Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Masters
Major
Chemistry
Area of study
Natural Science
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
St. Francis Xavier University's Master of Science in Chemistry is a limited enrollment, thesis-based program that admits 1-4 students annually. It offers personalized programs, a collegial environment, and opportunities for students to mentor undergraduates and work with research assistants. Graduates pursue careers in research, education, and various organizations, including medicine, environmental chemistry, and forensics.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Limited enrollment, thesis-based program.
- Admits 1-4 students annually.
- Focus on personalized programs and a collegial environment.
- MSc students mentor undergraduate students and work with undergraduate research assistants.
- Strong track record of publishing research and giving conference presentations.
Careers:
- Potential career paths mentioned include:
- Anesthesiologist
- Dentist
- Education/Teacher
- Environmental Chemist
- Forensic Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Medicine/Physician
- Pharmacist
- Pharmacologist
- Toxicologist
Other:
- Admission requirements include:
- Honours degree or equivalent concentration in chemistry (20 undergraduate courses)
- Minimum 70% average
- IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6
- Admission is competitive and based on potential supervisor's willingness to accept the applicant
- Most students receive funding packages covering tuition and some living expenses
- Funding opportunities:
- StFX Graduate Scholarships
- StFX Teaching Assistantship
- Nova Scotia Graduate Scholarships
- Canada Graduate Scholarships (Masters)
- MITACS Awards
- Step-by-step application process outlined
- Department of Chemistry website: https://www.stfx.ca/departments/chemistry
- StFX Graduate Studies website: https://www.stfx.ca/programs/graduate-studies
- Future Opportunities: https://www.stfx.ca/science/future-opportunities
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