University of Waterloo

Chemistry

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Program Information

School:University of Waterloo
Faculty:Faculty of Science
Degree:Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
Field of Study:Chemistry, General
Description:Fire up the Bunsen burners. In Chemistry, you'll study everything from fundamental properties of atoms, molecules, and reactions to biochemistry, inorganic chemistry, and more. Specialize in computational chemistry to solve chemical problems using computer modeling and simulations. Through Waterloo's co-op program, you'll earn money, have access to North America's largest selection of co-op jobs, and graduate with up to 2 years of valuable work experience.
URL:Chemistry at University of Waterloo
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $9,500
International: $50,000
Scholarships:1
Careers:Chemists

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*80 to 83
Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
  •  Grade12 Advanced Functions 
  •  Grade12 Calculus and Vectors 
  • 2 of  Grade12 Biology  or  Grade12 Chemistry  or  Grade12 Earth and Space Science  or  Grade12 Mathematics of Data Management 
  • A minimum final grade of 70% is required in the English and math classes.
  • Ontario students need six Grade 12 U and/or M courses.
Additional Admission Requirements:
    Not an Ontario high school student?

    We'll accept equivalent courses from other provinces and systems of study. Visit Waterloo's website to view the specific requirements for your province or country.

    If your first language is not English, please refer to our English language requirements and eligible tests.

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on August 26, 2024

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