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Explore how chemistry impacts key aspects of modern medicine, including diagnosis, prevention, treatment and understanding of diseases. Draw connections between chemistry and human health as you investigate medicinal and biological applications, such as drug development. You’ll get hands-on with laboratory research in a directed research project.
Go to University of Toronto
Medicinal and Biological Chemistry
Duration 4 year(s)
Tuition Fee
CAD 68,700 / years
Next Intake September-2026
Medicinal and Biological Chemistry
About
Requirements
Entry Requirements
Proof of high school diploma
diploma requirements vary by country and school system
diploma requirements vary by country and school system
Required Grade 12 courses
- English
- Biology
- Advanced Functions
- Calculus and Vectors
- Physics
Recommended Grade 12 courses
- Chemistry
Approximate grade requirements
- Minimum 70% English
-
High 70s overall (co-op)
-
Mid 70s overall
English Program Requirements
Duolingo English Test:Tests completed on or after July 1, 2024: Overall score of 120 with a score of 120 in production.
Tests completed before July 1, 2024: Overall score of 120, with no subscore below 100.
International Baccalaureate English:A minimum score of at least 4 (predicted or final) in Higher Level or Standard Level English A: Literature or English A: Language and Literature. English B Higher Level is not acceptable. Learn more about IB English.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS):The minimum requirement is an overall band of 6.5, with no band below 6.0. Results from IELTS (Academic) for UKVI test sittings are accepted. Learn more about IELTS.
Note: We do not accept the IELTS Indicator test or results from the IELTS One Skill Retake. Applicants must achieve the scores listed above on a single date.
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic:The minimum requirement is an overall score of 65 with no part below 60. Results from PTE (Academic) UKVI test sittings are accepted. Learn more about PTE.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL):Tests completed before January 21, 2026:
- The minimum requirement is a total score of 89 with 22 in each of Speaking and Writing
- Applicants must achieve the scores listed above on a single date. TOEFL MyBest (super-scored) results will not be used.
Effective January 21, 2026 there will be a new TOEFL scoring format. Admission requirements for the new scale are under review and will be posted once finalized.
Paper based test: Tests will be reviewed on an individual basis. Learn more about TOEFL
We do not accept TOEFL Essentials, TOEFL ITP or TOEFL ITP Plus for China for admission purposes.
Career
Career outcomes
93%
of Physical Sciences graduates are employed two years after graduation (HEQCO).
Career options
- Pharmaceutical Research Scientist
- Medicinal Chemist
- Bioanalytical Chemist
- Biotechnology Scientist
- Clinical Research Associate
- Patent Examiner
- Medical Writer
- Forensic Scientist
- Nanotechnologist
Further education
- Graduate Studies
- Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Optometry
Competencies and skills
- Apply modern analytical instrumentation to biological problems
- Design and conduct laboratory research including data collection, analysis and interpretation
- Write technical reports and project proposals
Research, analysis and problem solving
Admission requirements
Please note: The Health Sciences Stream is direct entry from high school only. If you have any post-secondary education you are not eligible. We encourage you to apply to the non-Health Sciences Stream program.
Ontario high school
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
at least six (6) grade 12 “U” or “M” courses
at least six (6) grade 12 “U” or “M” courses
Required Grade 12 courses
- English
- Biology
- Advanced Functions
- Calculus and Vectors
- Physics
Recommended Grade 12 courses
- Chemistry
Approximate grade requirements
- Minimum 70% English
-
High 70s overall (co-op)
-
Mid 70s overall
Canadian high school
Proof of high school diploma
diploma requirements vary by province
diploma requirements vary by province
Required Grade 12 courses
- English
- Biology
- Advanced Functions
- Calculus and Vectors
- Physics
Recommended Grade 12 courses
- Chemistry
Approximate grade requirements
- Minimum 70% English
-
High 70s overall (co-op)
-
Mid 70s overall
International high school
Proof of high school diploma
diploma requirements vary by country and school system
diploma requirements vary by country and school system
Required Grade 12 courses
- English
- Biology
- Advanced Functions
- Calculus and Vectors
- Physics
Recommended Grade 12 courses
- Chemistry
Approximate grade requirements
- Minimum 70% English
-
High 70s overall (co-op)
-
Mid 70s overall
Other applicants
Applicants in unique circumstances
Are you a mature student, transfer student, CEGEP student, or wondering about a different circumstance?
Find your application pathwayFluent in English
Proof of English language proficiency may be necessary.
More info about English Language ProficiencyApplication deadlines
Domestic students
Domestic student deadline
| Admission category | Program start | Early application date | Application deadline | Document deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical and Environmental Sciences | Fall 2026 | November 7, 2025 | January 15, 2026 | February 2, 2026 |
| Physical and Environmental Sciences Health Sciences Stream | Fall 2026 | November 7, 2025 | January 15, 2026 | February 2, 2026 |
International Students
International student deadline
| Admission category | Program start | Early application date | Application deadline | Document deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical and Environmental Sciences | Fall 2026 | November 7, 2025 | January 15, 2026 | February 2, 2026 |
| Physical and Environmental Sciences Health Sciences Stream | Fall 2026 | November 7, 2025 | January 15, 2026 | February 2, 2026 |
First year fee estimates
Please note: these estimates may change based on individual student needs and program requirements. They are meant to help you plan for university and are not guaranteed until identity documents are verified, usually at the time of course enrolment. All costs are in Canadian dollars.
Domestic Ontario resident students
Core fees Tuition, school supplies, student fees, health insurance
$10,220 to $11,220
Co-op program fees For students in the co-op stream of a program
$1,010 to $3,032
Optional fees Housing, meal plan
$15,750 to $23,770
Grand total first year fees
$10,220 to $38,000
Domestic students outside Ontario
Core fees Tuition, school supplies, student fees, health insurance
$11,310 to $12,310
Co-op program fees For students in the co-op stream of a program
$1,010 to $3,032
Optional fees Housing, meal plan
$15,750 to $23,770
Grand total first year fees
$11,310 to $39,110
International Students
Core fees Tuition, school supplies, student fees, health insurance
$67,700 to $68,700
Co-op program fees For students in the co-op stream of a program
$1,010 to $3,032
Optional fees Housing, meal plan
$15,750 to $23,770
Grand total first year fees
$67,700 to $95,500
Common terms
Domestic student
To qualify as a domestic student, you must have the following status in Canada:
- Canadian citizen
- permanent resident
- protected person (e.g. refugee)
- Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, Métis)
Ontario resident student
An Ontario resident student is either:
- a dependent student whose parent's primary residence is in Ontario
- an independent student whose primary residence is in Ontario, and Ontario is the last province in which they have lived for 12 months in a row prior to being a post-secondary student
Why study Medicinal and Biological Chemistry at U of T Scarborough
Professional accreditation
This program has received accreditation by the Chemical Institute of Canada.
Career options
Gain a unique and powerful skillset in applying your strong background in chemistry to careers and studies in medicine and human health
Research excellence
Engage in team-based research, analysis and problem solving as you design, conduct and interpret laboratory research.
Student testimonials
The combination of top science programs and practical co-op placements made U of T Scarborough the right choice for me. Working with the Toronto Zoo—applying chemistry to support animal nutrition—reminded me why I’m passionate about biochemistry and the environment.
Arabi Mahanujam, 4th year Biochemistry and Neuroscience (Double Major, Co-op)
Ready to apply?
Applications must be submitted through the Ontario University Application Centre (OUAC). You will need to know the admission category and OUAC code for the program you are applying for.
Admission category
Physical & Environmental Sciences
Physical & Environmental Sciences
OUAC code
TSP
Admission category
Physical & Environmental Sciences (Health Sciences Stream)
Physical & Environmental Sciences (Health Sciences Stream)
OUAC code
TXH
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