The University of Newcastle

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Chemistry)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The program can be completed over one year of full-time study or part-time equivalent. Courses are offered on a semester basis, i.e. two semesters per year. The Bachelor of Science (Honours) is offered at Callaghan and Ourimbah Campuses.

Please note that specializations are not available at both campuses.

  • The specializations of Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Earth Science, Geography and Environmental Studies, and Physics are available to students at the Callaghan campus.
  • The Marine Science and Sustainable Resource Management specializations are available at the Ourimbah campus only.
  • The Psychology specialization is available at both the Callaghan and Ourimbah campuses.

Chemistry units

  • CHEM4001
    Research Methodologies I
    Research Methodologies I forms part of the Honours Program in Chemistry. This course covers advanced approaches to research methodology, with relevance to Honours projects undertaken by students at the 4000 level.
  • CHEM4002A
    Research Communication I: Thesis Preparation
    Research Communication I: Thesis Preparation forms part of the Honours Program in Chemistry. This course utilizes students’ skills and knowledge in the development and communication of research and findings.
  • CHEM4002B
    Research Communication II: Thesis and Presentation
    Research Communication II: Thesis and Presentation forms part of the multi-sequence research component of honours which requires the development, communication, and presentation of original research under the supervision of a member of academic staff from the School of Environmental and Life Sciences.
  • CHEM4003
    Research Methodologies II
    Research Methodologies II forms part of the Honours Program in Chemistry. This course covers advanced approaches to research methodology, with relevance to Honours projects undertaken by students at the 4000 level. Students enrolled in this course will explore contemporary perspectives in Chemistry research and focus specifically on; developing research skills; formulating research proposals; framing research questions; reviewing existing research; and choosing appropriate methodologies for different types of study.

Delivery mode

The University of Newcastle offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

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


Locations
  • Auckland St & King St, Newcastle

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Admission requirements

Supervision from a discipline academic must be sought before submitting your application.

To be admitted into the program applicants must have completed the Bachelor of Science or another cognate degree within the last five years with a minimum GPA of 5.0 in:

  • all studies undertaken in the program; or
  • across a major in the proposed discipline of study; or
  • across 80 units of 3000 level courses (which must include at least 40 units of 3000 level courses in the major where a major exists); or
  • where the applicant has completed less than 80 units at 3000 level, a GPA of 5.5 calculated from at least 60 units of 3000 level courses (which must include at least 40 units of 3000 level courses in the major where a major exists).

Minimum English language proficiency requirements

All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement.

Applicants for this program must satisfy a minimum English Language Proficiency Standard equivalent to an IELTS overall minimum of 6.0 with no subtest result below 6.0.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
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Career opportunities

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

Chemist

Chemists are scientific professionals who study the properties and behaviour of different chemical substances and compounds. They work in laborator...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

Analytical Chemist

Analytical Chemists are scientific professionals who analyse the properties and behaviour of different chemical substances and compounds, especiall...

Avg yearly income $83,460
Entry barriers Low

Biochemist

Biochemists are scientific professionals who are fascinated by the chemical structure of living cells and the biological processes that occur insid...

Avg yearly income $84,812
Entry barriers Low

Environmental Chemist

Environmental Chemists are conservation scientists who study and monitor the presence of foreign chemicals and contaminants in the Earth’s groundwa...

Avg yearly income $79,976
Entry barriers Low

Food Chemist

A Food Chemist analyses the chemical composition of food products to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with regulations. You might work in foo...

Avg yearly income $68,328
Entry barriers Low

Geochemist

Geochemists are scientific professionals who have extensive knowledge of (both) chemistry and the earth sciences. They study the chemical structure...

Avg yearly income $73,944
Entry barriers Low

About The University of Newcastle

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By working with our industry, community and government partners, we translate new knowledge into innovations that make a real difference – to our communities, our economy and our planet.

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