Griffith University

Bachelor of Science (Chemistry)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Science is at the heart of every facet of life. It is a fascinating career choice, with research and development at its core. In this degree you'll study all areas of the sciences before specialising with your choice of major. You'll have the flexibility to decide what interests you the most, so you can shape a career that you're passionate about in the biological, clinical, chemical, physical or mathematical sciences.

You must complete the following foundation courses:

  • CHEMISTRY I
    The course will introduce the student to the fundamental theoretical and practical principles of the Chemical sciences. Students will be encouraged to develop problem solving skills and apply these to the solution of real chemical problems. Assessment is by laboratory reports, quizzes and a final examination or CHEMISTRY 1A This course introduces the fundamental concepts and methods of general chemistry. Basic skills of laboratory chemical analysis are developed. Lecture content includes three modules: Introduction and basic concepts; molecular structure and bonding; and energy and physical processes.
  • LINEAR ALGEBRA
    The course introduces basic vector algebra in two and three dimensions, matrices, complex numbers, probability and revises basic functions. It provides a foundation in the mathematical sciences for later studies in science and engineering. or QUANTITATIVE REASONING
    Mathematics underpins and informs all scientific fields and is the language of science. Quantitative Reasoning is a mathematics course with a difference.
  • CHEMISTRY II
    The course will discuss chemical properties and the mechanisms of chemical change, with everyday examples from environmental science and medicine. The principles of chemical thermodynamics, organic chemistry, biological chemistry and chemical reactions and properties in solution will be reinforced by a laboratory program. or CHEMISTRY 1B This course covers core chemistry concepts in a biological and physical context in the areas of organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry and the energetics of matter and living systems.
  • CALCULUS I
    The course revises and extends basic integral and differential calculus of one variable and introduces differential equations, in applied scientific contexts. It provides a foundation in the mathematical sciences needed for later studies. or STATISTICS
    This course provides an introduction to the basic concepts and practices of data analysis and inferential statistics. It will provide and understanding of several techniques including testing one or more means from sampled populations (t-Tests and ANOVAs), relationships between scale variables (correlations and regressions), and contingency table analysis (Chi-square tests).

Delivery mode

Griffith University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Locations
  • 170 Kessels Rd, Nathan
  • Parklands Dr, Southport

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Prerequisites

Any General or Applied English subject (Units 3&4, C)

Assumed Knowledge

General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods (Units 3&4, C). From 2024 English is Assumed Knowledge

Recommended Knowledge

One of Biology, Chemistry or Physics

VET Qualification

Certificate III

Language requirements

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:

  • A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
  • OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFL
  • OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19)
  • OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
  • OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) or C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
  • OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50.

English test results must be no more than two years old.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $22,500 $117,000 Fees are based on full-time study.

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* $22,500 $117,000

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) will prepare you for the following roles.

About Griffith University

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In all we do, we strive to create positive, meaningful change in the lives of our students, their families and friends, and society at large.

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