Value proposition

Transforming our world through science.

McMaster University's Faculty of Science is a vibrant community of researchers, educators, students, staff and alumni who work to create a brighter world.

Our mission is to advance scientific discovery and knowledge, and to promote scientific literacy and understanding in our community.

Our vision is to be the leading Faculty of Science in Canada and among the world’s best in strategic areas of strength through innovation, creativity, and excellence in research, education, scholarship and service.

HIGHLIGHTS:

7,400 graduate and undergraduate students enrolled in 8 Departments and Schools, and 4 interdisciplinary graduate programs

Over 31,500 alumni with 28,639 undergraduate degrees granted and 5,786 graduate degrees granted

195 full-time faculty members across the Faculty of Science

5 Canada Research Chairs (CRCs) and one Canada 150 Research Chair

Collaborative relationships with researchers in over 32 countries spanning 6 continents

400,000 square feet dedicated to research and educational activities spread across 15 campus buildings and off campus locations