“The small size of the Chemistry department allowed me to gain access to the professors, get valuable hands-on experience in the labs as both a student and a lab teaching assistant, and participate in the organization of an undergraduate chemistry conference.”
– Angele Maki (BSc Chemistry), who completed her PhD in Chemistry at Stanford University.
Chemistry
Chemistry is the study of the composition and properties of matter, the transformations they undergo, and the associated energies. Chemistry is the essential science to the building blocks of life and spans all aspects of our lives, from health and nutrition to scientific discoveries and management of an environmentally sustainable world.
Chemists are at the forefront of unravelling the mysteries of the most complex chemical systems. If you are interested in understanding the structure of matter and how it behaves on a molecular level, you may be drawn to the field of chemistry. Chemical science plays a role in dealing with many challenges today, from pollution and the scarcity of fresh water, to food production and the development of vaccines and drugs.
The Chemistry Department at The University of Winnipeg is a nationally recognized program. Students graduating from our 4-year, Honours, and Joint (Applied) programs receive a formal accreditation certificate from the Canadian Society for Chemistry (CSC).
Our Chemistry Department is renowned for its high quality instruction and small class sizes. It also offers opportunities for undergraduate students to participate in cutting-edge faculty-led research programs. Other research opportunities are available through summer jobs and a “Research Projects in Chemistry” course.
This program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree (3-year, 4-year, or Honours). Students may also add a Business Stream, which provides them with the skills needed to succeed in industry and business. Visit: https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/academics/calendar/docs/sci-bus.pdf.
Also, please see related program BioChemistry.
Required High School Courses
In addition to meeting The University of Winnipeg’s general admission requirements, you must have Chemistry 40S and either Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S or Applied Mathematics 40S.
Ready to Apply?
Get StartedQuestions about the application process? Contact a student recruitment officer at welcome@uwinnipeg.ca or 204.786.9844.
“The small size of the Chemistry department allowed me to gain access to the professors, get valuable hands-on experience in the labs as both a student and a lab teaching assistant, and participate in the organization of an undergraduate chemistry conference.”
– Angele Maki (BSc Chemistry), who completed her PhD in Chemistry at Stanford University.
Program Contacts
Dr. Joshua Hollett, Department Chair
phone: 204.786.9300
email: j.hollett@uwinnipeg.ca
Department of Chemistry
phone: 204.786.9859
email: chemistry@uwinnipeg.ca
In any case where the University’s Academic Calendar and this fact sheet differ, the current Calendar takes precedence.
How to Apply
For details on application requirements and deadlines, and to apply online, please visit: uwinnipeg.ca/apply
For more information contact a student recruitment officer at welcome@uwinnipeg.ca or 204.786.9844.
Program Contacts
Dr. Joshua Hollett, Department Chair
phone: 204.786.9300
email: j.hollett@uwinnipeg.ca
Department of Chemistry
phone: 204.786.9859
email: chemistry@uwinnipeg.ca
website: uwinnipeg.ca/chemistry
In any case where the Academic Calendar and this factsheet differ the current Calendar takes precedence.
Last Updated: 08/01/2024
“The small size of the Chemistry department allowed me to gain access to the professors, get valuable hands-on experience in the labs as both a student and a lab teaching assistant, and participate in the organization of an undergraduate chemistry conference.”
– Angele Maki (BSc Chemistry), who completed her PhD in Chemistry at Stanford University.
Last Updated: 08/01/2024