Chemistry sometimes is called the "central science" because it connects sciences to each other, such as biology, physics, geology and environmental science. 

At York, our chemistry program spans the traditional to the new: analytical, physical and organic chemistry to nanomaterials and biological chemistry. 

We offer a stream in Pharmaceutical & Biological Chemistry that combines knowledge of the biological, medical and physical sciences in the study of molecular-level biological process such as protein folding and drug functionality.

Offered as an optional study plan within the honours program, Materials Chemistry is centred on the rational synthesis of novel functional materials using a large array of existing and new synthetic methods. Similarly, the Analytical Chemistry option focuses on the fundamental tools and methods of chemical analysis and separation including instrumentation, miniaturization and computerization in a range of settings.

There are several areas of study from which to choose including:

Pharmaceutical & Biological Chemistry

This fast-growing field looks at how biological and chemical systems interact. 

Materials Chemistry

This program is designed for students with an interest in polymers, electronic materials, optical materials, magnetic materials, surface chemistry, biosensors, biomaterials, crystallography and other aspects of chemistry related to the preparation, characterization and use of specialized solid state materials. 

Analytical Chemistry

In the Analytical Chemistry stream, you will receive training in the fundamentals of chemical analysis and separation.

• Academic/Official Transcripts
• Course Descriptions
• Proof of English Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
• Passport or Visa Documents

India:

• Completion of one of the following:
  • All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSCE)
  • Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
  • Indian School Certificate (ISC)
  • Intermediate Examination Certificate
  • Pre-University Examination Certificate
• Grade XII math
• Grade XII chemistry
• One additional Grade XII science
• The following course(s) are also recommended:
  • Grade XII physics

China:

• Senior Secondary School Graduation Certificate
• Grade 12 math
• Grade 12 chemistry
• One additional Grade 12 science
• The following course(s) are also recommended:
  • Grade 12 physics

The requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years

Iran:

• Graduation Before 2019 (old system): Peesh-daneshgahii/Pre-university Year Certificate
• Graduation After 2019 (new system): Diplom-Metevaseth National High School Diploma

GPA:

India: Grade XII graduation with minimum overall average of 60% is required to be considered for most programs - minimum 5 academic courses

China: Successful completion of the final year of Senior 3/Grade 12 level of study with a minimum overall average of 75% on all academic courses.