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The BSc Chemistry program stands out as one of our most adaptable and practical offerings within the Faculty of Science. The Honours Chemistry curriculum delivers a comprehensive and challenging foundation in chemistry while enabling students to explore diverse scientific disciplines such as biology, physics, mathematics, earth sciences, and computer science. Those interested can opt for the Materials Stream to develop specialized knowledge in synthetic and bio-materials chemistry. Certain courses are also accessible online as part of the Certificate in Materials Chemistry program.
Career Opportunities
Frequently referred to as the "central science," chemistry bridges the gap between physical sciences, life sciences, and engineering. This makes chemical knowledge essential or advantageous for numerous career trajectories, with just a sampling provided below. Many of these paths necessitate advanced training at the MSc or PhD level.
Admission to professional programs including medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy
Roles in industrial and academic research and development, as well as government and hospital laboratories
Positions in industrial process labs, administrative and management roles, and educational careers (with further qualifications)
Work in environmental analysis and evaluation, as well as patent and environmental law (with additional education)
MIN. AVG.* 70% ONTARIO COURSE REQUIREMENTS ENG4U, MHF4U, SCH4U and SBI4U. MCV4U is strongly recommended. SPH4U is recommended. A minimum 70% average of all science and math courses is also required. Chemistry students may apply to co-op internship in Year 3.
English Language Proficiency Requirement: Minimum score of 6.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS); Minimum score of 60 on the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE); minimum overall score of 176 on the Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) or the Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE); minimum score of 85 on the English Proficiency Test administered by the English Language Institute of the University of Michigan (MELAB); minimum score of 220 with a T.W.E. 4.5 on the Computer-based Test, 83 with an essay score of 20 on the Internet-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); minimum score of 60 on the Carleton University’s Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL).
Recommended application deadlines for UWindsor’s undergraduate programs are: May 1 for September admissions (Fall); Sept 1 for January admissions (Winter); Jan 1 for May admissions (Spring).