Bachelor of Science (BSc) / Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Chemistry

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O que eu aprenderei?

WHY STUDY CHEMISTRY AT DALHOUSIE?

Chemical principles govern most aspects of life from the food we eat to the technology we take for granted. Understanding chemistry helps us protect our environment and influence people’s daily lives. As a Dalhousie chemistry student you’ll notice the dedication our award-winning faculty have to teaching and mentoring students.

What will I learn?

Studying chemistry at Dalhousie involves training in the four major branches of chemistry: inorganic organic analytical and physical. Through courses and labs you’ll acquire a range of skills from organizing large bodies of information to quantitative analytical skills. You’ll learn to describe your work clearly both orally and in writing. You’ll learn how to reliably generate data and asses the meaning of your results.

First-year students begin by taking foundation courses in chemistry physics and math. These courses will give you the background for more in-depth studies in topics such as materials science chemistry of living systems and quantum mechanics and chemical bonding.

Sample courses:

  • Physical Organic and Spectroscopy
  • Chemistry of Living Systems
  • Our Organic World

Students who want a challenging program to have the opportunity to complete an honors degree in their fourth year by conducting an independent research project. Co-op Education opportunities are also available to students who wish to put learning into practice and gain career-related experience while completing their degree.

Careers and future study:

Sound training in chemistry leads to employment not only as a chemist but in many other fields. In addition to helping gain chemical knowledge a chemistry degree helps develop your analytical problem-solving and communications skills.

Chemistry graduates work in many types of careers. While some careers may require additional study here are some potential career choices:

  • research laboratory bench chemist
  • medicinal chemist
  • school teacher or university professor
  • environmental chemist
  • art conservator

Future study possibilities are abundant with a degree in chemistry and may include graduate level programs such as a Master of Science (MSc) or a PhD. You’ll also have the foundation to pursue further studies in professional programs such as medicine dentistry pharmacy or education.

De qual departamento farei parte?

Faculty of Science

Opções de estudo

Período integral (4 anos)

Valores
CAD$31.900,00 (R$ 117.217) por ano
Data de início

Esperado Setembro 2024

Localização

Dalhousie University

Studley Campus,

Henry Hicks Academic Admin Building Room 130 6299 South Street PO Box 15000,

HALIFAX,

Nova Scotia (NS),

B3H 4R2, Canada

Requisitos de admissão

Para estudantes internacionais

Students must have

  • Completion of secondary school (Grade 12)
  • A minimum overall average of 70% in five academic Grade 12 courses
  • A final grade of at least 70% in Grade 12 academic English and any other required subject.

English language requirement:

  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - 237 (computer-based) 90 (iBT) and no lower than 20 in each band
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - 6.5 overall and no lower than 6.0 in each band
  • Michigan English Test (MELAB) – 55
  • Pearson Test of English (Academic) - 61 overall and no lower than 50 in each skill

Deadline: April 1 for September intake.

Os requisitos para o IELTS podem variar de acordo com o curso que você escolher.

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