Biochemistry Major

• Complete the following 3.0 credits: BIOA01H3, BIOA02H3, CHMA10H3, [CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3], [MATA29H3 or MATA30H3], [MATA35H3 or MATA36H3].
• Use Degree Explorer and the UTSC Calendar to plan your courses and program.

• Attend Facilitated Study Groups and the Chemistry Help Centre.
• Drop by the Math & Statistics Learning Centre to have your course-related questions answered.
• Connect with your program librarian for research assistance and workshops.

• Attend Faculty-Student Mix & Mingle events to learn about volunteer research opportunities, Work Study jobs (>Jobs & Recruitment>Work Study), Service Learning and Outreach.

• Get involved with the Chemistry Students Association (CSA) and Environmental and Physical Sciences Students Association (EPSA) to learn more about volunteer opportunities.
• Get involved with professional student organizations such as MEDLIFE, Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA) UTSC, and Future Black Physicians.

• Attend program information sessions organized by the department.
• Volunteer with organizations to explore your career options.
• Attend the UTSC Get Experience Fair in September.
• Register with SCSU’s Volunteer Network Program.

• Complete the following 3.0 credits: BIOB10H3, BIOB11H3, BIOB12H3, CHMB16H3, CHMB41H3, CHMB42H3.
• Use Degree Explorer and consult with your Program Advisor to ensure you meet your degree and program requirements.

DEVELOP YOUR ACADEMIC & RESEARCH SKILLS

• Explore research study courses such as PSCB90H3.
• Attend additional help sessions and research workshops organized by your course instructors.
• Sign up for Study Skills workshops offered by the Academic Advising & Career Centre.

APPLY THEORY TO PRACTICE

• Develop your Co-Curricular Record (CCR) by signing up for Experiential Learning opportunities; check listings on CLNx.

BECOME AN ENGAGED CITIZEN (LOCALLY & GLOBALLY)

• Volunteer for Let’s Talk Science, High School outreach, and community outreach events.
• Look into International Student Centre’s (ISC) Global Learning opportunities, such as the Summer Abroad, Explore, and Student Exchange programs.

PLAN FOR YOUR FUTURE CAREER

• Apply for discipline specific summer, part-time or Work Study positions; check listings on CLNx (>Jobs & Recruitment).
• Explore research study courses such as PSCB90H3.
• Speak with your professors and advisors about your graduate study plans.

CHOOSE YOUR COURSES WISELY

• Complete the following 2.0 credits: BIOC12H3, BIOC13H3, BIOC23H3, CHMC47H3.
• Take 0.5 credit from: CHMB20H3*, CHMB23H3*, CHMB31H3, CHMC11H3, CHMC41H3, CHMC42H3. (*If CHMB20H3 or CHMB23H3 is selected, PHYA10H3 is required.) 
• Take 0.5 credit from: CHMD47H3, CHMD69H3, CHMD71H3, CHMD79H.

• Explore volunteer opportunities; check with your department and on CLNx (>Jobs & Recruitment).
• Get writing support at the Centre for Teaching & Learning (CTL) Writing Centre.

• Enter to win the UTSC Library Undergraduate Research Prize or Poster Forum.

• Run for an elected position in EPSA, the Chemistry Society or another campus club.

• Consult with staff at the AA&CC to plan your career path.
• Check CLNx regularly for networking events or employer information sessions.
• Attend the Graduate & Professional School Fair in September.
• Join a conference to develop your professional skills

• Ensure you have fulfilled your breadth requirements.
• Use Degree Explorer to ensure you are on track to graduate.
• Register your “Intent to Graduate” on ACORN by the deadline.

• Apply for the Academic Travel Fund through DSL to conduct research, present at a conference, or engage with the academic community internationally.

• Explore ISC’s Global Learning programs, DSL’S LEAD program, and Imani Academic Mentorship program for black youth.

• Participate in AA&CC’s Partners in Leadership program to learn and network with an alumni mentor about transitioning into the work field or further education.

• Attend the AA&CC’s Get Hired job search conference in April/May.
• Attend a Jobs for Grads orientation for a job search “crash course” and for access to full-time job listings.
• Discuss grad school plans early with staff at the AA&CC and your professors.
• Get help with your CV and personal statement at the AA&CC.