Chemistry
Chemistry is often referred to as the "central science" as it focuses on the behaviour of matter and the basic substance of which all matter is composed. From harnessing Earth's mineral resources, to developing cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, the value and application of chemistry is unparalleled.
As a Chemistry student, you will have the opportunity to explore various areas within the discipline, such as:
- Analytical Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Medical Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
- Polymer Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry
- Theoretical Chemistry
Our Department of Chemistry is well-equipped for both teaching and research, with small class sizes to ensure you have the support necessary to succeed. In addition to faculty expertise, you will have access to a number of modern research instruments housed in our advanced facilities including the Lakehead University Instrumentation Lab.
Due to the interdisciplinary nature of Chemistry, we encourage you to pursue your interests in the field and the other core sciences. In addition to your Chemistry degree, you may combine your studies with a degree in Biology and/or Education, or a Specialization in Medical Sciences.
The Lakehead Advantage
Our small class sizes will allow you to interact with professors in both lecture and research settings. Many of our faculty members hire undergraduate students as research assistants each summer. This is a great opportunity to participate in cutting-edge scientific exploration and gain experience in the field, giving you a professional advantage post-graduation. For faculty research areas, please visit our Faculty Listing.
Shared instrumentation facilities have created excellent opportunities for cross-disciplinary research. Our department often collaborates with faculty from the other science departments, resulting in the advancement of knowledge from a variety of perspectives. Unlike other universities, you will be trained in the operation of lab equipment to gather and analyze your own data rather than passing it on to a technician.
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Biology & ChemistryDegree:Science and Education (IS)Alberta/NWT/Nunavut:English Language Arts 30-1, Math 30-1, Chemistry 30, 1 Course from: Math 30-2, Math 31, Biology 30, or Physics 30; and 1 Additional Academic 30 Level CourseProgram Specific Requirements for Ontario High School Students:Grade 12 U English, Grade 12 U Advanced Functions, Grade 12 U Chemistry, 1 Credit from: Grade 12 U Biology, Grade 12 U Physics, Grade 12 U Calculus & Vectors, or Grade 12 U Math of Data Management; and 2 Additional Grade 12 U or M CreditsProgram Specific Requirements for Alberta/NWT/Nunavut High School Students:English Language Arts 30-1, Math 30-1, Chemistry 30, 1 Course from: Math 30-2, Math 31, Biology 30, or Physics 30; and 1 Additional Academic 30 Level CourseProgram Specific Requirements for British Columbia/Yukon High School Students:English 12 or English 12 First Peoples, Pre-Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, and 1 Course from: Calculus 12, Foundations of Mathematics 12, Biology 12, or Physics 12Program Specific Requirements for International Students:English, Chemistry, Math, and 1 Subject from: Biology or PhysicsProgram Specific Requirements for Manitoba High School Students:English 40S, Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S, Chemistry 40S, 1 Course from: Biology 40S, Applied Mathematics 40S, Calculus 40, or Physics 40S; and 1 Additional Academic 40S Level CourseProgram Specific Requirements for Mature/Transfer Students:English (Grade 12 U English or equivalent) Math (Grade 12 U Advanced Functions or equivalent) Chemistry (Grade 12 U Chemistry or equivalent) One Science or Math Course (Gr. 12 U Biology, Gr. 12 U Physics, Gr. 12 U Earth & Space Science, Gr. 12 U Calculus & Vectors, or Gr. 12 U Math of Data Management; or equivalent)Program Specific Requirements for New Brunswick High School Students:English 120, 121, or 122; 1 Course from: Calculus 120, Pre-Calculus A 120 or Pre-Calculus B 120, or Advanced Math with an Intro to Calculus 120; Chemistry 122, 1 Course from: Advanced Math with an Intro to Calculus 120, Biology 122, Calculus 120, Physics 122, Pre-Calculus A 120 or Pre-Calculus B 120, or Trigonometry and 3-Space 121/122; and 1 Additional Academic Grade 12 Credit Numbered 120, 121, or 122Program Specific Requirements for Newfoundland/Labrador High School Students:English 3201, Advanced Math 3200 or Math 3207, Chemistry 3202, 1 Course from: Advanced Math 3200, Biology 3201, Calculus 3208, Chemistry 3202, Math 3201, Math 3204, Math 3205, Math 3207, or Physics 3204; and 6 Additional Academic Grade 12 Credits at the 3000 LevelProgram Specific Requirements for Nova Scotia High School Students:English 12 or English 12 African Heritage, Pre-Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, 1 Course from: Biology 12, Physics 12, or Mathematics 12; and 1 Additional Grade 12 Academic or Advanced CourseProgram Specific Requirements for PEI High School Students:English 621, Chemistry 621, Math 611B, 1 Course from: Biology 621, Math 621A, Math 621B, Oceanography 621, or Physics 621; and 1 Additional Academic Grade 12 Credit Numbered 611 or 621Program Specific Requirements for Quebec (CEGEP) Students:2 Semester Courses in English (603 series), Calculus I and Calculus II, 2 Semester Courses in Chemistry (202 series), 2 Semester Courses from: Biology (101 series), Physics (203 series), or Linear Algebra I and Linear Algebra II; and 4 Additional Academic Semester CoursesProgram Specific Requirements for Quebec (Private) Students:Grade 12 U English, Grade 12 U Advanced Functions, Grade 12 U Chemistry, 1 Credit from: Grade 12 U Biology, Grade 12 U Physics, Grade 12 U Calculus & Vectors, or Grade 12 U Math of Data Management; and 2 Additional Grade 12 U or M CreditsProgram Specific Requirements for Saskatchewan High School Students:English A30 and B30, Pre-Calculus 30, Chemistry 30, 1 Course from: Biology 30, Calculus 30, Foundations of Mathematics 30, or Physics 30; and 1 Additional Academic 30 Level Course
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Biology & ChemistryDegree:ScienceAlberta/NWT/Nunavut:English Language Arts 30-1, Math 30-1, Chemistry 30, 1 Course from: Math 30-2, Math 31, Biology 30, or Physics 30; and 1 Additional Academic 30 Level CourseProgram Specific Requirements for Ontario High School Students:Grade 12 U English, Grade 12 U Advanced Functions, Grade 12 U Chemistry, 1 Credit from: Grade 12 U Biology, Grade 12 U Physics, Grade 12 U Calculus & Vectors, or Grade 12 U Math of Data Management; and 2 Additional Grade 12 U or M CreditsProgram Specific Requirements for Alberta/NWT/Nunavut High School Students:English Language Arts 30-1, Math 30-1, Chemistry 30, 1 Course from: Math 30-2, Math 31, Biology 30, or Physics 30; and 1 Additional Academic 30 Level CourseProgram Specific Requirements for British Columbia/Yukon High School Students:English 12 or English 12 First Peoples, Pre-Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, and 1 Course from: Calculus 12, Foundations of Mathematics 12, Biology 12, or Physics 12Program Specific Requirements for International Students:English, Chemistry, Math, and 1 Subject from: Biology or PhysicsProgram Specific Requirements for Manitoba High School Students:English 40S, Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S, Chemistry 40S, 1 Course from: Biology 40S, Applied Mathematics 40S, Calculus 40, or Physics 40S; and 1 Additional Academic 40S Level CourseProgram Specific Requirements for Mature/Transfer Students:English (Grade 12 U English or equivalent) Math (Grade 12 U Advanced Functions or equivalent) Chemistry (Grade 12 U Chemistry or equivalent) One Science or Math Course (Gr. 12 U Biology, Gr. 12 U Physics, Gr. 12 U Earth & Space Science, Gr. 12 U Calculus & Vectors, or Gr. 12 U Math of Data Management; or equivalent)Program Specific Requirements for New Brunswick High School Students:English 120, 121, or 122; 1 Course from: Calculus 120, Pre-Calculus A 120 or Pre-Calculus B 120, or Advanced Math with an Intro to Calculus 120; Chemistry 122, 1 Course from: Advanced Math with an Intro to Calculus 120, Biology 122, Calculus 120, Physics 122, Pre-Calculus A 120 or Pre-Calculus B 120, or Trigonometry and 3-Space 121/122; and 1 Additional Academic Grade 12 Credit Numbered 120, 121, or 122Program Specific Requirements for Newfoundland/Labrador High School Students:English 3201, Advanced Math 3200 or Math 3207, Chemistry 3202, 1 Course from: Advanced Math 3200, Biology 3201, Calculus 3208, Chemistry 3202, Math 3201, Math 3204, Math 3205, Math 3207, or Physics 3204; and 6 Additional Academic Grade 12 Credits at the 3000 LevelProgram Specific Requirements for Nova Scotia High School Students:English 12 or English 12 African Heritage, Pre-Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, 1 Course from: Biology 12, Physics 12, or Mathematics 12; and 1 Additional Grade 12 Academic or Advanced CourseProgram Specific Requirements for PEI High School Students:English 621, Chemistry 621, Math 611B, 1 Course from: Biology 621, Math 621A, Math 621B, Oceanography 621, or Physics 621; and 1 Additional Academic Grade 12 Credit Numbered 611 or 621Program Specific Requirements for Quebec (CEGEP) Students:2 Semester Courses in English (603 series), Calculus I and Calculus II, 2 Semester Courses in Chemistry (202 series), 2 Semester Courses from: Biology (101 series), Physics (203 series), or Linear Algebra I and Linear Algebra II; and 4 Additional Academic Semester CoursesProgram Specific Requirements for Quebec (Private) Students:Grade 12 U English, Grade 12 U Advanced Functions, Grade 12 U Chemistry, 1 Credit from: Grade 12 U Biology, Grade 12 U Physics, Grade 12 U Calculus & Vectors, or Grade 12 U Math of Data Management; and 2 Additional Grade 12 U or M CreditsProgram Specific Requirements for Saskatchewan High School Students:English A30 and B30, Pre-Calculus 30, Chemistry 30, 1 Course from: Biology 30, Calculus 30, Foundations of Mathematics 30, or Physics 30; and 1 Additional Academic 30 Level Course
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ChemistryDegree:Science and Education (PJ)Alberta/NWT/Nunavut:English Language Arts 30-1, Math 30-1, Chemistry 30, 1 Course from: Math 30-2, Math 31, Biology 30, or Physics 30; and 1 Additional Academic 30 Level CourseProgram Specific Requirements for Ontario High School Students:Grade 12 U English, Grade 12 U Advanced Functions, Grade 12 U Chemistry, 1 Credit from: Grade 12 U Biology, Grade 12 U Physics, Grade 12 U Calculus & Vectors, or Grade 12 U Math of Data Management; and 2 Additional Grade 12 U or M CreditsProgram Specific Requirements for Alberta/NWT/Nunavut High School Students:English Language Arts 30-1, Math 30-1, Chemistry 30, 1 Course from: Math 30-2, Math 31, Biology 30, or Physics 30; and 1 Additional Academic 30 Level CourseProgram Specific Requirements for British Columbia/Yukon High School Students:English 12 or English 12 First Peoples, Pre-Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, and 1 Course from: Calculus 12, Foundations of Mathematics 12, Biology 12, or Physics 12Program Specific Requirements for International Students:English, Chemistry, Math, and 1 Subject from: Biology or PhysicsProgram Specific Requirements for Manitoba High School Students:English 40S, Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S, Chemistry 40S, 1 Course from: Biology 40S, Applied Mathematics 40S, Calculus 40, or Physics 40S; and 1 Additional Academic 40S Level CourseProgram Specific Requirements for Mature/Transfer Students:English (Grade 12 U English or equivalent) Math (Grade 12 U Advanced Functions or equivalent) Chemistry (Grade 12 U Chemistry or equivalent) One Science or Math Course (Gr. 12 U Biology, Gr. 12 U Physics, Gr. 12 U Earth & Space Science, Gr. 12 U Calculus & Vectors, or Gr. 12 U Math of Data Management; or equivalent)Program Specific Requirements for New Brunswick High School Students:English 120, 121, or 122; 1 Course from: Calculus 120, Pre-Calculus A 120 or Pre-Calculus B 120, or Advanced Math with an Intro to Calculus 120; Chemistry 122, 1 Course from: Advanced Math with an Intro to Calculus 120, Biology 122, Calculus 120, Physics 122, Pre-Calculus A 120 or Pre-Calculus B 120, or Trigonometry and 3-Space 121/122; and 1 Additional Academic Grade 12 Credit Numbered 120, 121, or 122Program Specific Requirements for Newfoundland/Labrador High School Students:English 3201, Advanced Math 3200 or Math 3207, Chemistry 3202, 1 Course from: Advanced Math 3200, Biology 3201, Calculus 3208, Chemistry 3202, Math 3201, Math 3204, Math 3205, Math 3207, or Physics 3204; and 6 Additional Academic Grade 12 Credits at the 3000 LevelProgram Specific Requirements for Nova Scotia High School Students:English 12 or English 12 African Heritage, Pre-Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, 1 Course from: Biology 12, Physics 12, or Mathematics 12; and 1 Additional Grade 12 Academic or Advanced CourseProgram Specific Requirements for PEI High School Students:English 621, Chemistry 621, Math 611B, 1 Course from: Biology 621, Math 621A, Math 621B, Oceanography 621, or Physics 621; and 1 Additional Academic Grade 12 Credit Numbered 611 or 621Program Specific Requirements for Quebec (CEGEP) Students:2 Semester Courses in English (603 series), Calculus I and Calculus II, 2 Semester Courses in Chemistry (202 series), 2 Semester Courses from: Biology (101 series), Physics (203 series), or Linear Algebra I and Linear Algebra II; and 4 Additional Academic Semester CoursesProgram Specific Requirements for Quebec (Private) Students:Grade 12 U English, Grade 12 U Advanced Functions, Grade 12 U Chemistry, 1 Credit from: Grade 12 U Biology, Grade 12 U Physics, Grade 12 U Calculus & Vectors, or Grade 12 U Math of Data Management; and 2 Additional Grade 12 U or M CreditsProgram Specific Requirements for Saskatchewan High School Students:English A30 and B30, Pre-Calculus 30, Chemistry 30, 1 Course from: Biology 30, Calculus 30, Foundations of Mathematics 30, or Physics 30; and 1 Additional Academic 30 Level Course
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ChemistryDegree:Science and Education (IS)Alberta/NWT/Nunavut:English Language Arts 30-1, Math 30-1, Chemistry 30, 1 Course from: Math 30-2, Math 31, Biology 30, or Physics 30; and 1 Additional Academic 30 Level CourseProgram Specific Requirements for Ontario High School Students:Grade 12 U English, Grade 12 U Advanced Functions, Grade 12 U Chemistry, 1 Credit from: Grade 12 U Biology, Grade 12 U Physics, Grade 12 U Calculus & Vectors, or Grade 12 U Math of Data Management; and 2 Additional Grade 12 U or M CreditsProgram Specific Requirements for Alberta/NWT/Nunavut High School Students:English Language Arts 30-1, Math 30-1, Chemistry 30, 1 Course from: Math 30-2, Math 31, Biology 30, or Physics 30; and 1 Additional Academic 30 Level CourseProgram Specific Requirements for British Columbia/Yukon High School Students:English 12 or English 12 First Peoples, Pre-Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, and 1 Course from: Calculus 12, Foundations of Mathematics 12, Biology 12, or Physics 12Program Specific Requirements for International Students:English, Chemistry, Math, and 1 Subject from: Biology or PhysicsProgram Specific Requirements for Manitoba High School Students:English 40S, Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S, Chemistry 40S, 1 Course from: Biology 40S, Applied Mathematics 40S, Calculus 40, or Physics 40S; and 1 Additional Academic 40S Level CourseProgram Specific Requirements for Mature/Transfer Students:English (Grade 12 U English or equivalent) Math (Grade 12 U Advanced Functions or equivalent) Chemistry (Grade 12 U Chemistry or equivalent) One Science or Math Course (Gr. 12 U Biology, Gr. 12 U Physics, Gr. 12 U Earth & Space Science, Gr. 12 U Calculus & Vectors, or Gr. 12 U Math of Data Management; or equivalent)Program Specific Requirements for New Brunswick High School Students:English 120, 121, or 122; 1 Course from: Calculus 120, Pre-Calculus A 120 or Pre-Calculus B 120, or Advanced Math with an Intro to Calculus 120; Chemistry 122, 1 Course from: Advanced Math with an Intro to Calculus 120, Biology 122, Calculus 120, Physics 122, Pre-Calculus A 120 or Pre-Calculus B 120, or Trigonometry and 3-Space 121/122; and 1 Additional Academic Grade 12 Credit Numbered 120, 121, or 122Program Specific Requirements for Newfoundland/Labrador High School Students:English 3201, Advanced Math 3200 or Math 3207, Chemistry 3202, 1 Course from: Advanced Math 3200, Biology 3201, Calculus 3208, Chemistry 3202, Math 3201, Math 3204, Math 3205, Math 3207, or Physics 3204; and 6 Additional Academic Grade 12 Credits at the 3000 LevelProgram Specific Requirements for Nova Scotia High School Students:English 12 or English 12 African Heritage, Pre-Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, 1 Course from: Biology 12, Physics 12, or Mathematics 12; and 1 Additional Grade 12 Academic or Advanced CourseProgram Specific Requirements for PEI High School Students:English 621, Chemistry 621, Math 611B, 1 Course from: Biology 621, Math 621A, Math 621B, Oceanography 621, or Physics 621; and 1 Additional Academic Grade 12 Credit Numbered 611 or 621Program Specific Requirements for Quebec (CEGEP) Students:2 Semester Courses in English (603 series), Calculus I and Calculus II, 2 Semester Courses in Chemistry (202 series), 2 Semester Courses from: Biology (101 series), Physics (203 series), or Linear Algebra I and Linear Algebra II; and 4 Additional Academic Semester CoursesProgram Specific Requirements for Quebec (Private) Students:Grade 12 U English, Grade 12 U Advanced Functions, Grade 12 U Chemistry, 1 Credit from: Grade 12 U Biology, Grade 12 U Physics, Grade 12 U Calculus & Vectors, or Grade 12 U Math of Data Management; and 2 Additional Grade 12 U or M CreditsProgram Specific Requirements for Saskatchewan High School Students:English A30 and B30, Pre-Calculus 30, Chemistry 30, 1 Course from: Biology 30, Calculus 30, Foundations of Mathematics 30, or Physics 30; and 1 Additional Academic 30 Level Course
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ChemistryDegree:ScienceAlberta/NWT/Nunavut:English Language Arts 30-1, Math 30-1, Chemistry 30, 1 Course from: Math 30-2, Math 31, Biology 30, or Physics 30; and 1 Additional Academic 30 Level CourseProgram Specific Requirements for Ontario High School Students:Grade 12 U English, Grade 12 U Advanced Functions, Grade 12 U Chemistry, 1 Credit from: Grade 12 U Biology, Grade 12 U Physics, Grade 12 U Calculus & Vectors, or Grade 12 U Math of Data Management; and 2 Additional Grade 12 U or M CreditsProgram Specific Requirements for Alberta/NWT/Nunavut High School Students:English Language Arts 30-1, Math 30-1, Chemistry 30, 1 Course from: Math 30-2, Math 31, Biology 30, or Physics 30; and 1 Additional Academic 30 Level CourseProgram Specific Requirements for British Columbia/Yukon High School Students:English 12 or English 12 First Peoples, Pre-Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, and 1 Course from: Calculus 12, Foundations of Mathematics 12, Biology 12, or Physics 12Program Specific Requirements for International Students:English, Chemistry, Math, and 1 Subject from: Biology or PhysicsProgram Specific Requirements for Manitoba High School Students:English 40S, Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S, Chemistry 40S, 1 Course from: Biology 40S, Applied Mathematics 40S, Calculus 40, or Physics 40S; and 1 Additional Academic 40S Level CourseProgram Specific Requirements for Mature/Transfer Students:English (Grade 12 U English or equivalent) Math (Grade 12 U Advanced Functions or equivalent) Chemistry (Grade 12 U Chemistry or equivalent) One Science or Math Course (Gr. 12 U Biology, Gr. 12 U Physics, Gr. 12 U Earth & Space Science, Gr. 12 U Calculus & Vectors, or Gr. 12 U Math of Data Management; or equivalent)Program Specific Requirements for New Brunswick High School Students:English 120, 121, or 122; 1 Course from: Calculus 120, Pre-Calculus A 120 or Pre-Calculus B 120, or Advanced Math with an Intro to Calculus 120; Chemistry 122, 1 Course from: Advanced Math with an Intro to Calculus 120, Biology 122, Calculus 120, Physics 122, Pre-Calculus A 120 or Pre-Calculus B 120, or Trigonometry and 3-Space 121/122; and 1 Additional Academic Grade 12 Credit Numbered 120, 121, or 122Program Specific Requirements for Newfoundland/Labrador High School Students:English 3201, Advanced Math 3200 or Math 3207, Chemistry 3202, 1 Course from: Advanced Math 3200, Biology 3201, Calculus 3208, Chemistry 3202, Math 3201, Math 3204, Math 3205, Math 3207, or Physics 3204; and 6 Additional Academic Grade 12 Credits at the 3000 LevelProgram Specific Requirements for Nova Scotia High School Students:English 12 or English 12 African Heritage, Pre-Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, 1 Course from: Biology 12, Physics 12, or Mathematics 12; and 1 Additional Grade 12 Academic or Advanced CourseProgram Specific Requirements for PEI High School Students:English 621, Chemistry 621, Math 611B, 1 Course from: Biology 621, Math 621A, Math 621B, Oceanography 621, or Physics 621; and 1 Additional Academic Grade 12 Credit Numbered 611 or 621Program Specific Requirements for Quebec (CEGEP) Students:2 Semester Courses in English (603 series), Calculus I and Calculus II, 2 Semester Courses in Chemistry (202 series), 2 Semester Courses from: Biology (101 series), Physics (203 series), or Linear Algebra I and Linear Algebra II; and 4 Additional Academic Semester CoursesProgram Specific Requirements for Quebec (Private) Students:Grade 12 U English, Grade 12 U Advanced Functions, Grade 12 U Chemistry, 1 Credit from: Grade 12 U Biology, Grade 12 U Physics, Grade 12 U Calculus & Vectors, or Grade 12 U Math of Data Management; and 2 Additional Grade 12 U or M CreditsProgram Specific Requirements for Saskatchewan High School Students:English A30 and B30, Pre-Calculus 30, Chemistry 30, 1 Course from: Biology 30, Calculus 30, Foundations of Mathematics 30, or Physics 30; and 1 Additional Academic 30 Level Course
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Chemistry with Specialization in Medical SciencesDegree:ScienceAlberta/NWT/Nunavut:English Language Arts 30-1, Math 30-1, Chemistry 30, 1 Course from: Math 30-2, Math 31, Biology 30, or Physics 30; and 1 Additional Academic 30 Level CourseProgram Specific Requirements for Ontario High School Students:Grade 12 U English, Grade 12 U Advanced Functions, Grade 12 U Chemistry, 1 Credit from: Grade 12 U Biology, Grade 12 U Physics, Grade 12 U Calculus & Vectors, or Grade 12 U Math of Data Management; and 2 Additional Grade 12 U or M CreditsProgram Specific Requirements for Alberta/NWT/Nunavut High School Students:English Language Arts 30-1, Math 30-1, Chemistry 30, 1 Course from: Math 30-2, Math 31, Biology 30, or Physics 30; and 1 Additional Academic 30 Level CourseProgram Specific Requirements for British Columbia/Yukon High School Students:English 12 or English 12 First Peoples, Pre-Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, and 1 Course from: Calculus 12, Foundations of Mathematics 12, Biology 12, or Physics 12Program Specific Requirements for International Students:English, Chemistry, Math, and 1 Subject from: Biology or PhysicsProgram Specific Requirements for Manitoba High School Students:English 40S, Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S, Chemistry 40S, 1 Course from: Biology 40S, Applied Mathematics 40S, Calculus 40, or Physics 40S; and 1 Additional Academic 40S Level CourseProgram Specific Requirements for Mature/Transfer Students:English (Grade 12 U English or equivalent) Math (Grade 12 U Advanced Functions or equivalent) Chemistry (Grade 12 U Chemistry or equivalent) One Science or Math Course (Gr. 12 U Biology, Gr. 12 U Physics, Gr. 12 U Earth & Space Science, Gr. 12 U Calculus & Vectors, or Gr. 12 U Math of Data Management; or equivalent)Program Specific Requirements for New Brunswick High School Students:English 120, 121, or 122; 1 Course from: Calculus 120, Pre-Calculus A 120 or Pre-Calculus B 120, or Advanced Math with an Intro to Calculus 120; Chemistry 122, 1 Course from: Advanced Math with an Intro to Calculus 120, Biology 122, Calculus 120, Physics 122, Pre-Calculus A 120 or Pre-Calculus B 120, or Trigonometry and 3-Space 121/122; and 1 Additional Academic Grade 12 Credit Numbered 120, 121, or 122Program Specific Requirements for Newfoundland/Labrador High School Students:English 3201, Advanced Math 3200 or Math 3207, Chemistry 3202, 1 Course from: Advanced Math 3200, Biology 3201, Calculus 3208, Chemistry 3202, Math 3201, Math 3204, Math 3205, Math 3207, or Physics 3204; and 6 Additional Academic Grade 12 Credits at the 3000 LevelProgram Specific Requirements for Nova Scotia High School Students:English 12 or English 12 African Heritage, Pre-Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, 1 Course from: Biology 12, Physics 12, or Mathematics 12; and 1 Additional Grade 12 Academic or Advanced CourseProgram Specific Requirements for PEI High School Students:English 621, Chemistry 621, Math 611B, 1 Course from: Biology 621, Math 621A, Math 621B, Oceanography 621, or Physics 621; and 1 Additional Academic Grade 12 Credit Numbered 611 or 621Program Specific Requirements for Quebec (CEGEP) Students:2 Semester Courses in English (603 series), Calculus I and Calculus II, 2 Semester Courses in Chemistry (202 series), 2 Semester Courses from: Biology (101 series), Physics (203 series), or Linear Algebra I and Linear Algebra II; and 4 Additional Academic Semester CoursesProgram Specific Requirements for Quebec (Private) Students:Grade 12 U English, Grade 12 U Advanced Functions, Grade 12 U Chemistry, 1 Credit from: Grade 12 U Biology, Grade 12 U Physics, Grade 12 U Calculus & Vectors, or Grade 12 U Math of Data Management; and 2 Additional Grade 12 U or M CreditsProgram Specific Requirements for Saskatchewan High School Students:English A30 and B30, Pre-Calculus 30, Chemistry 30, 1 Course from: Biology 30, Calculus 30, Foundations of Mathematics 30, or Physics 30; and 1 Additional Academic 30 Level Course
As a first year Chemistry student, you must complete:
- Chemistry 1111 & 1131 – Introductory Chemistry I & II
- Mathematics 1171 & 1172 – Calculus I & II
- Physics 1211 & 1211 - Introductory Physics I & I
The balance of your courses will include electives from both the Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities and the Faculty of Science & Environmental Studies.
If you are interested in a career in the medical applications of chemistry, consider taking advantage of our Specialization in Medical Sciences to give you an added professional edge. Courses such as Bioinformatics, Medical Imaging, and Biological Physics will prepare you for a more focused career path post-graduation, or success in professional schools such as medicine or dentistry.
We have many student-run societies and clubs that cater to virtually any interest! These organizations are integral to our sense of community on campus. They host events, fundraisers, workshops, and competitions to bring people together and raise awareness for unique topics and issues. Visit our Student Clubs and Associations page for more information, as well as a listing of Student Centres.
More information about Payment Methods, and Payment Due Dates can be found here: Student Fees Information
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Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Total | 1st Installment | 2nd Installment | 1.0 FCE Tuition | 1.0 FCE Total | 0.5 FCE Tuition | 0.5 FCE Total |
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1 | $6,649.45 | $1,002.74 | $7,652.19 | $4,327.47 | $3,324.72 | $1,329.89 | $1,434.84 | $664.95 | $717.42 |
2 | $6,617.62 | $982.74 | $7,600.36 | $4,291.55 | $3,308.81 | $1,323.52 | $1,428.47 | $661.76 | $714.24 |
3 | $6,572.55 | $982.74 | $7,555.29 | $4,269.02 | $3,286.27 | $1,314.51 | $1,419.46 | $657.26 | $709.73 |
4 | $5,998.10 | $982.74 | $6,980.84 | $3,981.79 | $2,999.05 | $1,199.62 | $1,304.57 | $599.81 | $652.29 |
Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Total | 1st Installment | 2nd Installment | 1.0 FCE Tuition | 1.0 FCE Total | 0.5 FCE Tuition | 0.5 FCE Total |
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1 | $22,601.25 | $1,002.74 | $23,603.99 | $12,303.37 | $11,300.62 | $4,520.25 | $4,625.20 | $2,260.13 | $2,312.60 |
2-4 | $22,601.25 | $982.74 | $23,583.99 | $12,283.37 | $11,300.62 | $4,520.25 | $4,625.20 | $2,260.13 | $2,312.60 |
2018-19 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Full-Time Undergraduate Students (Thunder Bay) | Code | Amount |
Lakehead University Services Fees | ||
Athletic Building Fund | SABFF | 70.00 |
Student Athletic Society | SATHF | 115.18 |
Computer Enhancement (Technology) Fee | SCOMF | 25.00 |
Health Services Support Fee | SHEAF | 60.57 |
Capital Improvements C.J. Sanders Building | SCISF | 30.00 |
LU Services Subtotal | 300.75 | |
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fee | ||
LUSU Fee | 128.00 | |
Referenda | 17.00 | |
Nanabijou | 5.00 | |
CFS (Canadian Federation of Students) Fees | 16.74 | |
LUSU Fee Subtotal | SLUSF | 166.74 |
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Services Fees | ||
LUSU Capital Fund | SBLDF | 47.25 |
LU Radio | SRADF | 10.00 |
LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance* | SMEDF | 325.00 |
LUSU Bus Pass Fee** | SLBUS | 133.00 |
LUSU Services Subtotal | 515.25 | |
Total | 982.74 |
* The LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance cost is $325.00. The policy is effective September 1, 2018 for the 12 months ending August 31, 2019. All full-time undergraduate students* who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs for 2018FW by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee.
- Should a student have comparable coverage and choose to opt-out they may do so by going to the LUSU Website at www.lusu.ca and clicking on opt-out to proceed. No exceptions or extensions.
- For additional information regarding LUSU services including Medical and Dental please go to www.lusu.ca or contact LUSU directly by phone (807) 343-8259
** The LUSU Bus Pass (U-Pass) Fee - All full-time undergraduate students* who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs for 2018FW by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee.
* Co-op students and Graduate students are not covered but may purchase the Plan.
2018-19 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for 1st Year Full-Time Students (Thunder Bay) | Code | Amount |
1st Year Students Orientation Fee | SORIE | 20.00 |
LUSU and LU Services Total | 982.74 | |
Total | 1002.74 |
2018-19 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Part-Time Undergraduate Students (Thunder Bay) | Code | Amount (1.0FCE) | Amount (0.5FCE) |
Athletic Building Fund | SABFF | 14.00 | 7.00 |
Student Athletic Society | SATHF | 23.04 | 11.52 |
Computer Enhancement (Technology) Fee | SCOMF | 5.00 | 2.50 |
Health Services Support Fee | SHEAF | 12.11 | 6.06 |
Capital Improvements C.J. Sanders Building | SCISF | 6.00 | 3.00 |
LUSU Capital Fund | SBLDF | 9.45 | 4.73 |
LU Radio | SRADF | 2.00 | 1.00 |
LUSU Fee (includes CFS & Referenda listed below) | SLUSF | 33.35 | 16.67 |
CFS (Canadian Federation of Students) Fee | 3.35 | 1.67 | |
Referenda | 4.40 | 2.20 | |
Total | 104.95 | 52.47 | |
2018-19 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Part-Time Undergraduate Students in Distance Education Courses Only (Thunder Bay) | Code | Amount (1.0FCE) | Amount (0.5FCE) |
LUSU Fee, CFS Fee & Referenda | SLUSF | 33.35 | 16.67 |
Total | 33.29 | 16.65 |
2018-19 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Full-Time Undergraduate Students (Orillia) | Code | Amount |
Lakehead University Services Fees | ||
Student Athletic Society | SATHO | 92.16 |
Computer Enhancement (Technology) Fee | SCOMO | 25.00 |
Health Services Support Fee | SHEAO | 60.57 |
LU Services Subtotal | 177.73 | |
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fee | ||
LUSU Fee | 128.00 | |
Canadian Federation of Students Fee | 16.74 | |
Referenda | 7.00 | |
LUSU Fee Subtotal | SLUSO | 151.74 |
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Services Fees | ||
LUSU Capital Fund | SBLDO | 47.25 |
LUSU U-Pass Fee | SLBUO | 115.50 |
LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance** | SMEDF | 325.00 |
LUSU Services Subtotal | 487.75 | |
Total | 817.22 |
* The LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance cost is $325.00. The policy is effective September 1, 2018 for the 12 months ending August 31, 2019. All full-time undergraduate students* who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs for 2018FW by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee.
- Should a student have comparable coverage and choose to opt-out they may do so by going to the LUSU Website at www.lusu.ca and clicking on opt-out to proceed. No exceptions or extensions.
- For additional information regarding LUSU services including Medical and Dental please go to www.lusu.ca or contact LUSU directly by phone (807) 343-8259
** The LUSU Bus Pass (U-Pass) Fee - All full-time undergraduate students* who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs for 2018FW by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee.
* Co-op students and Graduate students are not covered but may purchase the Plan.
2018-19 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for 1st Year Full-Time Students (Orillia) | Code | Amount |
1st Year Students Orientation Fee | SORIO | 20.00 |
LUSU and LU Services Total | 817.22 | |
Total | 837.22 |
2018-19 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Part-Time Undergraduate Students (Orillia) | Code | Amount (1.0FCE) | Amount (0.5FCE) |
Student Athletic Society | SATHO | 18.43 | 9.22 |
Computer Enhancement (Technology) Fee | SCOMO | 5.00 | 2.50 |
Health Services Support Fee | SHEAO | 12.11 | 6.06 |
LUSU Capital Fund | SBLDO | 9.45 | 4.73 |
LUSU Fee (includes CFS & Referenda listed below) | SLUSO | 30.35 | 15.17 |
CFS (Canadian Federation of Students) Fee | 3.35 | 1.67 | |
Referenda | 1.40 | 0.70 | |
Total | 75.34 | 37.67 | |
2018-19 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Part-Time Undergraduate Students in Distance Education Courses Only (Orillia) | Code | Amount (1.0FCE) | Amount (0.5FCE) |
LUSU Fee, CFS Fee & Referenda | SLUSO | 30.35 | 15.17 |
Total | 30.35 | 15.17 |