Current location - Education and Training Encyclopedia - University rankings - Course introduction of UCLA College of Arts and Sciences
Course introduction of UCLA College of Arts and Sciences
16. Atmospheric and Marine Science (Bachelor of Science)

Atmospheric and marine sciences have raised various striking scientific issues and increasing social relevance. The current concern about the earth and global changes is an example, including climate change, greenhouse warming, air pollution, ozone layer, attempts to control or change weather phenomena, the need for reliable long-term weather forecast, and the continuous expansion of local and global scope and space science as we continue to explore the atmosphere of other planets.

The department offers a wide range of courses in power and weather meteorology, oceanography, atmospheric physics and chemistry, upper atmosphere and space physics.

17. Biochemistry (Bachelor of Science)

Biochemistry involves the composition, structure and properties of substances, the transformation of these substances into other substances through reactions, and the types of energy changes accompanying these reactions. This department consists of four interrelated and overlapping branches, mainly involving inorganic chemistry (inorganic chemistry), carbon compound chemistry (organic chemistry), life system chemistry (biochemistry) and the relationship between physical behavior of substances and their structures and chemical properties (physical chemistry).

18. Biology (Bachelor of Science)

Organic biology involves all aspects of modern life, and understanding how organisms adapt to the environment is the main challenge of this discipline. In order to meet this challenge, the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology has set up undergraduate and postgraduate courses at all levels of biology-from the regulation and physiological processes in organisms to the natural ecology and behavior of organisms, as well as the population and community dynamics of various species. All these disciplines are related to the practical problems facing the world today, and they all affect human decision-making from environmental protection to medical development.

19. Biophysics (Bachelor of Science)

The goal of biophysics major is to provide students with undergraduate background so that they can enter excellent postgraduate courses in biophysics, molecular biology and physics.

20. business economics (Bachelor of Arts)

Undergraduate courses provide a major for students to seek business direction in economic research. Did not copy the traditional undergraduate business school curriculum. On the contrary, it provides a more rigorous key course, guided by rigorous logic and comprehensive perspective of economics. The purpose is to cultivate students' postgraduate education in business, economics and law. This course requires students to include specific courses offered by the department and Johns Anderson Graduate School of Management.

2 1. Language and Culture in Central and Eastern Europe (BA)

The bachelor's degree in Slavic Language and Literature aims to enable students to master two Slavic languages and be familiar with their literature, as well as the cultural, political, social and historical background of Slavic people.

22. Chemistry (Bachelor of Science)

Chemistry involves the composition, structure and properties of substances, the transformation of these substances into other substances through reactions, and the types of energy changes accompanying these reactions. This department consists of four interrelated and overlapping branches, mainly involving inorganic chemistry (inorganic chemistry), carbon compound chemistry (organic chemistry), life system chemistry (biochemistry) and the relationship between physical behavior of substances and their structures and chemical properties (physical chemistry).

23. Chemistry/Materials Science (Bachelor of Science)

The major of Chemistry/Materials Science is designed for students who are interested in chemistry. It focuses on the characteristics of materials and provides students with opportunities to acquire professional knowledge of chemistry and science and engineering, such as semiconductors, photonic materials, polymers, biomaterials, ceramics, nanostructures and so on. Students explore the reactions of these materials in different environments and understand how chemical composition affects properties.

24. Mexican Studies (English)

Mexicans and Mexicans' research fields are systematic and interdisciplinary analysis of the United States and exploration of Mexican-American communities. It also investigates the influence of Mexicans on Chicano and Chicano people in America and their communities, and the way they get along with other Latin Americans/Latinos and indigenous people.

The strengths of undergraduate studies in Chikana and Chicano are interdisciplinary teaching methods and key skills learning methods. Interdiscipline is an academic goal, which is achieved through the strength and professional knowledge of core teachers such as art, cultural studies, history, Latin American literature, sociolinguistics, education and urban planning, as well as affiliated teachers from 13 different disciplines. The location of the stadium in Los Angeles puts it in a unique position to attract people from this diverse city. Los Angeles is the largest mexican american community in the United States and even the world, and it is also home to several other Latino groups. California has 40% of the country's foreign-born population, concentrated in the southern part of the state. As the social experience, historical reality, cultural customs and language features allowed in Los Angeles, the literary and artistic works of these communities are part of the key areas of research and curriculum.

25. Chinese (Cantonese)

Introduction Chinese majors offer Chinese, modern literature, linguistics, religion, archaeology, movies and other courses. Students are required to reach the advanced level of modern spoken and written Chinese and master the basic knowledge of pre-modern texts. Students who have completed this major have the language and cultural ability to work in various fields involving China, including business, finance, trade, journalism, diplomacy, cultural institutions and non-profit organizations, education and academia.

26. Classical Civilization (Bachelor of Arts)

The civilizations of ancient Greece and Rome have made great contributions to the political, social, artistic and intellectual development of the western world. The purpose of the major of classical civilization is to provide a formal and balanced introduction to the historical and cultural experience of ancient Greece and Rome. The study plan is structured, but not rigid. Investigation courses and basic language learning in lower grades require that ancient history and classical art establish the basic background of knowledge, while elective courses encourage personal and professional interests. This course offers many courses such as language, literature, history, mythology, religion, philosophy, art, archaeology and so on.

27. Climate Science (Bachelor of Science)

Climate change is one of the most pressing problems facing this generation. Students trained in basic science of climate change and climate risk assessment will be part of the solution. The newly established climate science major in the Department of Atmospheric and Marine Sciences will provide students with scientific knowledge to assess the impact of human-induced climate change and natural climate change on the climate and find solutions to manage and mitigate climate change. It will also make people understand the climate system needed to convey climate information to decision makers in public, private and non-governmental organizations.

28. Cognitive Science (Bachelor of Science)

This paper introduces the research of cognitive science specialty focusing on intelligent system, including real and artificial. Although it has a solid foundation in the field of traditional psychology, this major is interdisciplinary, emphasizing the themes of cognitive psychology, computer science, mathematics and related disciplines.

29. Communication (Bachelor of Arts)

Communication major is an interdisciplinary course leading to a bachelor of arts degree. It aims to provide students with comprehensive knowledge about the essence of human communication, its symbolic system of function, its environment, media and its influence. This major adopts critical and empirical methods and draws resources from social sciences, humanities and fine arts. It provides two key areas: mass communication center, which focuses on formal and institutional communication systems and the macro-social background of their operation; Interpersonal communication center focuses on face-to-face communication and interaction.

30. Comparative Literature (Bachelor of Arts)

Comparative literature UCLA focuses on defining the general elements of literature, such as genre, period, theme, language and theory. This course aims to provide students with a historical understanding of the concepts of genre and period by studying specific types and periods or literary movements. Courses based on paradigms or topics provide another way to learn documents, regardless of the synchronicity or diachronic nature of language boundaries.

3 1. Computing and Systems Biology (Bachelor of Science)

Computer and systems biology majors are mainly aimed at highly active undergraduates who are interested in life science, behavioral science, and computing, control, communication and information branches of engineering and computer science. The main emphasis is on comprehensive computing and system biology research. Pre-university courses include a broad foundation of basic science, chemistry, biology, physics and mathematics, as well as an introduction to computing. This major itself provides the foundation of mathematical modeling, simulation, calculation and information analysis, focusing on quantitative ideas and comprehensive system concepts and methods. Analytical abilities such as mathematics and calculation are the core of this major. Students in this major have several choices for further research: the coherent integration of courses selected from five designated sets of systems biology, bioinformatics, nervous system, biomedical system or computer system; Either from the broader concentrated fields such as life science, behavioral science, engineering and applied mathematics science, or from the curriculum integration of these fields.

32. Earth and Environmental Sciences (BA)

The bachelor's degree course in earth science aims to provide a broad background in earth science, especially suitable for students who want to become K through 12 earth, physics or life science teachers. Students planning to pursue careers in environmental science, law, government, business, journalism, public health, medicine or dentistry may also be interested. Those who are interested in becoming professional geologists, geochemists or geophysicists and/or continuing their postgraduate courses in earth or space science, please continue to study for one of the bachelor's degrees.

33. Ecology, Behavior and Evolution (Bachelor of Science)

The major of Ecology, Behavior and Evolution is suitable for students who are preparing for graduate courses in Ecology, Behavior and Evolution, or students who are employed in environmental biology, animal behavior, protection, teaching, museum work and government positions. Environmental problems are of great significance and far-reaching influence. It is necessary to study the strong field components of terrestrial and marine environments in California, southwest China and neotropical areas, such as coastal, desert and mountain environments.

34. Economics (Bachelor of Arts)

The undergraduate course of economics is designed for students who want to deeply understand economic theory and empirical methods. Emphasis is placed on the economic principles applicable to solving interpersonal conflicts of interest and coordinating production activities in a world with scarce resources. Because students must acquire comprehensive theoretical and technical abilities before studying the applied major of this major, the analysis core of economics major is closely structured. Some courses are suitable for non-students, but the courses are most suitable for students who want to focus on economic research in undergraduate education.

35. Engineering Geology (Bachelor of Science)

Geology/engineering geology is a science that studies the structure and evolution of the earth, with emphasis on civil and environmental engineering. In lectures/experiments, students learn about rocks and minerals and the formation process of rocks. In field courses, students go to mountains, beaches and desert areas to study the structure and shape of the earth. Engineering courses help to evaluate possible geological disasters (landslides, landfills, garbage disposal sites, groundwater pollution and earthquake damage to buildings).

36. English (Bachelor of Arts)

The English Department is devoted to the study of world literature and culture in which English is the main language, as well as the history and structure of English itself. Although there is no single method or means, the department encourages attention to the history of literature in Britain, the United States and the world, and requires its undergraduates to be familiar with many more influential writers, global languages and rich, diverse and influential literature and culture first. In this department, students can seek all kinds of methods to study culture beyond strict historical and literary criticism, for example, or those subjects that use sociology, psychology and philosophy resources. In the English bachelor's degree course, eligible students can choose creative writing or world literature.

37. Environmental Science (Bachelor of Science)

The bachelor of environmental science program represents the close cooperation between the Environmental Research Institute and the departments of atmospheric and marine science, civil and environmental engineering, earth and space science, ecology and evolutionary biology, environmental health science and geography. This course is designed for students who have a strong interest in environmental science research. This course has two parts, which must be completed before you can get a degree. The first major of environmental science requires a low division of labor based on basic natural science, six courses reflecting the width of environmental science, and two courses of social science/humanities, attending ongoing environmental science seminars and completing environmental science practice. The second part is minor or concentrated in one of the eight fields of environmental science, and each field is related to a specific department. With the assistance of the staff of the Environmental Research Institute, students must formally apply and be accepted by the relevant departments before accepting minors.

38. European Studies (BA)

The major of European Studies aims to make students understand the richness of European culture, society and language, which is very important for understanding Europe and other parts of the world. This course provides an opportunity to study this field from the perspective of history and contemporary humanities and social sciences. It aims to break the traditional differences between eastern and western groups according to the important internal and global changes that have taken place in Europe today. This includes issues related to culture, economy, political and social structure and knowledge life.

39. French (Bachelor of Arts)

In recent decades, French critical thought has been dominant in the western world. The department not only tries to provide students with the background of French and French studies in various fields, but also has the opportunity to compare literature, language and cultural studies with the critical knowledge of our times. The junior undergraduate course aims to provide practical ability of French one year later and in-depth understanding of the language two years later. The senior undergraduate is mainly devoted to improving language ability and learning French and French culture and literature. Courses in linguistics and business French are also offered. Students who have graduated with a bachelor's degree in French literature should be fully proficient in French and have a background in French and French literature and culture. All three programs received a bachelor's degree in literature, followed by a postgraduate degree in French.

40. French and Linguistics (BA)

The study of French in linguistics.

4 1. Gender Studies (BA)

Gender studies is an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary specialty, which provides a unique opportunity to study culture and society from multiple cross-angles, which is impossible for any single discipline. Our teachers use innovative interdisciplinary research methods to explain the complexity of gender relations, which affect students' own lives and build all aspects of the world around them. We offer elective courses in the department of gender studies and cross-list many courses in other departments, which provides opportunities for our major to choose from various interdisciplinary and disciplinary courses. Our students stand out from the plan and have a deeper understanding of human behavior and social relations.

42. Geography (BA)

The study of how nature and human beings change their majors. Studied the material earth and life, observed the different cultures and economies in the world and the environmental problems caused by them. Geography has solved many problems in the contemporary world. Some are local, such as recording the development of ethnic neighborhoods in Los Angeles. Others are regional, such as determining the best location of California nature reserves. Many of them are global, such as studying greenhouse gases and how they affect the climate, culture and resources of developing countries, and the impact of information technology on people in different regions.

43. Geography/Environmental Studies (BA)

Geography/environmental studies majors cultivate and deepen students' understanding of environmental problems, explore solutions to problems from the perspective of human/nature interaction, and involve the analysis of social, physical and biological environmental systems. The specialty is unique in that it emphasizes the geographical perspective of its impact on natural systems and the impact of global change on local and regional human systems.

44. Geology (Bachelor of Science)

Geology involves the structure and evolution of the earth, which is basically the physical environment. It mainly involves the application of basic physics and chemistry in a wide range of disciplines. At UCLA, some aspects emphasized include isotope and trace element analysis, petrology and mineralogy, sedimentology, structural geology and structural physics, seismology and the earth's interior.

45. Geophysics (Bachelor of Science)

The Department of Geophysics and Space Science was designated as the top major. Although the specific nature of top-level teaching experience varies greatly, students must use the skills and knowledge set in previous courses to complete field research projects from concepts to written reports. The project must be in the current state of understanding, and the results must be presented at a seminar or published in the form of a short report.