Program description
Chemistry studies the elements that comprise all matter. Everything around us the air we breathe, water we drink, food we eat, cars we drive, even our bodies are made from these elements.
There are five main branches of chemistry:
analytical focuses on the detection and measurement of chemical species used in fields like forensics.
organic deals with carbon compounds, which are the main components of living matter.
inorganic delves into all the remaining elements, most of which are found in the mineral world.
physical looks at the study of the fundamental principles governing the behavior of matter.
theoretical starts by exploring basic physical theories like quantum mechanics in order to provide frameworks within which all chemical phenomena can be understood.
The primary focus of the program is to provide you with extensive theoretical knowledge in all five branches, in addition to enhancing your technical and practical skills with hands-on experience. Throughout the program, you will receive intensive laboratory instruction on the transformation and safe handling of chemical compounds, as well as hands-on training in advanced instrumental techniques such as elemental analysis, optical spectroscopy, magnetic resonance, X-ray diffraction and mass spectrometry.
As a chemistry student, you will have access to state-of-the-art research facilities that provide the infrastructure to support the research interests of our award-winning faculty, your instructors, as they investigate diverse areas of the chemical sciences including catalysis, nanomaterials and food chemistry.
Possible careers
The knowledge and experience you gain in the program will provide an exceptional stepping stone into a career in the field, whether you choose to continue your studies to a master's or doctorate, or enter the working world.
Agricultural Chemistry
Drug Development
Food Technology
Flavour Chemistry
Chemical Analysis
Technical Sales
Soil Science
Industrial Chemical Sales
Polymer Chemistry
Oil & Gas Industry
Quality Control
Consulting Firms
Forensic Science
Toxicology
Environmental Science
Research & Development
Oil Sands Technology
Pharmaceuticals
Professional disciplines & graduate studies. Your undergraduate degree in chemistry provides an excellent foundation for medicine, veterinary medicine, pharmacology, optometry, dentistry, education, patent law and academia. The University of Lethbridge's School of Graduate Studies offers programs, at the master and doctoral levels, in more than 60 disciplines — so why not consider pursuing grad school right here in Lethbridge! Whether you choose to do your advanced studies at uLethbridge or another institution, know that your undergraduate degree has set you on the path to post-graduate success.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
September 2025
Applicants who complete the equivalent of Grade 12 in high school (secondary school) will be considered for admission. Applicants who have completed secondary qualifications in other countries will be considered for admission under the High School Admission Route. Applicants to undergraduate programs who have completed post-secondary study will be considered for admission under the Post-Secondary Admission Route.
English language Requirements:
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
The University of Lethbridge is a leading public Canadian research university where students work directly with experts to tackle global issues.
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