Arts & Science Chemistry

Build a Strong Foundation in Science

Langara College offers an affordable, flexible, and high-quality Chemistry program that prepares students for university transfer, careers in health and science, or immediate entry into the workforce. Whether you're aiming to complete your Associate of Science Degree in Chemistry, pursue a Bachelor of Science (BSc), or explore a science-related profession, Langara gives you a strong academic foundation.

Associate of Science Degree – Chemistry Concentration

The Associate of Science Degree in Chemistry is a two-year program that equips students with the knowledge and practical experience needed for advanced study or entry-level employment in science and technology fields.

Program Features:

This degree can serve as a standalone qualification or as the first two years of a four-year BSc degree.

Chemistry Career Opportunities

Graduates of Langara’s Chemistry program can enter a variety of science and technology sectors. Career paths include:

Pathways to Advanced Professions

Many graduates continue their education to pursue careers in:

Langara’s Chemistry program provides the flexibility and academic excellence needed to take the next step—whether in higher education or the workforce.

Program Requirements
  • Academic Requirement: The applicant must have at least 60% in each core subject and a minimum of 50% in the additional subjects in Grade 12.
  • ELP Requirement: IELTS: 6.5 (6.0). Duolingo: 110. TOEFL IBT- Minimum overall score of 80, 20 in W/R, 18 in S/L, PTE- 56
Refund Policy

International Student Deposit
Starting Spring 2025, new international students must pay a $6,000 deposit. This deposit is non-refundable unless your initial Canadian study permit is refused by IRCC (refusal letter must be dated on or after your application). To request a refund, complete the International Student Deposit Approval Refund Request form:

Paying on Time
You must register and pay all fees and deposits by the published deadlines. If you miss the Phase I payment deadline, you will be dropped from your classes.

Phase II Registration
Any fees owed for Phase II (Late Registration) are due immediately. Late payments will incur penalties and interest.

Non-Payment Doesn’t Mean Withdrawal
Not paying or not attending doesn’t automatically drop your courses. You remain responsible for all fees until you officially withdraw.

Access & Collections
All outstanding fees and fines must be cleared before you can use College services. Unpaid accounts go to a collection agency.

Dropping Courses & Refunds
You may get full or partial refunds if you officially drop courses by the posted deadlines.

Appeals
If you have extenuating circumstances, submit an appeal with documentation to the Registrar’s Office.

Late Fees & NSF Cheques
Overdue accounts incur interest (1.8% per month) and a $10/month late fee. NSF (bounced) cheques carry a $25 charge. Future payments must be by cash, money order, or certified cheque.

Holds for Unpaid Balances
If you owe money (tuition, library fines, equipment fees, etc.), you cannot register for new courses or receive transcripts, diplomas, or letters until your account is paid in full.

Summer Semester 2025 (May–August)

Withdrawal Deadlines

  • May 31 – Last day (before 21:00) to withdraw from May–Jun half-semester courses.

  • June 28 – Last day (before 21:00) to withdraw from regular-semester courses.

  • July 19 – Last day to withdraw from Jun–Aug half-semester courses (email registration@langara.ca before 21:00).

Refund Deadlines

  • May 4 – Last day to drop regular and May–Jun half-semester courses (before 21:00) for a 100% tuition refund (less any non-refundable fees).

  • May 7 – Last day to drop May–Jun half-semester courses (before 21:00) for a 70% tuition refund (less any non-refundable fees).

  • [Date as published] – Last day to drop regular-semester courses (before 21:00) for a 70% tuition refund (less any non-refundable fees).

Fall Semester 2025 (September–December)

Withdrawal Deadlines

  • September 27 – Last day (before 21:00) to withdraw from Sep–Oct half-semester courses.

  • October 25 – Last day (before 21:00) to withdraw from regular-semester courses.

  • November 15 – Last day to withdraw from Oct–Dec half-semester courses (email registration@langara.ca before 21:00).

Refund Deadlines

  • [Date as published] – Last day to drop regular and Sep–Oct half-semester courses (before 21:00) for a 100% tuition refund (less any non-refundable fees).

  • September 4 – Last day to drop Sep–Oct half-semester courses (before 21:00) for a 70% tuition refund (less any non-refundable fees).

  • [Date as published] – Last day to drop regular-semester courses (before 21:00) for a 70% tuition refund (less any non-refundable fees).

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Key Facts
  • Application Fee: $155
  • LOA Deposit: $6,000
  • Annual Tuition Fee: $19,137
  • Total Tuition Fee: $38,274
  • Course Duration: 2 years
  • Credentials: Diploma
  • Intake: September, January, May
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  • CV/Resume (Dates of education and experience must be mentioned in MM-YYYY format)

Example: Job from MM-YYYY --- to MM-YYYY

  • Valid passport copy
  • Academic documents (Bachelor transcripts and certificate + Senior secondary certificate/WAEC/12th)
  • Medium of instructions letter

    IF ONSHORE STUDENT

  • Stamped copy of visa
  • LOI
  • Study permit
  • Canadian Address:
  • Canadian Contact No:
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