Undergraduate Programs
What programs are available with the Department of Chemistry?
The Chemistry Department offers Major and Honours programs leading to a B.Sc. in Chemistry. We also have Joint Major and Honours programs with Earth Sciences and with Molecular Biology and Biochemistry. Students with an interest in Chemistry and Physics may want to consider completing a Chemical Physics Major or Honours.
Minor programs are also available in Chemistry, Nuclear Science, and Environmental Chemistry.
Visit the Chemistry Degree Programs page on our website for more detail.
What are the minimum requirements for declaring a Major in Chemistry?
Completion of at least 20 units in Chemistry, Math, and Physics with a cumulative Science GPA of at least 2.20.
Suggested courses include: CHEM 121-4, CHEM 122-2, CHEM 126-2, CHEM 215-4, CHEM 281-4, MATH 151-3 (or MATH 150-4), and PHYS 120-3.
How do I declare a Major in Chemistry?
Students who meet the minimum requirements listed above should contact the Undergraduate Advisor <chemadv@sfu.ca> or visit the Advisor during drop-in advising. Any questions about eligibility can also be directed to the Undergraduate Advisor.
Do I need to maintain a specific GPA to stay in the Chemistry program?
Students who are admitted into the Chemistry Major program in Fall 2015 or later must maintain a cumulative Science GPA of 2.20 to remain in the Major program. Science cGPAs will be assessed after completion of a minimum of 20 units in Chemistry, Math, and Physics (usually after two terms). Chemistry Majors who fall below the minimum required Science cGPA will be contacted by the Undergraduate Advisor.
Note: the continuance GPA does not apply to students in Minor programs or Joint Major programs.
What happens if I cannot maintain the minimum Science cGPA to stay in the Chemistry program?
Chemistry Majors whose cumulative Science GPA falls below 2.20 after completion of a minimum of 20 units in CHEM, MATH, and PHYS will be contacted by the Undergraduate Advisor. If you believe you will not meet the GPA requirement and would like to discuss alternative program options, please make an appointment to meet with the Advisor.
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