Candidates reading for the Master of Science (MSc) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees pursue independent but supervised research in a field of advanced study either on a full-time or part-time basis. MSc and PhD candidates admitted in 2005 and thereafter are required to attend classes and pass the examinations of 3 and 6 graduate-level subjects respectively. MSc and PhD candidates admitted in 2005 and thereafter are also required to pass a Qualifying Examination at the end of 12 and 24 months respectively. On completion of the research, the candidate is required to submit a thesis on his research for examination. For PhD candidates, there is also an oral examination on the Course matter and other related subjects.
Rationale:
Graduate coursework forms the basis of the intensive preparation for research work. Graduate students will gain a broad and in-depth understanding of key and contemporary topics in chemistry and biological chemistry from which they can launch into a more detailed investigations of research literature. Students will also be trained in literature review and seminar presentations
Requirements for MSc degree : CBC 729 and CBC 730 + 1 other CBC 7XX Course
(Total : 12 AU)
Requirements for PhD degree : CBC 729 and CBC 730 + 4 other CBC 7XX Courses
(Total : 24 AU)