<p>Hi I'm a freshman! So, what's the difference b/t a regualr class and an honors class @ UCLA? I noticed that the class size is much smaller and there is one more discussion session for honors. Will the class content be much more difficult for honors? Is there any benefit to enrolling in an honors class? Does it look better on your transcript when applying to grad school?</p>
<p>If I take chem 20A, I'm gonna end up with two finals in one day (Math31A and that).... so I'm considering chem 20AH instead. What do you think? Perhaps I can just handle those two finals?</p>
<p>20A and 31A finals on the same day aren't impossible, or even bad. 3 finals and 4 finals on a day has been done, but some people don't like it.</p>
<p>Don't let the finals be a factor. Take 20AH if you are into chemistry and like to learn an extended amount of quantum chemistry. I believe the course goes more in depth (more detailed, more ideas) than 20A.</p>
<p>In addition, don't think it will be like AP Chemistry, or any high school chemistry. In those courses, you probably just memorized formulas, plug into equations, be spoon-fed concepts. But I think at UCLA, you will shift towards understanding the scientific ideas and learning how the equations are derived.</p>
<p>Oh. So having two finals in one day is quite common and doable! Since I've never really been interested in chemistry, I think I'll just go with 20A then. Your word about AP chem and college chem class is very much appreciated too. </p>
<p>Any more thoughts on benefits of taking honors classes though?</p>
<p>I believe honors sections are with the Professor instead of with a TA. So that is an advantage. Someone correct me if I'm wrong.</p>