- Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at York University is offered as 3 years teaching program.
- It is an on-campus program offered on both a full-time and part-time basis.
- This program provides the foundation to pursue many advanced fields, such as protein-structure analysis, environmental and atmospheric chemistry, or nanomaterials science.
- The department provides various streams to students to choose, including:
- Pharmaceutical and Biological Chemistry
- Materials Chemistry
- Analytical Chemistry
- The department also offers as an optional study plan within the honours program, Materials Chemistry which is centered on the rational synthesis of novel functional materials using a large array of existing and new synthetic methods.
- A chemistry degree also serves as an excellent foundation for advanced study in the health sciences a number of related areas (medicine, dentistry, or pharmacy).
- In the first year, students are offered personalized assistance in a small group setting.
- The professional associations for student's information on careers in Chemistry are Chemical Institute of Canada, American Chemical Society, Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers, and the Canadian Medical Association.
- The program provides excellent preparation for entrance to professional schools in the health sciences, graduate studies and research in all areas of chemistry, and career paths in the chemical or pharmaceutical sectors of industry, business and government.
- Various learning skills workshops, outstanding libraries, academic accommodations, and transition programs designed to help students at every step of the way.
- University provides a vibrant social scene with more than 300 clubs and organizations to enhance student life, and help to develop soft skills that can bring to the table in their future career.
- The average salary of the program goes up to 45,000 USD.