At Dalhousie University in Halifax, Canada, MA/MS in Chemistry is offered as a master's degree in Chemistry programme. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 19,382 per year (CAD 11,303 per year for local students).
Also offered as: Bachelor's Degree
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:Chemistry
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 11,303 / year
International tuition: CAD 19,382 / year
Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
The Master of Science in Chemistry at Dalhousie University is a thesis-based graduate program offered by the Department of Chemistry in the Faculty of Science, delivered in person at the Halifax campus, and can be taken full-time or part-time, with a standard length of two years or longer and entry in September, January, or May. Students undertake supervised research across areas of the discipline, including analytical, organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry as well as biochemistry, working toward a written thesis and its defence rather than a coursework-only credential. Admission normally requires an honours bachelor's degree in chemistry or a closely related field, with strong academic standing expected of applicants, and prospective students are expected to identify and contact a potential faculty supervisor before applying. The program suits students who want hands-on laboratory research experience within a specific area of chemistry, whether as a step toward doctoral study or as preparation for technical roles in industry or government. Graduates take on positions such as research chemist, laboratory scientist, quality control analyst, or scientific consultant, and some continue into PhD programs in chemistry or related sciences.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:3.00 / 4.0
Admission Requirements: Applicants normally need an honours bachelor's degree in chemistry or a closely related discipline, with strong academic standing normally at a B+ average; minimum GPA requirements otherwise follow the Faculty of Graduate Studies. English language proficiency must meet Faculty of Graduate Studies standards. The program admits in September, January, and May, and applicants are strongly encouraged to contact potential supervisors early.
Application Details
Start Date:September, January, or May
Application Deadline:Dalhousie's live Dates and Deadlines page still shows the September 2026 entry cycle as of mid-September 2026, not the 2027 cycle. For that cycle, Bachelor of Science (Nursing), Bachelor of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Science (Medical Sciences) and Bachelor of Social Work close February 15, 2026; the Bachelor of Environmental Design Studies (Architecture) closes March 1, 2026; and the Health Sciences post-diploma option closes June 15, 2026. All other undergraduate programmes are considered on a rolling, space-available basis for both domestic and international applicants, with no separate international closing date published; May 15, 2026 is only the deposit and English-proficiency deadline, not an application deadline. Dalhousie has not yet published September 2027 entry dates. These are institution-wide dates; this programme publishes no deadline of its own.
