Chemistry
Modern challenges in chemistry need new approaches and techniques. As a graduate student in chemistry, you’ll study and work in a renowned centre of innovative research. We offer MSc and PhD graduate degrees and emphasize special areas of research over the traditional sub-disciplines of chemistry.
You’ll have access to resources and facilities that will help you hone your research skills. Your research will be overseen by our faculty, which include Canada Research Chairs. We'll provide you with international networking opportunities to help you establish your career.
Degree programs offered
| Program | Expected length | Project or thesis | Course-based |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | 2 years | Yes | No |
| PhD | 4 years | Yes | No |
Quick facts
- Program options:
- Masters, Doctorate
- Program delivery:
- On-campus
- Dynamic learning:
- Co-op optional
Areas of focus
- Bioactivity
- Catalysis
- Kinetics/dynamics
- Materials
- Magnetism
- Mechanisms
- Medicinal
- Nanotechnology
- Polymers
- Sensors
- Surfaces
Faculties and departments
Need help?
Contact Erin Hodgson at chemgsec@uvic.ca or 250-721-7156.