Chemistry
Program focuses on a wide range of study and research in all of the traditional areas of analytical, biological, inorganic, organic, physical and theoretical chemistry with specialization available in atmospheric chemistry, mass spectrometry, biomolecular interactions and materials science.
Your studies will be enhanced by our world-class facilities including three research centres: the Centre for Atmospheric Chemistry, the Centre for Research in Mass Spectrometry and the Centre for Research in Biomolecular Interactions.
Note: Applicants who meet the Fall Entry early deadline will receive full consideration for scholarships and awards and teaching assistant positions. Applications may also be accepted past the final deadline.
Stream and Specializations
- Analytical chemistry
- Atmospheric chemistry
- Biological chemistry
- Inorganic chemistry
- Mass spectrometry
- Organic synthesis
- Physical & theoretical chemistry
Degrees Offered
MSc
Program Component(s)
- Thesis (full time)
- OR Course work only (part time)
Minimum Required GPA
B
Fall Entry
- Full-time
- Part-time
Deadline - Fall (All Applicants)
2026-02-15English Proficiency Requirement
| Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based) | 550 |
| Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) | 79-80 |
| IELTS (Academic Module) | 6.5 |
| YUELI | Academic Program Level 9 with Pass |
| YUELI Graduate Studies Preparation Program (GSPP) | Graduate with Pass |
| CAEL | Overall score of 60, no component score less than 60 |
| Minimum CPE Score | C1 |
| Minimum CAE Score | C |
| Duolingo | 120 |
| PTE Academic | 60 |
PhD
Program Component(s)
- Dissertation
- AND Dissertation oral examination
Minimum Required GPA
B
Fall Entry
- Full-time
- Part-time
Deadline - Fall (All Applicants)
2026-02-15English Proficiency Requirement
| Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based) | 550 |
| Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) | 79-80 |
| IELTS (Academic Module) | 6.5 |
| YUELI | Academic Program Level 9 with Pass |
| YUELI Graduate Studies Preparation Program (GSPP) | Graduate with Pass |
| CAEL | Overall score of 60, no component score less than 60 |
| Minimum CPE Score | C1 |
| Minimum CAE Score | C |
| Duolingo | 120 |
| PTE Academic | 60 |
Additional Admission Requirements
Number of Recommendation(s)
- 2 recommendation(s)
Other Requirements
- Chemistry GRE is strongly recommended for international students
- Later applications accepted as space and funding permit
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