Chemistry
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    Chemistry

    University of Manitoba
    University of Manitoba
    Canada
    Canada, Winnipeg
    University Rank:#673
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    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 6,324 / term
    Next IntakeJanuary 9, 2023

    Chemistry

    About

    Program details

    The Department of Chemistry offers programs of study leading to a Master of Science degree in Chemistry.

    Expected duration: 2 years

    The Chemistry (MSc) program consists of a combination of coursework and a thesis component.

    Tuition and fees: One year's tuition, then continuing fees in subsequent years (refer to Graduate tuition and fees)

    In addition to the minimum course requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, found in the Graduate Studies Regulations Section, students must:

    • Complete a ACS placement test
    • Complete 9 credit hours of study including:
      • CHEM 7900 (Seminar)
      • Two CHEM courses at the 7000 level  
    • Complete and successfully defend a thesis

    Colloquium: A weekly colloquium is given by members of staff or external invited lecturers. All graduate students are expected to attend the colloquia.

    Sample course offerings

    • CHEM 7400: Topics in Biochemistry
    • CHEM 7410: Spectroscopy and Molecular Structure
    • CHEM 7550: Design of Organic Synthesis
    • CHEM 7520: Topics in Physical Chemistry
    • CHEM 7560: Organometallic Chemistry
    • CHEM 7580: Chemical Crystallography
    • CHEM 7600: Topics in Inorganic Chemistry
    • CHEM 7700: Topics in Analytical Chemistry
    • CHEM 7800: Topics in Theoretical Chemistry
    • CHEM 7900: Seminar in Current Research Issues in Chemistry

    For a full list of courses and descriptions of each,  please visit the Academic Calendar.

    Students in the Chemistry (MSc) program have the opportunity to participate in the generation of chemical knowledge by conducting research with a faculty mentor/advisor. In addition to state-of-the-art research facilities and high-impact research projects, Chemistry provides a close-knit, multicultural environment in which our graduate students can thrive both scientifically and personally.

    Disciplines

    Faculty of Graduate Studies

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    For entrance into the Master's program:

    • Successful completion of a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution;
    • A minimum grade of 70% in individual courses or B equivalent in the last two years of study, where a typical grade is:
    UM ScaleJordanian Scale
    A+90-100% (Excellent)
    A80-89% (Very good)
    B+75-79% (Good)
    B70-74% (Good)
    C+65-69% (Acceptable)
    C60-64% (Acceptable)
    D50-59% (Poor)
    F0-49% (Failure)

    For entrance into the PhD program:

    • Requirements listed above (see Master’s program) plus successful completion of a Master’s degree from a recognized institution.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 61
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 86

    Fee Information

    Application Fee 100

    How to Apply

    The application is split into different sections and asks you for your personal information, post- secondary education, a list of recommenders and more.

    If you've already gathered required materials, the online application will take about 30 minutes to complete. For your security, you will be logged out after 30 minutes of inactivity. Make sure to save your progress before leaving your application. You can save and return to your application at any time using the login ID and password that you chose.

    Education history

    If you attended a college that is associated with a university, you should list the university in the education history. For example, if you attended Jawahar Engineering College, which is affiliated with Anna University, you should list Anna University in your education history.

    Making changes to your application

    If you haven’t submitted your application yet, you can change your email address by going to your Biographical Data page and selecting the "Change Email" link found under the Email Address section. If you have already submitted your application, go to your Student Portal, select your application, select application overview, scroll to the bottom and select "Change Email Address."

    Once you submit your application, you are no longer able to make changes. If you have made an error on your application, please email [email protected] with your correction(s). Please include your name as it appears on your application and your applicant ID with your request.

    Submit your recommender information

    All letters of recommendation must be submitted directly to the university by the recommenders. You must formally request recommendations within the online application.

    After you enter your recommender’s name and email on the online application, they must complete the recommendation using our online system. We will not accept or upload paper copies of recommendation letters. Please be aware that helping or submitting the recommendation letter on behalf of your recommender is considered fraud and will result in an unsuccessful application.

    The referee process is a confidential process. All letters of recommendations are provided to the University of Manitoba in the strictest of confidence and will not be shared with the applicant. Participating in the drafting of your recommendation letter is discouraged. Helping write or submitting the recommendation letter on behalf of your recommender is considered fraud and will result in an unsuccessful application.

    Chemistry

    University of Manitoba

    University of Manitoba

    Canada

    Canada, Winnipeg

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