Overview
The Department of Chemistry provides a close-knit, multicultural environment in which graduate students can thrive both personally and academically.
As one of the largest research-focused departments at the University of Manitoba, we take pride in providing our students with the tools and knowledge to participate in inspiring research projects and access our unique research facilities.
Features
The Department of Chemistry is actively involved in community outreach, offering magic shows, field trip destinations and early learning classroom visits from scientists. Students are encouraged to take advantage of volunteer opportunities and participate in outreach events.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Topics in Biochemistry
- Spectroscopy and Molecular Structure
- Synthetic Organic Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry
- Design of Organic Synthesis
- Chemical Crystallography
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Theoretical Chemistry
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: 3
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 86
- PTE Academic: 61
- IELTS: 6.5
General requirements
- To be considered for admission to the Chemistry (PhD) program, you must normally hold a thesis-based Master of Science degree.
- Students without a thesis-based MSc will be admitted as MSc candidates, with the option to transfer into the PhD program after one year of satisfactory studies.
Applications must be completed online and include several parts:
- $100 application fee (non-refundable)
- CV/resume
- Supervisor support
- Two letters of recommendation (must be requested from within the application)
- Proof of English language proficiency, if required
Key Information
Duration
- Full-time: 48 months (4-6 years)
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2027
- Apply before Jan 2027, International
- Apply before Jun 2027, National
- Starting January 2028
- Apply before Mar 2027, International
- Apply before Oct 2027, National
- Starting May 2028
- Apply before Sep 2027, International
- Apply before Feb 2028, National
Language
English
Credits
9 alternative credits (9-15)
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Winnipeg, Canada
Disciplines
Chemistry
Tuition Fees
- International: 6,321 AUD / year (approx. 6,280 CAD / year)
- Domestic: 6,321 AUD / year (approx. 6,280 CAD / year)
Living costs
Winnipeg, Canada: 1,063-1,661 AUD / month