Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry (BSc direct entry)

The Department of Chemistry offers programs of study that lead to the Master of Science (MSc) and the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees. All programs are research-based.Taking a modern view of the chemical sciences, the four main research themes reflect Western’s open-minded and multidisciplinary approach to research. Research is broadly characterized into the themes of: Chemical Biology and Biomaterials; Synthesis, Catalysis and Molecular Materials; Materials: Design, Function and Characterization; and Theory and Computation.Program Length12 Terms, from MSc entry15 Terms, from BSc direct entry

Outstanding applicants possessing a four-year Bachelor of Science in chemistry or a related discipline from a recognized university college or institute with high academic standing and demonstrated research potential can apply for direct entry to the PhD program Excellent letters of recommendation Especially for applicants from related disciplines provide a clear statement on your academic qualifications and how past training and experiences have positioned you for success in graduate teaching and research for the proposed area of study within chemistry For applicants who have not yet been conferred the MSc degree all program requirements must be completed prior to the start of the PhD studies