Bachelor of Science - Chemistry at Mount Royal University

Programme overview

Explore the molecular processes behind life with Mount Royal University’s Bachelor of Science — Chemistry in Calgary. This hands-on degree offers practical experience and real-world applications in chemical reactions. Choose from a general chemistry stream with options to go deeper into organic, inorganic or physical chemistry, or a concentration in analytical biochemistry that explores chemical analysis, biology and chemistry.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Technology | Department: Chemistry and Physics | Intake: Fall | Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

Get a deep understanding of chemical theory, practical lab skills and the tools used to analyze and manipulate matter.

Career pathways

A chemistry degree from MRU opens the door to roles in research, industry, education and healthcare. Roles include Quality assurance scientist, Occupational health and safety technician, Pharmaceutical/medicinal scientist, Professional chemist, Analytical lab services, Physician, Forensic scientist, Patent examiner.

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Application information

Entry requirements

English Language Arts 30-1 - 60%; Mathematics 30-1 - 60%; Chemistry 30 - 60%

International applicants: CAD 24,277 a year (2026). Year 1 (2026-27) international tuition for one full academic year (Sept-April, normally ten courses); tuition includes instructional equipment and lab fees; excludes mandatory fees ($2,432.68) and books. Year 2 onward listed as higher/subject to change. Source

Fall semester starts September (first day of classes Sept. 9, 2027); Winter semester starts January (first day of classes Jan. 5, 2027); Spring semester starts May (first day of classes May 3, 2027).

Fall 2027: Early Admission application period Oct. 1, 2026 to Feb. 1, 2027 (application and supporting documents required); application deadline for some programs Feb. 1, 2027; ongoing admission Feb. 2 to Aug. 31, 2027 based on program space and availability.

Fall 2027 international students: application deadline May 1, 2027 (students eligible to apply for a study permit under IRPR 214 may continue to apply after May 1); document deadline May 15, 2027.

Winter 2027: Early Admission application period Oct. 1 to Nov. 1, 2026; ongoing admission Nov. 2 to Dec. 15, 2026.

Spring 2027: applications open Oct. 1, 2026.

Apply through the official page: https://www.mtroyal.ca/Admission/Apply/index.htm

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