Overview

The Chemistry PhD course from the Queen's University most students enrolling in the Ph.D. program from outside Queen's University's have already obtained an M.Sc. degree in Chemistry or a related discipline.

Key facts:

Students enrolled in the M.Sc. program at Queen's may enroll in the Ph.D. program without obtaining an M.Sc. degree by successfully completing a Ph.D. candidacy exam.

In exceptional cases, it is possible to enroll in the Ph.D. program directly after completing a B.Sc. degree in Chemistry or a related discipline.

Career opportunities:

A PhD in Chemistry can take your career inmany directions. In Canada, less than 40%of all PhDs will work in post-secondaryeducation – the majority will work inindustry, government, or non-profits.

Research chemist
Research engineer
Scientist
Technical leader
ICP Analyst
Professor

Taking time to explore career options,build experience, and network can helpyou have a smooth transition to the worldof work after graduation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Chemistry Seminar

Scientific Communication

Thesis Research

Comprehensive Examination

Research Seminar

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

7

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kingston, Canada

Disciplines

Chemistry View 33 other PhDs in Chemistry in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.3

English requirements

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88

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65

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

M.Sc. degree in Chemistry or related science (such as Biochemistry, Chemical Physics, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering)

At least a second class academic standing (B+, 75-79%, GPA 3.3)
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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

5772 CAD / year

≈ 5772 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5772 CAD / year

≈ 5772 CAD / year

Living costs

Kingston

Canada

1015 - 1615 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Kingston

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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