Reading and Writing You will need to develop the ability to read and understand technical and scholarly publications. You should be able to analyze what you read and question yourself about an author's intentions, viewpoint, arguments, and conclusions. It is essential that you learn to write clearly and skillfully. Also, all University of California students must satisfy the Subject A requirement, which establishes competency in writing. The University of California requires two years of laboratory science in high school.
Many majors also require additional science courses.
Mathematics and Science Mathematics and laboratory science courses are essential for admission to the University. Regardless of your intended major or career, you will be taking math and science classes in college as part of the general education requirements. Going beyond the minimum requirements in these subjects can provide an edge in gaining admission to the program of your choice. Mathematics To be eligible for admission to the University of California, you must take a minimum of three years of high school math. However, the minimum is often less than you'll need to succeed in college.