Programs

Chemistry

  • Degree Offered: MSc & PhD
  • Application Deadline: Open, April 1 for scholarship consideration. 
  • Study Options: Thesis
  • Length: 2(MSc) / 4(PhD) Years
  • Entry Terms: Fall, Winter, Summer

Our degrees are centered on the development and performance of an original research project, culminating in a thesis. UNB Chemistry has a long history and an outstanding reputation, both nationally and internationally, for accomplishments in research. Our faculty lead innovative research programmes in all key areas of modern chemistry.

We generally have about 20-30 graduate students in the program. Recent graduates have gone on to work in industries including pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, materials science and chemical analysis, as well as education and academia. The broad range of research expertise provided by our faculty, coupled with excellent technical support and a collaborative environment, make our department an excellent environment for young researchers to develop their expertise and to make significant scientific contributions. 

Current Faculty and Research Areas

Feel free to view the faculty directory for more information regarding faculty members.

Application Requirements

  1. Potential applicants must contact faculty members with expertise in their area of interest to secure a position before applying on-line. The application fee is non-refundable. There are no fee waivers.
  2. MSc applicants should hold an honours bachelor’s degree in chemistry or bio-chemistry with first or upper second division standing, minimum GPA 3.0/4.3 (70% or B).
  3. PhD applicants should hold a Masters degree in chemistry or a related discipline from a recognized university. Outstanding MSc applicants may be offered admission directly to the PhD program or have the opportunity to transfer from the MSc to the PhD program without first completing the MSc.
  4. Applicants are required to submit a complete application to the School of Graduate Studies, including three references, and a one-page statement describing their research interests and experience.
  5. International Applicants whose first language is not English must meet the English proficiency requirements of the School of Graduate Studies. This is normally done by submitting language test scores. Minimum paper-based TOEFL score of 550, with a TWE score of 4.0; internet based TOEFL minimum 94; IELTS band 7.0. 

Funding

Chemistry graduate students normally receive financial support of at least $20,000 or $21,000 / year (MSc or PhD, respectively) from a combination of teaching and research assistantships; a number of internal and external scholarships and fellowships are available to supplement this. More funding information can be found here.

Contact us

For more information on faculty members and research areas, admission requirements, or funding, visit Graduate Programs, Department of Chemistry or email Dr. Adam Dyker at chemdogs@unb.ca, Director of Graduate Studies or Heidi Stewart, Graduate Program Assistant.

Office: F.J. Toole Hall, Rm. 15

Phone: 1-506-453-4781

Related: Chemistry Department