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Chemistry

Study in a program accredited by the Canadian Society for Chemistry and benefit from direct access to world-class labs and instrumentation facilities at the undergraduate level.
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Accredited by the Canadian Society for Chemistry, this program offers a comprehensive range of courses, workshops, and labs in biochemical, environmental, inorganic, organic, and computational chemistry. Learn about fundamental discoveries in chemistry and make discoveries of your own, working closely with renowned scientists and researchers, using high-end instrumentation in our research and teaching labs. Chemistry at Trent extends beyond the classroom, with several experiential learning opportunities, work experiences, study abroad options, and scholarships exclusive to students in our program.

Accelerated Masters

Fast-track your education, by earning your M.Sc. in Environmental & Life Sciences in only 12-16 months after graduating from your honours B.Sc.

Degrees Offered:

  • B.Sc.
  • B.Sc. (Honours)

Locations:

  • Peterborough
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Resume Boosters:

  • Conduct experiments and research as an undergraduate using advanced instrumentation in Trent’s top-rated teaching labs, including spectrophotometers, mass spectrometers, and high-performance liquid chromatography equipment
  • Build your network and boost your resume as a member of the Trent Chemistry Undergraduate Society, providing peer tutoring and collaborating with fellow student scholars
  • Lead your own research in chemistry and present your findings at the undergraduate 3-Minute Paper Competition or the Southern Ontario Undergraduate Student Chemistry Conference
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"Chemistry at Trent is all about taking the small minute, atoms, particles, and looking at in a big world, productive way."

Rachael Mings

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Popular Courses:

  • Green Chemistry
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Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Requirements:

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
  • A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites

Program Requirements:

  • SCH4U and MHF4U or MCV4U
  • A minimum 70% overall final average
  • ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
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  • Instrumental Chemical Analysis M.ICA or G.Dip.
  • Materials Science M.Sc.
  • Materials Science Ph.D.
  • Environmental & Life Sciences M.Sc.

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