What are the educational requirements for Chemists in Alberta?
(Note: Licensing bodies compare international education and experience to Canadian standards) Most chemists begin their post-secondary education by taking a four year Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in chemistry, then go on to a master’s (M.Sc.) or doctoral (PhD) level. In general, the entrance requirement for a master’s degree program in chemistry is an acceptable average in a four year B.Sc. degree program in chemistry (or equivalent). A PhD is often required for research and post-secondary teaching positions. In Alberta, the following post-secondary institutions offer four year degree programs in chemistry.
