About Chemistry

associate degree

The Associate of Science in Chemistry Degree is for learners wishing to pursue baccalaureate studies in the chemical, physical and life sciences.

This curriculum is equivalent to the first two years of study offered in the chemistry programs of other colleges and universities. Learners are exposed to the foundational principles of Chemistry, while also examining its use in general, organic and analytical contexts.

The Associate Degree in Chemistry provides foundational exposure for careers in the sciences, such as food production, medicine, education and energy.


Course Breakdown

Chemistry takes 2 years to complete and rewards students with an Associate Degree.

Year One

Semester One

General Education Courses
  • Critical Reading and Writing (4 Credits)
  • Algebra Essentials (4 Credits)
  • A Survey of Saint Lucian History and Heritage (3 Credits)
Programme Courses
  • General Chemistry I (4 Credits)
  • Second Science Course Option (Biology / Math / Physics / Environmental Science) (4 Credits)

Semester Two

General Education Courses
  • Speech, Self and Society (3 Credits)
  • Modern Language (3 Credits)
  • Ethics and Professional Development (3 Credits)
Programme Courses
  • General Chemistry II (4 Credits)
  • Another Level 1 Course in the second Science Option chosen (4 Credits)

Year Two

Semester Three

General Education Courses
  • General Education Course: Humanities (3 Credits)
Programme Courses
  • Organic Chemistry I (4 Credits)
  • Fundamentals in Analytical Chemistry (4 Credits)
  • A Level 2 Course in the second Science Option chosen at Level 1 (4 Credits)
  • Elective I (3 Credits)

Semester Four

General Education Courses
  • General Education Course: Social Sciences (3 Credits)
Programme Courses
  • Organic Chemistry II (4 Credits)
  • Internship / Practicum / Project (2 Credits)
  • Another Level 2 Course in the second Science Option chosen at Level 1 (4 Credits)
  • Elective II (3 Credits)

Entry Requirements

You can visit our Admissions Page to read our general entry requirements.

  1. College entry requirements, as well as CSEC Grade III, or equivalent, in Chemistry and one other science subject.
  2. Special Considerations: CSEC Agricultural Science (double award) minimum Grade III is acceptable as qualification for other science subject.

Fees & Tuition

Visit our Tuition page to download the fees of different programmes.

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Breakdown of Academic Fees
Fee Year One Year Two
Semester One Semester Two Semester One Semester Two
Tuition for Saint Lucian & OECS Students $ 1,055 $ 1,110 $ 1,080 $ 1,080
Tuition for CARICOM Students $ 1,503 $ 1,558 $ 1,528 $ 1,528
Tuition for International Students $ 3,201 $ 3,256 $ 3,226 $ 3,226
Audit - $ 30
Registration $ 30 $ 30 $ 30 $ 30
Students’ Council $ 12 - $ 12 -
Digital Technology $ 110 $ 110 $ 110 $ 110
Insurance $ 18 - $ 18 -
ID Card $ 25 -
Total Cost of Academic Fees
Total Fees Year One Year Two
Semester One Semester Two Semester Three Semester Four
Saint Lucian Nationals & OECS Students $ 1,250 $ 1,250 $ 1,250 $ 1,250
CARICOM Students $ 1,698 $ 1,698 $ 1,698 $ 1,698
International Students $ 3,396 $ 3,396 $ 3,396 $ 3,396