Chemistry

Chemistry is the science that examines the structure of substances and their reactions to produce novel and useful products.

BSc Honours in Chemistry — 60 credits*

This program includes a Research Project and Thesis designed to provide training and practice in research under the direction of a faculty member of the Department. A high level of performance is required to enter and remain in the Honours program.

BSc Specialization in Chemistry — 60 credits*

Similar to Honours, but the Research Project and Thesis is replaced by an Independent Study and Practicum course.

BSc Major in Chemistry — 45 credits

Includes courses in Analytical, Organic, Physical, and Inorganic Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Spectroscopy.

Minor in Chemistry — 24 credits

Provides a coherent view of chemistry while complementing another area of study. The course pattern chosen must have been previously approved by a department program advisor.

* The Ordre des chimistes du Québec has fully accredited the curricula of these programs. Upon satisfactory completion of this program, a graduate is eligible for membership in the Order. A working knowledge of French is also required for membership in the Ordre des chimistes du Québec.

See the BSc degree description for information on the core and elective requirements. For a complete list of courses: Undergraduate Calendar

Sample courses include:

Modern Spectroscopy, Nanochemistry, Aquatic Biogeochemistry, Biophysical Chemistry, Industrial Catalysis, Environmental Biochemistry, Computational Chemistry for Chemists and Biochemists

Chemistry and Biochemistry Co-op Program

Students in the Honours or Specialization programs may gain experience in pharmaceutical, industrial, medical or research environments by following the Co-operative Education format.

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Would you like a front row seat to the scientific and technological achievements that are shaping our future? As a student in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry you can acquire skills to launch an exciting career in an academic, government, hospital or industrial laboratory. Our department provides a solid foundation in organic, inorganic, physical and analytical chemistry and biochemistry, and offers training opportunities in cutting‑edge fields such as environmental, computational and protein chemistry, nanotechnology and biological mass spectrometry.

Our Department is located in the state-of-the-art Richard J. Renaud Science Complex on the grounds of the beautiful Loyola Campus. We have spacious undergraduate teaching facilities and some of the finest research laboratories in the world.

Admission Requirements

Chemisty (BSc - Honours/Specialization/Major/Minor) requirements: Minimum cut-off averages, admission statistics and program requirements.

Undergraduate admissions guidelines: For information on international admission, required documents, proof of language proficiency, the university admissions timetable, selection and notification process.