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The Department of Chemistry at 51吃瓜网offers a course of study for both M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees. The study program involves a balance of course work and research. The course work is designed to provide depth in the area of specialization, as well as breadth in related areas. The successful careers of 51吃瓜网graduates over many years testify to the effectiveness of this process.

Chemistry (Thesis) (M.Sc.) (45 credits)

Offered by: Chemistry聽(Faculty of Science)
Degree: Master of Science
Program credit weight: 45

Note: For information about Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 course offerings, please check back on May 8, 2025. Until then, the "Terms offered" field will appear blank for most courses while the class schedule is being finalized.

Thesis Courses (24-31 credits)

At least 24 credits chosen from the following:

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Course Title Credits
CHEM 691M.Sc. Thesis Research 1.3

M.Sc. Thesis Research 1.

Terms offered: this course is not currently offered.

Independent research work leading to writing of M.Sc. thesis for final submission to Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.

CHEM 692M.Sc. Thesis Research 2.6

M.Sc. Thesis Research 2.

Terms offered: this course is not currently offered.

Independent research work leading to writing of M.Sc. thesis for final submission to Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.

CHEM 693M.Sc. Thesis Research 3.9

M.Sc. Thesis Research 3.

Terms offered: this course is not currently offered.

Independent research work leading to writing of M.Sc. thesis for final submission to Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.

CHEM 694M.Sc. Thesis Research 4.12

M.Sc. Thesis Research 4.

Terms offered: this course is not currently offered.

Independent research work leading to writing of M.Sc. thesis for final submission to Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.

CHEM 695M.Sc. Thesis Research 5.15

M.Sc. Thesis Research 5.

Terms offered: this course is not currently offered.

Independent research work leading to writing of M.Sc. thesis for final submission to Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.

Required Courses (5 credits)

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Course Title Credits
CHEM 650Seminars in Chemistry 1.1

Seminars in Chemistry 1.

Terms offered: this course is not currently offered.

A seminar course designed for graduate students in chemistry which in conjunction with 51吃瓜网Chemical Society will provide exposure to a broad range of special topics within the discipline.

CHEM 651Seminars in Chemistry 2.1

Seminars in Chemistry 2.

Terms offered: this course is not currently offered.

A seminar course designed for graduate students in chemistry which in conjunction with 51吃瓜网Chemical Society will provide exposure to a broad range of special topics within the discipline.

CHEM 688Progress Assessment 1.3

Progress Assessment 1.

Terms offered: this course is not currently offered.

An evaluation that is completed before the end of the second year of registration.

Complementary Courses (9-16 credits)

Students will normally take 9-16 credits of CHEM (or approved) courses at the 500 or 600 level.

The M.Sc. program includes course work (typically 3 courses) and a significant research component, culminating in the submission of a thesis. This program typically takes 2 years to complete.

Chemistry (Ph.D.)

Offered by: Chemistry聽(Faculty of Science)
Degree: Doctor of Philosophy

Note: For information about Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 course offerings, please check back on May 8, 2025. Until then, the "Terms offered" field will appear blank for most courses while the class schedule is being finalized.

Thesis

A thesis for the doctoral degree must constitute original scholarship and must be a distinct contribution to knowledge. It must show familiarity with previous work in the field and must demonstrate ability to plan and carry out research, organize results, and defend the approach and conclusions in a scholarly manner. The research presented must meet current standards of the discipline; as well, the thesis must clearly demonstrate how the research advances knowledge in the field. Finally, the thesis must be written in compliance with norms for academic and scholarly expression and for publication in the public domain.

Required Courses

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Course Title Credits
CHEM 650Seminars in Chemistry 1.1

Seminars in Chemistry 1.

Terms offered: this course is not currently offered.

A seminar course designed for graduate students in chemistry which in conjunction with 51吃瓜网Chemical Society will provide exposure to a broad range of special topics within the discipline.

CHEM 651Seminars in Chemistry 2.1

Seminars in Chemistry 2.

Terms offered: this course is not currently offered.

A seminar course designed for graduate students in chemistry which in conjunction with 51吃瓜网Chemical Society will provide exposure to a broad range of special topics within the discipline.

CHEM 688Progress Assessment 1.3

Progress Assessment 1.

Terms offered: this course is not currently offered.

An evaluation that is completed before the end of the second year of registration.

CHEM 701Comprehensive Examination.0

Comprehensive Examination.

Terms offered: this course is not currently offered.

An evaluation that is completed before the end of the third year of registration.

CHEM 702Progress Assessment 2 .0

Progress Assessment 2 .

Terms offered: this course is not currently offered.

An evaluation that is completed before the end of the fourth year of registration.

Complementary Courses

Students entering the program with an M.Sc. degree will normally take three (3) graduate-level courses. Students entering without an M.Sc. degree will normally take five (5) graduate-level courses.

Students may be required to take advanced undergraduate courses if background deficient.

The Ph.D. program trains qualified individuals for careers in research, development, and teaching. The Ph.D. degree is considered a research degree and it is awarded primarily for creative work and originality. Stress is laid on the development of independent research. Upon completion of the program, the successful student will not only have contributed to the field of knowledge, but will also have developed skills as an independent, professional scientist. A series of graduate courses is required and will be selected to聽 meet the specific needs of the student (i.e., courses related to current research). Most students require four to five years study to complete the Ph.D. degree. Applicants with a Bachelor's degree may apply directly to the Ph.D. program; an M.Sc. degree is not an admissions requirement

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