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Chemistry & Chemical Biology

The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology is a vibrant place to study and conduct research in chemical sciences. Its collaborative approach links research and teaching with other areas
and disciplines on campus. Faculty members and facilities of international calibre make McMaster one of the best Chemistry & Chemical Biology departments in Canada. The Department offers
an inspiring learning environment by giving students hands-on access to experiential learning in laboratories using modern instrumentation and exceptional opportunities to join research teams.

Areas of Research Science Career & Cooperative Education

Focus of Study for Analytical and Environmental
Co-Op Programs
Analytical and environmental chemists develop ways to identify and quantify specific chemical components relevant in
Undergraduate Programs human health and the environment. The Chemistry, Sustainable Chemistry and Chemical Biology programs offer a
Chemical Biology cooperative education option, beginning at Level III, for students wishing to
Chemistry deals with the properties and reactions of
Chemical Biology is the application of chemical tools to solve biological problems. It branches between integrate paid and relevant work experience with their academic program.
chemical substances, and their interactions with energy
health-applications including disease detection and treatment, sensor technologies, drug design and drug delivery.
and with one another. Chemistry plays a central role Postgraduate Opportunities
Inorganic Chemistry
in science, from making new beneficial substances, to
Inorganic chemistry includes the development of organometallic molecules and reactions, new solid state materials, and Graduates from our Honours programs are well prepared to apply to graduate
detecting, identifying, and remediating toxic materials in the
preparation of reactive molecules. and professional schools in the following areas:
environment. Chemical Biology addresses problems in drug
Materials Chemistry
discovery, the molecular basis of disease and using small 
Master’s and Doctoral Pharmacy Medicine
This area uses chemistry to design new high-performance materials, optimize existing materials and develop new tools.
molecules to regulate biological functions. Studies in Chemistry or
Research focuses on both soft (biological and polymers) and hard materials. Bachelor of Education MBA
Chemical Biology
All programs offered by the Department of Chemistry and Organic Chemistry Law
Chemical Biology provide students with a unique integrated Organic chemists develop compounds that impact human life on a daily basis. Organic chemistry enables everything from
lab experience and inquiry-based approaches to research and therapeutic agents for disease treatment to the molecules that light up your OLED display. Careers
problem-solving in chemistry and chemistry-related areas. Physical & Theoretical Chemistry Chemistry & Chemical Biology students develop a range of skills that are easily
Students enrolling in a Chemistry and Chemical Biology Physical chemistry bridges the gap between the theories and techniques of modern-day physics and our understanding transferred to a wide range of careers. Graduates have pursued careers in the
program have an opportunity to specialize in upper years by of chemical systems. following areas:
selecting courses that cover topics such as the following: Catalysis
Advanced Materials  edicine and
M Sustainable
Catalysis impacts a vast range of processes, from industry to enzymes. Understanding catalysis involves the study of how
Molecular Structure and Reactivity Catalysis Design Medical Research Materials Synthesis
to make things go faster.
Bio-organic Chemistry Polymer Synthesis Nanotechnology Forensic Science Sustainable
Polymers are the most useful materials that exist on the planet today. This discipline studies a wide array of products, Computational Chemistry Pharmaceutical R&D
Transition Metal Chemistry Environmental Chemistry
from simple textiles to the most advanced drug delivery agents. & Production
Drug Design and Development Education P harmacy and
Nanotechnology Pharmaceutical Research Agricultural Chemistry
Optical & Energy Materials Biotechnology
Materials and structures that are only a few atoms in diameter exhibit properties far different than the bulk of materials. & Sustainability
Radiochemistry/Isotopes
Organic Synthesis Cosmetics Chemistry
Nanotechnology involves the study of such tiny particles.
Polymeric Materials Sustainable Chemistry
Computational Chemistry Improving our chemical footprint involves measuring/tracking products of chemical processes and better using and reusing
Sustainable Chemistry waste materials as feedstocks for new product.
 Level II Programs

Honours Chemistry Honours Chemical Biology Honours Sustainable Chemistry

Co-op option begins in Level III Co-op option begins in Level III Co-op option begins in Level III Chemical and Physical Sciences
(Honours B.Sc.) (Honours B.Sc.) (Honours B.A.Sc.) (B.Sc.)
Completion of any Level I program with a Grade Point Average Enrolment in this program is limited and possession of the Completion of any Level I program with a Grade Point Average of at Completion of any Level I program with a Grade Point Average of at least
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

of at least 5.0 including: published minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. least 5.0 including: 3.5 including:
• CHEM 1A03 & 1AA3 with an average of at least 6.0 Selection is based on academic achievement but requires, as a • 6 units from CHEM 1A03, 1AA3, 1E03 with an average of at least • MATH 1A03 or 1LS3
• Math 1A03 or 1LS3 minimum, completion of any Level I program with a Grade Point 6.0 • 9 units of CHEM 1A03, 1AA3, 1E03, PHYSICS 1A03, 1AA3, 1C03,
• PHYSICS 1A03 or 1C03 Average of at least 5.0 including: • 3 units from MATH 1A03, 1LS3, 1M03, 1X03, 1ZA3 1CC3, 1D03, 1E03 with an average of at least 4.0
• 12 units from the Science I Course List • MATH 1A03 or 1LS3 • 6 units from the Science I Course List • 12 units from the Science I Course List
• BIOLOGY 1A03 & 1M03 with a grade of at least C+ in each
• CHEM 1A03 & 1AA3 with an average of at least 6.0
• PHYSICS 1A03 or 1C03
• 6 units from the Science I Course List

1. P HYSICS 1AA3 or 1CC3 must be completed by the end of 1. Students intending to complete CHEM 3PA3 are required to 1. Prior to registration, students should carefully review the
ADMISSION NOTES

Level II and is very strongly recommended in Level I. complete one of PHYSICS 1A03 or 1C03 in Level I. Completion of prerequisites of courses they anticipate taking in subsequent
2. S tudents with credit in MATH 1X03 or 1ZA3 may use PHYSICS 1AA3 or 1CC3 is recommended. Terms as well as the admission requirements of programs they
either as a substitution for MATH 1A03 or 1LS3. may seek transfer to.
3.Students are strongly recommended to complete one of
MATH 1AA3, 1LT3, 1XX3 (or 1ZB3) in Level I and MATH
1B03 (or 1ZC3) in either Level I or II.

Science I Course List:

ASTRON 1F03, BIOLOGY 1A03, 1M03, BIOPHYS 1S03, CHEM 1A03, 1AA3, EARTHSC 1G03, ENVIRSC 1C03, ENVSOCTY 1HA3, 1HB3, LIFESCI 1D03, MATH 1A03, 1AA3, 1B03, 1LS3, 1LT3, 1MM3, 1MP3, PHYSICS 1A03, 1AA3, 1C03, 1CC3, PSYCH 1F03, 1FF3, 1X03, 1XX3, SCIENCE 1A03

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