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Chemistry

Undergraduate research

Research based courses

Interested students have the opportunity to begin engaging in exciting research projects as they complete their undergraduate studies. 

The courses below stray from traditional course structures and give students the chance to explore research areas of their interest. 

To enroll, students should explore current research projects in the department and find one that interests them. After looking, they are encouraged to email faculty directly and state interest in a CHEM 298, 398, 399, 498, or 499 project. 

Contact dkhore@uvic.ca or visit Chemistry Undergrad Research Opportunities for further details and instructions.

Exchange & Co-op

Exchange

Exchange programs help students leave their comfort zones and encourage independence as they complete research in new labs at different universities. Undergaduate students can participate in research at partner universities through the following programs:

Co-operative education (co-op)

Co-op is an immersive way for students to discover career options while getting valuable paid work experience. Among other things, there are many opportunities for interested chemistry students to apply to work on academic research projects. 

Undergraduate research awards

Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) Undergraduate Student Research Award

Qualified undergraduate chemistry students who are

  • enrolled in a major or honours program 
  • having a minimum cumulative average of 'B' standing 
  • in their 2nd year of studies or higher

are invited to apply for an NSERC Undergraduate Student Research Award (NSERC USRA) for the May-August term in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Victoria. Preference will be given to highly qualified students, including students from other institutions.

UVic undergraduate awards

Awards available to UVic students provided by the university include:

Students interested in applying for one or all of these awards in the Department of Chemistry must send their application by the deadline of February 15. Applications can be emailed to cboisvertcouture@uvic.ca.