CHEMISTRY Major Map
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE HONOURS (SPECIALIZATION) │ BACHELOR OF SCIENCE HONOURS (MAJOR) │ BACHELOR OF ARTS/SCIENCE (MINOR)
Get the
Courses
You Need
1st Year
2nd Year
3rd Year
Final Year
Take CHEM 112, PHYS 106 (or
104, 117), MATH 121 (or 120),
MATH 112 (or 110, 111).
Thinking about specialized
areas? Explore options by taking
those courses. If you’re going for
a major or specialization, take
CHEM 211, 212, 213 (fall),
CHEM 221, 222, 223 (winter).
Try to complete all
requirements for 3rd year core
courses.
For a specialization in chemistry,
90.0 core/option units are
required. See back for more
information.
An Honours Thesis project is a
requirement for both a major and
a specialization. Take option
courses in your areas of interest.
Apply to graduate on SOLUS.
Take CHEM 497.
Look into summer jobs through
Career Services. Apply for
summer research opportunities or
stay as an assistant to a faculty
member (SWEP or NSERC).See
the Chemistry Department for
details.
Stay as an assistant or conduct
research during the summer.
Investigate other internships.
Investigate full-time jobs or other
opportunities related to careers of
interest. Assess what experience
you’re lacking and fill in gaps
with volunteering, clubs, or
internships.
For plan requirements or
thresholds, see the Arts and
Science website. Speak to an
academic counselor at the
Arts and Science Office or the
Undergraduate Chair for help.
Get
Relevant
Experience
Join clubs on campus such as
Let’s Talk Science or Women in
Science and Engineering.
Look in the Co-Curricular
Opportunities Directory or AMS
Clubs Directory for more ideas.
Consider publishing your work in
an undergraduate journal such as
Inquiry@Queen’s.
Get
Connected
with Your
Community
Get
Thinking
Globally
Get Ready
for Life
After
Graduation
1st Year
2nd Year
3rd Year
Final Year
Volunteer on or off-campus with
community organizations such as
Science Rendezvous.
Get involved with the
Departmental Student Council
(DSC). Connect with professors
at socials or attend speaker
events. Start or continue
volunteering.
Network with people working in
careers of interest (with alumni,
using LinkedIn).
Consider joining
associations like the
Chemical Institute of
Canada or the Association of the
Chemical Profession of Ontario.
Is an exchange in your future?
Start thinking about where you
would like to study abroad.
Apply before the first week of
January for a 3rd year exchange
through the International
Programs Office.
Build your intercultural
competence by getting involved
with other cultures or by
practicing or improving your
language skills. Stop by QUIC
for ideas to go abroad, volunteer
at QUIC or attend one of their
events.
Prepare yourself to work in a
multi-cultural
environment by taking QUIC’s
Intercultural Competency
Certificate, and start thinking
about work or further studies
abroad.
Explore different careers of
interest by reading books in the
Career Services Information
Area, such as the Chemistry
Careers, or by finding and
connecting with alumni on
LinkedIn.
Start focusing on areas of
interest. Learn about the
requirements for careers of
interest– do they need
additional schooling? If so,
prepare to take any required
tests (such as the MCAT or
LSAT). Attend Grad School
workshops at Career Services
if interested.
Apply to jobs or future education,
or make plans for other
adventures. Prepare reference
letters if you’re applying to
graduate school. Visit Career
Services for help with future
plans.
Consider joining an intramural
sports or an athletics team. Check
out the Athletics and Recreation
site.
Queen’s University International
Centre will be your first stop to
internationalizing your degree.
Speak to a QUIC advisor or get
involved in their many programs,
events and training opportunities.
Grappling with program
decisions? – go to different
Major Nights by the departments
or various Career Fairs in the
year. Get some help deciding by
visiting Career Services.
Connect with professors at events
or workshops hosted by the DSC.
Caution: *This map is meant as a guide to provide suggestions throughout your university career. The activities, resources, and careers mentioned are possibilities – you are not
restricted to them and you don’t have to follow this exact timeline. Every person (including you!) will find their own unique path through their degree at Queen’s and beyond.
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Where could I go after graduation?
Agricultural sciences
Biomedical engineering
Botany
Complementary medicine
Conservation
Dentistry
Ecology
Education
Epidemiology and community health
Environmental research
Food science and technology
Forensic science
Genetics
Industrial Processes
Journalism
Management (business and health administration)
Manufacturing
Marketing
Medical laboratories
Medicine
Nutrition and dietetics
Patent law
Pharmaceuticals
Physiology
Public health
Public or private research
Teaching
Technician
Toxicology
Veterinary medicine
Zoology
*some careers may require additional training
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Chemistry at Queen’s
Why study Chemistry?
The Chemistry Department in the Faculty of Arts and Science offers many opportunities for students seeking a well-rounded
education in modern chemistry. Our curriculum is designed around a series of core courses, coupled with flexibility. This flexibility
allows students to choose a general study plan or focus in disciplines. The chemistry program also promotes opportunities to take
field courses, either locally or abroad. The research environment creates many opportunities for experiential learning while
integrated into research laboratories. Our chemistry program has opened doors for students looking to use the degree as a platform
for careers in chemistry, or further post graduate training in areas as diverse as Human Health, Education, Business, and Law.
What program options are there?
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Specialization – Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Chemistry
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Major (Science) – Bachelor of Science (Honours)
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Minor in Chemistry with Bachelor of Arts or Science
See the department website for course requirements: http://chem.queensu.ca
Getting what you need to succeed in the workplace
What do employers want?
In a recent survey from the Canadian Council of Chief Executives the top 6 skills sought by employers were:
1 People skills
2 Communication skills
3 Problem-solving skills
4 Analytical abilities
5 Leadership skills
6 Industry-specific Knowledge
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How do I get the skills I need?
It is important to develop a balanced skill set – many of which you will develop during your studies. To stand out from the crowd,
gain experience outside the classroom through the multitude of clubs and activities in and around Queen’s. Check out ideas in the
Get Relevant Experience section of this map.
What can I learn studying Chemistry at Queen’s?
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Research skills – conduct research, understand scientific journal articles, clearly explain and interpret research data
Organizational skills - compile, organize and maintain accurate records
Ability to operate laboratory equipment and to employ appropriate scientific lab techniques
Proficiency in mathematics
Sensitivity to the health and safety of others - safe handling, storage and disposal of hazardous chemicals
Written and oral communication skills – prepare and present reports from research ideas and information using current technology
Observation and decision making skills
Resource and time management
Logical reasoning
What makes ME special?
You have a unique set of skills and experiences. Take the time to think about the skills you have personally developed at Queen’s.
Explaining your strengths with compelling examples will be important for applications to employers and further education. For
help, check out the Career Services skills workshop.
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Chemistry Major Map
How to use this map
• Got
questions about careers and classes?
• Feeling a little lost or overwhelmed by choices?
• Wondering what you are “supposed” to be doing?
Use this map to plan for success in five overlapping areas of career and academic life. Each map helps you explore
possibilities, set goals and track accomplishments. To make your own custom map, use the My Major Map tool.
Don’t stress if you haven’t done all of the suggested activities. The map is not a prescription – it’s a tool for finding your
own way at Queen’s.
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Department of Chemistry
Faculty of Arts and Science
Chernoff Hall
90 Bader Lane
613.533.2616
chem.queensu.ca
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