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Chemistry

Bachelor of Science (BSc)

Why choose Chemistry at UVic?

Chemistry explains the world around you — from plastics to pills to pizza. At UVic, you won’t just learn the theory. You’ll build a strong foundation in chemistry while gaining hands-on lab experience from early in your degree.

Here’s what sets UVic apart:

  • Hands-on learning in modern lab spaces, starting in first year
  • Undergraduate research opportunities as early as second year
  • Co-op options that connect your studies to paid, real-world work experience
  • Supportive class environment where you learn in a close-knit science community
  • Coastal campus location in Victoria, BC, with access to leading environmental and research initiatives

You’ll study everything from core chemistry fundamentals to emerging scientific discoveries — and graduate with practical skills that prepare you for careers in research, health, industry and sustainability.

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Customize your Chemistry degree

Not sure if a Chemistry degree is the right fit? You can tailor your studies by combining chemistry with another area of science to match your interests and career goals:

Each option builds on core chemistry foundations while giving you a specialized edge.

Hands-on learning

Co-operative Education (Co-op)

  • Through UVic’s Co-op program, you’ll apply what you learn in paid, career-related positions that count toward your degree—and give you a head start after graduation.
  • Co-op is available to everyone, including international students with co-op work permits.
  • On average, 70 percent of UVic Co-op students graduate with a job offer already in hand.
  • Unlike at some universities, at UVic, you don’t have to compete for a spot in Co-op.

Student life and community

Chemistry Student’s Society 

  • Meet classmates and make friends in this student-run club
  • Take part in academic and social events within the Department
  • Build leadership and teamwork skills

Scientist in the Schools program

  • Deliver hands-on, interactive science presentations
  • Inspire K–12 students to explore science
  • Strengthen your communication and confidence

You’ll be part of a welcoming Faculty of Science community on a safe, inclusive campus in Victoria, BC.

Career possibilities

  • Agricultural scientist
  • Chemical biology researcher
  • Clinical chemist
  • Environmental scientist
  • Medical/health professional
  • Petroleum scientist
  • Pharmaceutical researcher
  • Pharmacist

Inspiring courses

  • Fundamentals of Chemistry from Atoms to Materials 
  • Research Experience
  • Quantum Chemistry
  • Biological and Medicinal Chemistry

Admission

Apply directly to this program as a high school student or a transfer student from another post-secondary institution.

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Tuition & fees

Tuition rates effective May 1, 2025 (please note some ancillary fees are subject to change for Fall 2025).

This is an estimate only and should be used to give students, parents, and/or sponsors an approximation of the tuition and ancillary fees. This estimate does not include housing, food, cost of books and supplies or other expenses that students can expect in a term.

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