Bachelor of Science (Chemistry)

Overview

Duration:
 3 years fulltime
 
Mode:
 On campus, full or part time *
 
Workload:
 Normal workload expectations are a minimum of 10 hours per week for every subject, including class contact hours, preparation and time spent on assessment tasks.
 
Type:
 Undergraduate
 
Credit points:
 72 credit points o
 
Mid-year entry:
 Yes
 
Prerequisite/s:
 English, Chemistry, Maths B
 
Campus:
 Townsville; Cairns (first year only)
 
Faculty:
 Science and Engineering
 
QTAC code:
 316061 Townsville; 326061 Cairns
 

* Duration: Part-time study is available to domestic students only.

o Credit points: Represent the combined value of individual subjects in a degree. One subject usually constitutes three credit points.
 

Structure

Disclaimer - The list of subjects below is correct for 2008, but may change for 2009. Prospective students should contact the University to confirm admission requirements and the availability of courses.

Townsville, Cairns (1st year only)

Level 1

CH1001:03 Chemistry: A Central Science

or

CH1011:03 Chemistry for the Natural Sciences

and

CH1002:03 Chemistry: Principles and Applications

or

CH1012:03 Molecular Chemistry

Plus

18 credit points satisfying the Award Requirements for the Bachelor of Science. It is recommended that students choose a set of electives that provide them with the prerequisites for subjects in a range of disciplines in level 2 and 3. Students with an interest in Industrial Chemistry should include appropriate Mathematics (MA) and Computer Science (CP) subjects.

Level 2

At least 3 subjects (9 credit points) from:

CH2002:03 Physical Chemistry

CH2012:03 Environmental Analytical Techniques

CH2022:03 Chemistry of the Elements

CH2032:03 Organic Chemistry

Plus

15 credit points satisfying the Award Requirements of the Bachelor of Science. It is recommended that students include additional level 2 Chemistry (CH) subjects or subjects in Biochemistry (BC), Earth Science (EA), Mathematics (MA), Physics (PH), Biological Sciences (BT, BZ, MB,ZL), Physiology and Pharmacology (PP), and Microbiology and Immunology (MI). Students with an interest in Industrial Chemistry should include appropriate Chemical Engineering (CL) and Mechanical Engineering (ME) subjects.

Level 3

Any four level 3 CH subjects (12 credit points) selected from:

CH3004:03 Physical Chemistry

CH3013:03 Instrumental Analytical Techniques

CH3022:03 Inorganic Chemistry

CH3032:03 Organic Chemistry

CH3093:03 Advanced Chemistry Project A

CH3095:03 Advanced Chemistry Project B Part1 of 2

CH3096:03 Advanced Chemistry Project B Part2 of 2

Plus

12 credit points satisfying the Award Requirements for the Bachelor of Science. It is recommended that students include additional level 3 Science subjects. Students with an interest in Industrial Chemistry should include appropriate Chemical Engineering (CL) and Mechanical Engineering (ME) subjects.

Honours

Level 4 (Honours students only)

CH4002:12 Chemistry Honours Part 1 of 2

CH4003:12 Chemistry Honours Part 2 of 2

or

CH4502:12 Industrial Chemistry Honours Part 1 of 2

CH4503:12 Industrial Chemistry Honours Part 2 of 2

or

CH4004:06 Chemistry Honours (Part Time) Part 1 of 4

CH4005:06 Chemistry Honours (Part Time) Part 2 of 4

CH4006:06 Chemistry Honours (Part Time) Part 3 of 4

CH4007:06 Chemistry Honours (Part Time) Part 4 of 4

Career Opportunities

Training in chemistry prepares you for a wide range of careers, including: manufacturing and processing; the environment; mining; pharmaceuticals and health-related industries; agriculture; food industries; state and federal government agencies (including forensic science, customs, and patents); defence; education (secondary schools and universities) and research institutes; and in areas related to biotechnology and nanotechnology.

Professional Recognition

Graduates may apply for membership of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute.

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