Chemistry is a fundamental science dealing with the nature of substances and the changes they undergo. 

Considered the “central science,” you will take courses in organic, inorganic, physical, and analytical chemistry along with maths, physics, and biology. 

The co-operative education program allows you to earn while you learn and gain valuable, practical experience.

Chemistry is committed to offering a curriculum that meets the accreditation guidelines of the Canadian Society for Chemistry. 

The Chemistry B.Sc. at UNBC provides the necessary background and understanding for students to tackle any job within the realm of the working chemist. 

In addition, the courses offered will serve as preparation for students that are contemplating advanced studies, whether they are at the post-graduate level in Chemistry or in other disciplines such as Medicine, Pharmacy, or Veterinary Medicine.

Chemistry is also fundamental to a number of other disciplines including Geology, Forestry, and Biology. As well, a degree in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (BSc Program) is now being offered to complement the Chemistry Program

The program at UNBC focuses on the five primary disciplinary areas:

• Analytical Chemistry - the determination of the amount of a compound present, what form it is in, and the structure of the complex
• Biochemistry - the molecules and chemistry of living organisms, from DNA to proteins to lipids to carbohydrates
• Inorganic Chemistry - the study of the chemistry and reactivity of molecules built from all of the elements
• Organic Chemistry - the study of the synthesis and reactivity of compounds involving carbon atoms as a primary constituent including compounds from polymers, such as Nylon, to pharmaceuticals
• Physical Chemistry - the measurement and calculation of the physical changes that chemical compounds undergo

In addition to the above areas, the Chemistry Program offers courses in Environmental Chemistry and Advanced Research Techniques. 

Chemistry will also be offering courses in a number of joint degree programs with Physics, Mathematics, and Computer Science and within the Biological Technician Program.

• Official Transcripts
• English language proficiency tests
• Passport

Overall average of 65% minimum in the following:

• English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12
• Pre-Calculus 12 (minimum 67%)
• Approved Academic Grade 12 Course
• Approved Academic Grade 12 Course
• Additional Grade 12 Course (Elective or Academic)

Other requirements: Life Sciences 11 or Anatomy & Physiology 12**; Physics 11
**Anatomy & Physiology 12 can be counted as one of the Approved Academic Grade 12 courses.

China:

• 会考 HUIKAO - Senior Secondary School Certificate or 高考GAOKAO - National College Entrance Examination: Minimum overall average grade 70% (B)
• or a pass in English plus three academic subjects and an elective.

India:

• Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)/Standard 12/Indian School Certificate/All India School Certificate Examination. Minimum average grade 50% or higher in English 12, three academic subjects and an elective for general entry.
• Three-year diploma issued by a state board of technical education: Minimum average grade of 50% or higher for general entry.
• GCE Edexcel or Cambridge International Examinations: Minimum of two Advanced (A) level subjects and three Ordinary (O) level subjects must be completed with an overall grade point average of C or higher in order to be considered for admission.

All A-level subjects presented for admission must have a grade of at least C. Students may substitute two Advanced-Subsidiary (AS) level subjects for one A-level. This is for general entry. 

Iran:

• From 2019: High School Diploma (Theoretical Stream): Minimum average grade of 12 in 5 academic courses for general entry.
• Prior to 2019: High School Diploma and pre-University Certificate. A minimum average grade of 12 or higher in pre-university courses for general entry.