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PhD in Chemistry

University of Guelph

Guelph, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #546 =

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At University of Guelph in Guelph, Canada, PhD in Chemistry is offered as a doctorate in Chemistry programme. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 6,560 per semester (CAD 2,331 per semester for local students).

Also offered as: Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree

At a glance

Degree: Doctorate
Field: Chemistry
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 2,331 / semester
International tuition: CAD 6,560 / semester

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: uoguelph.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

The PhD in Chemistry is a research-intensive doctoral program in which students conduct original research in analytical, biological, inorganic, organic, physical, polymer or theoretical chemistry, or nanoscience, working alongside faculty in the Department of Chemistry. Students complete advanced coursework, a comprehensive examination, a doctoral seminar and an original thesis. Research areas include electrochemistry and nanoscience, molecular materials, and analytical chemistry. The program is offered through the Guelph-Waterloo Centre for Graduate Work in Chemistry and Biochemistry, a joint research program between the University of Guelph and the University of Waterloo. Students may pursue a collaborative specialization in Toxicology alongside the PhD. Admission normally requires a Master of Science degree comparable to those from North American universities, though direct entry from an Honours BSc with an A standing is available in some cases. Full-time study is nominally completed in four years. Graduates pursue careers in academia, the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, government laboratories and environmental science.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Admission normally requires a Master of Science degree comparable to those awarded by North American universities, with qualifications equivalent to those required for the MSc program; direct admission to the PhD program is available to applicants with an overall A standing in an Honours BSc degree. Three academic references are required, from academic sources, along with a completed Supplementary Information Form describing areas of research interest, goals and objectives. The GRE and GRE subject test in chemistry or biochemistry are not required.

Application Details

Start Date: September, January and May

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Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1964
Students: 36,000
QS rank: #546 =
Programs: 197
Location: Guelph, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does PhD in Chemistry award?

University of Guelph awards a Doctorate in the field of Chemistry on completion of this programme.

How long does PhD in Chemistry take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does PhD in Chemistry cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 6,560 per semester (CAD 2,331 per semester for local students).

Can PhD in Chemistry be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at University of Guelph.

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