Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Program Description

Chemistry is the branch of physical science involving the study of the composition of substances, the ways in which their properties are related to their composition, and the interaction of substances to produce new materials. The general purpose of studies in chemistry is to increase one's understanding of the structure and behaviour of the matter of the environment. A knowledge of chemistry is important to the solution of problems in important areas of the environment, medicine, and the utilization of resources.

The chemistry program at Mount Allison – fully accredited by the Canadian Society of Chemistry (CSC) – is designed to provide students with an education in the main branches of the subject, namely: analytical; organic; inorganic; physical; and computational.

In upper years, students are offered some choice and flexibility with a curriculum that covers advanced courses, including:

• advanced organic chemistry
• physical organic chemistry
• nanoscience and nanotechnology
• physical chemistry: statistical thermodynamics, computational chemistry
• inorganic chemistry: organometallics, physical aspects, bioinorganic, structure and bonding in main group chemistry
• advanced quantum mechanics
• environmental chemistry

The interdisciplinary nature of chemistry means students may also take courses in biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, mathematics, and psychology. The chemistry and biochemistry department emphasizes experiential learning – students will graduate with 600 to 1,200 hours of lab experience, developing important analytical and presentation skills along the way.