About Master’s Program,
We offer M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in all of the major sub-disciplinary areas in chemistry (analytical, inorganic, organic, physical, theoretical). Graduate programs are tailored to the individual student and feature a strong interaction with faculty. The department has a long history of research and graduate training. More than 350 master’s degrees have been awarded with the first being conferred in 1919. The first doctorate was awarded in 1952 and more than 200 Ph.D. students have subsequently graduated from the department. Many of our graduates have gone on to have distinguished careers in academia and in industry, most notably Henry Taube (Nobel Laureate, 1983; M.Sc., 1937).
While conducting research at the University of Saskatchewan, you will have access to state-of-the-art facilities such as the Saskatchewan Structural Sciences Centre and the Canadian Light Source, Canada’s only synchrotron.
Master’s Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
- Language Proficiency Requirements: Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English
- A cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (i.e. 60 credit units)
- A four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study
- Demonstrated ability for independent thought, advanced study, and research
Master’s Funding Coverage,
All eligible students will be guaranteed a stipend that may come from multiple funding sources such as research grants, scholarships, or teaching assistantships. In 2023/2024 M.Sc. students will receive a minimum of $24,750 and Ph.D. students will receive a minimum of $26,750. These stipends are conditional on academic and research progress or teaching performance if tied to a teaching assistanceship. Financial support is limited to two years for a M.Sc. student and 4.67 years for a Ph.D. student.
Graduate students at USask can receive funding from a variety of sources to support their graduate education.
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has numerous awards, scholarships and bursaries to help fund your graduate education. The College of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies (CGPS) alone administers over $14 million in scholarships every year. Funding is made available from a variety of sources, including the Government of Canada, the Government of Saskatchewan and the generosity of our many donors.
Application Requirement,
Personal information such as your name, address, etc.
Contact information of your three referees
For your letters of recommendation, two of your referees must be academic contacts, and the third may be academic or professional
Your complete academic history from all previous post-secondary institutions
The application takes about 30 minutes to complete. You may save your application and return to it later.
At the end of the application, you will need to pay a non-refundable $120 application fee. Your application will not be processed until payment is received.
Transcripts
Proof of English language proficiency (if required)
Research statement
A curriculum vitae or resume
Application Deadline,
May 31, 2025
Application Fee,
At the end of the application, you will need to pay a non-refundable $120 application fee. Your application will not be processed until payment is received.
