Overview
A chemistry education gives you flexibility to move in numerous career directions.
Some possibilities include:
- Applied research and product development
- Environmental assessment and protection
- Chemical engineering
- Forensic science, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, pharmacology,
- Oil and gas, mining and metallurgy, pulp and paper,
- Education
Even though your major may not be chemistry, there are other occupations in which having a strong chemistry background is beneficial: forestry, nursing, dental hygiene, medical lab technician, environmental technician, and more.
Upgrading Options
Is your chemistry a bit rusty? Check out out Academic Upgrading options to prepare for this program.
Academic Upgrading
Transfer
Chemistry courses at CNC are transferrable to other post-secondary institutions in BC, including SFU, TRU, UBC, UNBC, and UVic (see bctransferguide.ca ).
Associate of Science Chemistry Courses
Chemistry is known as 'the central science' as it is important to the understanding of the natural world; it connects the sciences with its focus on the fundamental properties of matter. Chemistry is a branch of science that studies the composition, structure, properties and reactions of substances (atoms, molecules and compounds). A chemistry education gives the student the flexibility to move in numerous career directions including research and development, chemical engineering, forensic science, and industrial and medical fields.
Required Courses
One of the following
One of the following
One of the following
| COURSE CODE |
COURSE TITLE |
CREDITS |
LENGTH |
| CHEM-201 |
Physical Chemistry |
3 |
15 weeks |
| CHEM-202 |
Inorganic Chemistry
|
3 |
15 weeks
|
| COURSE CODE |
COURSE TITLE |
CREDITS |
LENGTH |
One of the following
One of the following
English Requirement
3 credits in a 100-level UT English course, and
Humanities and Social Sciences requirement
6 credits in Humanities or Social Sciences, in addition to the 6 credits of required ENGL courses
Electives:
6 additional UT credits
Note: Student should speak with an academic advisor to ensure their electives are eligible to count towards an Associate of Science degree and confirm any unique program requirements at their University of choice.
| COURSE CODE |
COURSE TITLE |
CREDITS |
LENGTH |
Locations & Dates
CNC programs have varying lengths and start dates to meet your needs, and are offered across multiple campuses where possible. Don’t see the campus you’re looking for? Check back with us soon as this page is updated throughout the school year.
| START DATE |
CAMPUS |
DELIVERY |
LENGTH |
| Spring 2026 |
Prince George |
In Class |
2 years |
| Intersession 2026 |
Prince George |
In Class |
2 years |
| Fall 2025 |
Prince George |
In Class |
2 years |
| Spring 2025 |
Prince George |
In Class |
2 years |
| Intersession 2025 |
Prince George |
In Class |
2 years |
Entry Requirements
You’ll need one of the following:
- Successful completion of Grade 12 (with English 12 or English 12: First Peoples)
- ABE/CCP Advanced Certificate
- GED Certificate
- Completion of Grade 11 with an outstanding academic record in the year of application.
Need help meeting these requirements? Check out our Academic Upgrading options.
Open admission
Any program of study that does not have a selective admission process or fixed capacity and is on a “first qualified, first admitted” basis.
Invest in your future
Please check the Fee Schedule for up-to-date information.
These costs are an estimate and do not include books. Costs may change without notice. Student fees vary by campus.
Books for this program can be purchased from the bookstore.
Paying for college
We're here to help. You can apply for scholarships and bursaries through CNC. We can also help you find loans and other funding. Visit Financial aid to find out how.
Salaries and employment
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