con sus pares de la Durban University of Technology (Department of Chemistry, Sudáfrica) y la Universitat Rovira I Virgili (Department de Química Analítica I Orgánica, España).

En el proyecto, los estudiantes de las tres universidades pudieron intercambiar experiencias personales y propuestas para incidir en los Objetivos del Desarrollo Sustentable (ODS) mediante las herramientas que provee la Química y con un enfoque intercultural. Los estudiantes de la UAEH se enfocaron en los ODS 12 (Producción y Consumo Responsable) y 13 (Acción por el Clima), y concluyeron con éxito este proyecto de movilidad virtual.

Mención honorífica a egresado de la Licenciatura en Química

El Dr. Luis Felipe Juárez Santillán, egresado de la Licenciatura en Química con mención honorífica y profesor de la Universidad Tecnológica de Gutiérrez Zamora, impartió la conferencia “La Química como una herramienta indispensable para el campo” en el Encuentro con Egresados del AAQ y Fortalecimiento de Redes de Colaboración Ambientales. El ponente compartió su experiencia en el desarrollo de bioproductos y la transferencia de tecnología para la producción agrícola y enfatizó la importancia de conocer y aplicar los principios de la Química fundamental en estos tópicos. Asimismo, conversó acerca de su exitosa participación en el Heineken Green Challenge de 2023, del que resultó finalista, con el proyecto “Diseño de un clorador de bajo costo para zonas rurales”, y animó a los estudiantes presentes a participar en las actividades que fomentan la creatividad con un ánimo emprendedor.

Premio CENEVAL al desempeño de excelencia-EGEL

Egresado de la Licenciatura en Química, obtuvo el "Premio CENEVAL al Desempeño de Excelencia-EGEL", al tener un desempeño sobresaliente en todas las áreas evaluadas. Otros logros son: Representante de Hidalgo en la Olimpiada Nacional de Química y Seleccionado del Instituto Mexicano de la Juventud, para participar en el programa "Rumbo Joven Diseña tu Futuro" el cual fue llevado a cabo en Panamá.

Actualmente estudia la Maestría en Ciencias Químicas en la Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo desarrollando el proyecto de investigación "Diseño de metodologías analíticas para la determinación de 1-naftol y 2-naftol en muestras complejas".

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Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Welcome

Area of knowledge

Labor field

Competencies

Aplicación de la Química en el Desarrollo de Procesos Sostenibles

Aplicación de las Buenas Prácticas de Laboratorio

Citizenship

Communication

Creativity

Diseño y Ejecución de Proyectos de Investigación

Dominio de las Ciencias Químicas

Training

Collaborative Leadership

Critical Thinking

Use of Technology

Curriculum

Profile

Entry Profile

Profile of graduates

Success Stories

Colaboración virtual internacional de estudiantes

Mención honorífica a egresado de la Licenciatura en Química

Premio CENEVAL al desempeño de excelencia-EGEL

Student Services

Garza Platform

Innovation in your learning

Courses in iTunes U

Digital Library

Open Institutional Repository

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