Program type
Thesis
Chemistry (PhD)
Primary campus
Loyola (LOY)
Duration
4 years
Credits
90 credits
Start term
Fall, Winter, Summer
Program overview
The PhD in Chemistry allows you to build on your work as an independent researcher in an environment that combines chemistry, biochemistry, and physics. You will work alongside world-renowned faculty members whose expertise in areas such as environmental chemistry, bionanoscience and protein science will propel your research to the next level. The Centre for Research in Molecular Modelling (CERMM), The Centre for NanoScience Research (CeNSR) and The Centre for Biological Applications of Mass Spectrometry (CBAMS) are recognized for their research excellence and highly qualified personnel training. Our faculty and researchers have published in numerous journals, including Nature and Journal of the American Chemical Society, and have received honours from the Royal Society of Chemistry and the Canada Research Chairs Program.
Program structure
Degree Requirements
Fully-qualified candidates are required to complete a minimum of 90 credits.
Please see the Chemistry Courses page for course descriptions.
Chemistry PhD (90 credits)
| 6 | credits of courses listed under Chemistry PhD Topic Courses, in the general field of the student’s research project |
| 9 | credits:
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| 72 | credits:
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| 3 | credits:
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Chemistry PhD Topic Courses
Topics in Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry | |
Topics in Bioorganic and Organic Chemistry | |
Topics in Physical Chemistry | |
Topics in Bioinorganic and Inorganic Chemistry | |
Topics in Multidisciplinary Chemistry | |
Topics in Biochemistry | |
Topics in Instrumentation | |
| With permission from their supervisory committee students are allowed to substitute graduate level courses from other departments relevant to their research problems, or professional development (e.g., selected MBA courses) as partial fulfillment towards their degree requirements. |
Admission requirements
Admission Requirements
- MSc degree in Chemistry with high standing from a recognized university.
- Comparable qualifications in biology or biochemistry are also acceptable for applicants wishing to do graduate studies in biochemistry.
- Proficiency in English. Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies in their chosen field. Please refer to the English language proficiency page for further information on requirements and exemptions.
Application process
Application deadlines
FALL
February 1 (Canadian resident)
January 15 (International)
WINTER
September 1 (Canadian resident)
June 1 (International)
SUMMER
January 15 (Canadian resident)
October 1 (International)
Priority will be given to complete applications submitted by the deadline. In some cases, programs may continue to accept applications as long as there is space available.
International students: Considering the waiting period involved in meeting the entry requirements to Canada and Quebec, we strongly encourage international applicants to apply early and submit supporting documents prior to the deadline.
Alumni testimonials
Angelo Filosa
BSc 96, PhD 01
"I think we’ll see exciting new approaches to medicine, biotech and personalized therapeutics thanks to growing collaborative efforts between research, private industry and government."
Gabrielle Mandl
BSc 17, PhD 23
"The support I’ve had at Concordia — from Dr. Capobianco and from the entire community — has been phenomenal. I’ve grown so much here, and I couldn’t have done this without them."
Tuition & funding
Tuition and fees
Tuition and fees of the program may depend on your student status, among other key factors. Estimate these costs based on the most common situations.
Awards and funding
Funding packages are generally available for students in thesis-based programs. They come in the form of awards, teaching and research assistantships are offered at the time of admission to most students to allow them to focus on their research and studies. Research and thesis-based students are automatically considered for all entrance graduate awards when they apply to Concordia, provided they meet eligibility criteria. No separate application is required.
The Quebec and Canadian governments offer a number of competitive graduate scholarships. We encourage you to apply for these awards at the same time you are preparing your application.
