Program Overview

Program Overview

The Majeure en chimie program at the Universitť de Montrťal offers a comprehensive education in chemistry, covering all aspects of the discipline. The program aims to provide students with a solid foundation in chemistry, enabling them to contribute to the well-being of society and the industrial development of the country.

About the Program

The program covers various domains of chemistry, including analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, experimental chemistry, bioorganic chemistry, environmental chemistry, and macromolecular chemistry. Students will have the opportunity to work in state-of-the-art laboratories and interact closely with the faculty.

Advantages of Studying Chemistry at the Universitť de Montrťal

The Universitť de Montrťal offers an unparalleled environment for studying chemistry, with access to modern laboratories and equipment. Students will benefit from the university's strong connections with the Montreal industrial community, where many graduates have found employment.

Courses and Particularities

The program consists of 60 credits, with a combination of compulsory and optional courses. The compulsory courses provide a solid foundation in chemistry, while the optional courses allow students to personalize their program.

• CHM 1101: Chimie analytique 1
• CHM 1201: Structure atomique et molťculaire inorganique
• CHM 1301: Structure et rťactivitť molťculaire 1
• CHM 1302: Structure et rťactivitť molťculaire 2
• CHM 1401: Chimie physique 1: thermodynamique chimique
• CHM 1402: Chimie physique 2: ťquilibres et cinťtique
• CHM 1501: Chimie expťrimentale 1

Optional courses include:

• BCM 1503: Acides nuclťiques et gťnťtique 1
• BCM 1531: Introduction ŗ la biochimie
• BIO 1153: Biologie cellulaire
• CHM 2201: Structure et propriťtťs des composťs inorganiques
• CHM 2202: Laboratoire de chimie inorganique
• CHM 2402: Chimie physique 4
• CHM 2410: Introduction ŗ la chimie macromolťculaire
• CHM 3331: Chimie bio-organique: De molťcule ŗ nanomachine

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, students must meet the following requirements:

• Hold a diploma of college studies (DEC) awarded by the Quebec Ministry of Education or have equivalent training.
• Have a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 20,000.
• Meet the French language requirement.

Conditions of Admission

Students must also meet the specific conditions for the program, including:

• Being the holder of a diploma of college studies (DEC) in Sciences, Letters, and Arts or Sciences of Nature.
• Having completed specific prerequisite courses in chemistry, mathematics, and physics.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for the program vary depending on the student's status:

• Resident of Quebec: $2,177.05 per trimester (15 credits)
• Canadian non-resident of Quebec: $5,387.20 per trimester (15 credits)
• International student: $15,602.05 per trimester (15 credits)
• French or Belgian francophone student: $5,387.20 per trimester (15 credits)

Career Prospects

Graduates of the Majeure en chimie program can pursue various career paths, including:

• Chemist
• Chemist specializing in quality control
• Controller of pharmaceutical products
• Food scientist

These careers are available in various domains, including the chemical industry, pharmaceuticals, food processing, and research institutions.

Research Areas

The Universitť de Montrťal has a strong research focus, with various research centers and institutes, including the Centre en chimie verte et catalyse. Students can participate in research projects and collaborate with faculty members to advance knowledge in the field of chemistry.