The Master of Science in Chemistry at the University of Northern British Columbia offers you a pathway to advanced scientific inquiry and impactful career opportunities within the chemical sciences. Whether your aspirations lie in cutting-edge scientific research or further academic pursuits, this postgraduate degree provides a robust foundation. You will engage with core principles of chemistry, developing critical analytical and problem-solving skills essential for addressing complex scientific challenges. This program is ideal for motivated students seeking to deepen their expertise and contribute meaningfully to the field.
This full-time, on-campus Master of Science degree is typically completed over two years. You will have the flexibility to choose between a thesis option, involving an independent research investigation and original scientific contribution, or a project option, focusing on applied skills and scientific contributions that may not require original research. Both pathways include a Graduate Seminar course for two semesters and a selection of graduate-level electives. You will develop your research proposal, write a thesis or project report, and present your findings through an oral defence, graduating prepared for research roles or further doctoral studies.