Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Chemistry

Chemistry is known as the central science because it interacts with all other sciences, and it explains the world around us. A degree in chemistry can lead to a career in environmental science, nanotechnology, materials chemistry, sustainable and green chemistry, biotechnology, or a medical discipline. Through our degree program, you will acquire theoretical principles and the laboratory skills you need for a career in chemistry or a related career in which chemistry is an asset or requirement. As part of your chemistry studies, you may make aspirin in your introductory chemistry lab or test the pond water for compounds important in water quality. Whether learning how to synthesize molecules, solving molecular structures, understanding the physical basis of chemical bonding, or understanding how a metal works when forming a mineral structure or in a catalytic biological enzyme, each class offers key principles and real-world applications. You will be trained by faculty who are experts in their individual fields and eager to share that expertise by mentoring students.

Students must have standing in five subjects of which at least two must be taken at the Advanced level. Students may be eligible for three semester hours of credit for each Advanced level course completed to a maximum of 12 semester hours provided that a minimum grade of C is achieved in that course. Departments will determine if the credit awarded is general or course specific. The following equivalents will be considered: 1. School Certificate: same as GCE with at least two passes at the principal level of the Higher School Certificate. 2. Certificate of matriculation from recognized universities. 3. International Baccalaureate with at least two subjects at the higher level. 4. Other countries: write or email the Admissions Office for information. Complete four consecutive years of full-time high school or post-secondary education in a North American curriculum, where English is the principal language of instruction (outside of approved countries) immediately prior to admission to TWU. Achieve a final grade of 3 or better on the IB English 12 A1 or A2 (HL) or a final grade of 4 or better on the IB English 12 A1 or A2 (SL) or IB English 12 B with a grade of 4 or better.