BSc in Chemistry
Contact:
Warren Elgersma
Chairperson
Program Information
E-mail: inquire@rdc.ab.ca
Phone: 403.342.3400 OR 1.888.732.4630
One Year University Transfer Program
For the most current university program and transfer information, see Planning Guides in Academic Advising.
Related Careers
Chemists conduct research to develop new or improved materials, compounds, and substances. They are employed in a wide variety of industries, including:
- chemical
- petrochemical
- pharmaceutical
- mineral
- metal
- pulp and paper
- manufacturing
- utilities
- health
- education
- government
Completing BSc Chemistry can lead to work in industry or be a step toward a career in teaching, medicine, etc. The specialization program prepares you for a career as a professional chemist in research or industrial labs, or it can prepare you for graduate work in chemistry.
Chemists also work in technical sales and service, and in managing regulatory programs. Employment for chemists is expected to grow in the chemical products, chemical service, and environmental fields.
The Program
RDC offers the first year of studies.
Transfer Features
The courses offered in this program can be transferred to most universities. The courses you select must meet the program requirement of the university chosen.
Admission Requirements
- Related Link: Admission requirements for specific programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 12 course groups. Visit the Admissions page for detailed group descriptions.
1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:
a. Chemistry 30
b. ELA 30-1
c. Mathematics 30-1
d. Physics 30
e. Subject from Group A, B, or C (Mathematics 31 recommended)
OR
2. Mature Student
You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for at least one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:
a. Chemistry 30
b. ELA 30-1
c. Mathematics 30-1
d. Physics 30
(Mathematics 31 recommended.)
Program Content (Please note these credits are U of A, U of C and U of L credits.)
University of Alberta
Suggested Pattern Year 1 (Honours or Specialization)
University of Calgary
Suggested Pattern Year 1
University of Lethbridge
Suggested Pattern Year 1
Program Cost Estimates