PhD in Chemistry

About this programme

Take the next step toward becoming a leader in a field that occupies a uniquely central place in science. Develop new approaches to everything from sustainable energy to treatment of disease in our innovative doctoral program. Our award-winning department includes 40 faculty members and 100-plus graduate students focused on advancing knowledge and finding solutions to problems in areas such as cleaner energy, health, and chemistry for the quantum-nano world. As you design and conduct your own original research, you will benefit from the support of state-of-the-art laboratories and tools, while your imagination will be fed by the department’s extensive research presentations and talks featuring world-class experts in the field of chemistry. Director of Research, Educator, Government Regulatory Scientist, Industrial Process Chemist, Medical Researcher, Research Scientist, Scientific Advocate (Business, Law, Government Policy), Team/Project Leader. Students are required to prepare a thesis and successfully defend in an open oral defense. A supervisor is required at time of application; potential supervisors must be listed when applying to the program See the Graduate Calendar for information on fees and fee regulations, and for information on awards and financial assistance . Learn about faculty available to supervise this degree. Please note: additional supervisors may be available. Contact the program for more information. MSc required. A four-year honours bachelor degree with a minimum 3.70 GPA will also be considered.