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Become a leader in scientific research in your chosen area of chemistry through this research training program offered at the new, state-of-the-art Science Complex facility.
Overview
About this program
Specialized and flexible research training program
Leading scientific researchers come out of the PhD chemistry program. You will leverage your existing knowledge, gain new understanding, conduct in-depth reflection on your chosen topic, and demonstrate scientific rigour. In carrying out your research project, you will develop your creativity and demonstrate your originality. You will complete the program by writing and defending a thesis. The PhD in Chemistry generally takes 4 to 5 years to complete.
All areas of chemistry are covered in our doctorate program, including environmental, energy, spectroscopy, organic synthesis, bio-organic or inorganic chemistry, in addition to physical or theoretical chemistry. You will be part of a research group right from the start and you will carry out your laboratory research work independently throughout your doctorate program. You will work on projects in close collaboration with the research team and your research supervisor, with a personalized program in place. You will benefit from a unique mentoring experience, with support from a Thesis Committee comprised of 2 other professors, as well as your thesis supervisor. In addition to completing one to two courses, you will need to pass a comprehensive examination and present a doctorate seminar mid-way through the program. You will also write and defend your doctoral thesis before a jury.
To be eligible for the PhD in Chemistry program, you must have completed a North American Master’s degree program or European Master degree (M2) or be admitted directly after completing one year in our department’s Master’s program. Candidates may also be admitted directly after completing a North American bachelor's degree program with an outstanding academic record. You will need to have research experience, wish to continue pursuing your studies, and strive to be a future leader in your area of research in chemistry. You enjoy working in a laboratory or with instrumentation in a specific area of chemistry that inspires you. You are looking to gain solid training in research to work in an industry setting or pursue postdoctoral studies for a career with a university.
- Modern instrumentation facility and technical staff to ensure instruments are maintained and provide training to students
- Guaranteed funding for all students
- Program encompassing all areas of chemistry
- Several research chairs and research centres
Language accommodations
Although Université de Montréal is a French-language university, many of our research departments are open to creating a bilingual environment for students in graduate-level programs. These departments are aware of the importance of bilingualism in order for graduate students to succeed in their research careers.
Students who are proficient in English are therefore welcome and accepted into graduate-level programs.
The Department of Chemistry provides a number of accommodations to make you feel comfortable and help you fulfill the requirements of the program even if French is not your main language of study:
- Access to course notes in both French and English.
- Possibility of taking an equivalent course at an English-language university in Montréal.
- Choice of giving oral seminar presentations in either French or English.
- Choice of writing exams in French or English.
- Choice of taking the comprehensive exam in either French or English.
- Choice of writing your doctoral thesis or dissertation in French or English.
All laboratories are offered in a bilingual environment. Above all, staff in the program are available to help and support you throughout your studies.
Advantages of studying chemistry at UdeM
Prepare yourself for the job market or postdoctoral studies
- Benefit from access to our laboratories in nuclear magnetic resonance, X-ray diffraction, mass spectrometry, continuous flow synthesis, analysis of materials’ and molecules’ photoactivity, and materials characterization
- Discover the ultramodern Science Complex facility at the MIL Campus
- Take advantage of our scientific and networking programs
- Benefit from our high job placement rate
Courses and specifics
For contact information on the program director or student file management technician, or to find out more about the faculty or department hosting the program, please see the page in French.
- 90 credits
- Full-time
- Part time
- Day course
- Dissertation or thesis track
- International exchange option
Doctorate studies in chemistry at Université de Montréal opens the doors to a multitude of exciting careers! World-class training with students from all over the world.
Full professor and chair of the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Admission requirements
You are eligible without having confirmed a research supervisor, but you should do so within a prescribed period.
Admission requirements
Be sure to select your choices to display the eligibility conditions that apply to you.
Costs and financial aid
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$2,117.74 *
Total for a full-time session of 15 credits
Tuition fees: $1,483.65
Other fees: $634.09
These amounts are estimates and do not account for other expenses, such as costs for insurance, residence, transportation, manuals, etc.
* These estimates cannot at any time subsitute for an invoice or be used as proof for any reason whatsoever. These calculations are based on the 2024-2025 academic year.
Information updated: June 5, 2024 -
$2,117.74 *
Total for a full-time session of 15 credits
Tuition fees: $1,483.65
Other fees: $634.09
These amounts are estimates and do not account for other expenses, such as costs for insurance, residence, transportation, manuals, etc.
Good news! You may be able to lower this amount!
Under certain conditions, Canadian students who are not residents of Quebec can follow university study programs offered in French while benefiting from the same tuition fees as residents of Quebec.
* These estimates cannot at any time subsitute for an invoice or be used as proof for any reason whatsoever. These calculations are based on the 2024-2025 academic year.
Information updated: June 5, 2024 -
$9,753.94 *
Total for a full-time session of 15 credits
Tuition fees: $9,119.85
Other fees: $634.09
These amounts are estimates and do not account for other expenses, such as costs for insurance, residence, transportation, manuals, etc.
Good news! You may be able to lower this amount!
As an international student, you have access to exemption scholarships granted by UdeM throughout your university program. Note that for ungraduated programs, you must be enrolled as a full-time student for two sessions and reside in Quebec in the case of exclusively online study programs.
* These estimates cannot at any time subsitute for an invoice or be used as proof for any reason whatsoever. These calculations are based on the 2024-2025 academic year.
Information updated: June 5, 2024 -
$2,117.74 *
Total for a full-time session of 15 credits
Tuition fees: $1,483.65
Other fees: $634.09
These amounts are estimates and do not account for other expenses, such as costs for insurance, residence, transportation, manuals, etc.
* These estimates cannot at any time subsitute for an invoice or be used as proof for any reason whatsoever. These calculations are based on the 2024-2025 academic year.
Information updated: June 5, 2024 - Calculate tuition fees based on other situations
Available financial assistance
Future prospects Pursuing a career or further studies? The choice is yours!
Chemists are employed in the following key sectors: environment and energy, clinical analysis, pharmaceutical chemistry and biotechnologies, nanosciences and materials, and computer modelling. Once you have completed your degree program, you can work in the following industries: agri-food, cosmetics, pharmaceutical, medical, metallurgical, environmental, petrochemical, batteries and renewable energies, plastics and advanced materials, as well as pulp and paper. Positions involve working in a laboratory, which could also lead to supervising technicians and researchers. You may also work at a research institute or pursue postdoctoral studies for a career with a university.
