BSc Modules
The Department of Chemistry offers the following BSc modules. Completing any of them fulfills the requirements to apply for medical school. If you have questions or need assistance, visit the
(10.0 courses): An accredited BSc program with options to specialize in synthetic chemistry, materials research, analytical techniques, or theory and computation. Includes an independent research project. Leads to careers in chemical technology, industrial R&D, academia, clinical research, laboratory management, healthcare consulting, pharmaceutical industry, and other occupations where a science background is advantageous.
(10.0 courses): Same as above but admission requires a first-year average of at least 70%.
(11.0 courses): Offered jointly with the Department of Biochemistry. Includes an independent research project in Chemistry or Biochemistry. Leads to careers in biotechnology, industrial R&D, academia, clinical research, healthcare consulting, pharmaceutical industry, and other occupations where a science background is advantageous.
(6.0 courses): Provides a foundation in all areas of Chemistry with an option to concentrate on a particular subfield. NEW: Starting in September 2025, students enrolled in this module will be able to choose 2.0 electives in any area of chemistry, and the number of prescribed courses will be reduced to 4.0.
(4.0 courses): Intended for students of Biology and Health Sciences, Biochemistry, Materials Science, and those looking for a second teachable subject in Teacher's College.
Transfers from Other Modules (e.g., BMSc)
If you have a mark of at least 80% in Chemistry 2213A/B, this course will be credited as Chemistry 2273A. In the remainder of Year 2, take all the 2000-level Chemistry courses for which you have the prerequisites, then catch up in Years 3 and 4.