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Information on the Chemistry and Biochemistry Project Courses

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Honours Thesis Research Project Information

CHEM 4010Y - Project Course in Chemistry

Study, usually involving experimental research, under the supervision of a faculty member; includes two seminars and a written thesis. At least eight hours per week. Pre- or co-requisites: Two Chemistry lecture half-courses at the 4000 level; an average of 75% in all previous Chemistry courses; and permission of instructor. Contact coordinator as soon as possible and no later than the end of the preceding Winter term. 

CHEM 4020D - Double Project Course in Chemistry

Approximately 16 hours per week; otherwise, as CHEM 4010Y. Pre- or co-requisites: Two Chemistry lecture half-courses at the 4000 level; an average of 75% in all previous Chemistry courses; and permission of instructor. 


CHEM 4030Y - Project Course in Biochemistry

Study, usually involving experimental research, under the supervision of a faculty member; includes two seminars and a written thesis. At least eight hours per week. Pre- or co-requisites: Two CHEM or BIOL lecture half-courses at the 4000 level; an average of 75% in all previous Chemistry courses; and permission of the instructor. Contact coordinator as soon as possible and no later than the end of the previous Winter term. Only available to students who are pursuing the Biochemistry & Molecular Biology degree and may not be combined with more than 1.0 credit in a project course in any other discipline.

CHEM 4040D - Double Credit Project Course in Biochemistry

At least 16 hours per week; otherwise as CHEM 4030Y. May not be combined with any other project courses for credit toward the Biochemistry & Molecular Biology degree. Prerequisite: An average of 75% in all previous Chemistry courses and permission of instructor. 

 

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