Academic school/college: Faculty of Science. This degree is accredited by The Canadian Society for Chemistry. Co-op optional: up to 4 terms of paid work experience can be included in the degree program.

Career options in areas bridging microbiology and chemistry, such as pharmaceutical research, biotechnology, food science, environmental analysis, industrial microbiology, and various research and development roles. Co-op experience can further enhance these opportunities.

The University of Victoria has the largest co-operative education (“co-op”) program in Western Canada, providing up to 16 months of paid work experience (optional for this degree). It offers a safe, very welcoming, and inclusive community on a beautiful eco-friendly campus, located in Victoria, the charming capital city of British Columbia, Canada. This program is within the Faculty of Science and is accredited by The Canadian Society for Chemistry.