Overview

The Chemistry programme at Cape Breton University is designed for students with a passion for chemistry and desire to learn. With accessible faculty and modern facilities, CBU truly has it all.

Key facts

Chemistry is the study of matter — anything that has mass and occupies space. Everything you touch, hold, smell or taste involves chemistry and chemicals.

Chemistry is the science of change that affects virtually all other scientific disciplines and is essential to many new technological developments.

Chemistry is a physical science, which puts importance on mathematics and physics. Students who study chemistry here take part in a world class curriculum that produces results for tomorrow.

What you study

You study the relationship between the chemical structure of matter and its properties.

From new pharmaceuticals that fight disease, industrial catalysts for efficient manufacturing and leading-edge nanotechnologies—what CBU teaches you has the power change the world we live in.

What skills will I gain from this program?

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Exposure to chemical literature

Laboratory safety training

Interpretation and experimental skills

Ethics in chemistry training

Possible Career Paths

Professional schools in various fields

Industrial and academic research & development

Government and hospital laboratories

Industrial process laboratories

Environmental studies

Accreditation

The CBU Chemistry program is nationally accredited by the Canadian Society of Chemistry

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Inorganic Chemistry

Organic Chemistry

General Chemistry

Petroleum Chemistry

Geochemistry

Chemical Thermodynamics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-08-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-05-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sydney, Canada

Disciplines

Chemistry View 123 other Bachelors in Chemistry in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

English 12 (academic or advanced)

Math 12 (academic or advanced, pre-cal recommended)

2 Science 12 level

1 additional grade 12 academic or advanced level course

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

21270 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21270 CAD per year during 48 months.
National

10330 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10330 CAD per year during 48 months.

Nova Scotia: $9,047

Nationals:

Tuition: $9,225

Fees: $1,105

International:

Tuition: $9,225

Differential fees: $10,650

International medical plan: $620/$1,283

Fees: $775

Living costs for Sydney

1080 - 1710 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Key facts

What you study

What skills will I gain from this program?

Possible Career Paths

Accreditation

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Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Sydney

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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