Master of Science (Chemistry)
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Master of Science (Chemistry)
Whether it’s harnessing renewable energy sources, next-gen nanotechnology or new medical breakthroughs, chemistry is an ever-present and vital tool for shaping the technologies of the future. The Master of Science (Chemistry) embeds you in one of our cutting-edge chemistry research groups with world-leaders in areas such as molecular analysis, drug…
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Whether it’s harnessing renewable energy sources, next-gen nanotechnology or new medical breakthroughs, chemistry is an ever-present and vital tool for shaping the technologies of the future.
The Master of Science (Chemistry) embeds you in one of our cutting-edge chemistry research groups with world-leaders in areas such as molecular analysis, drug discovery, materials science, sustainable energy and nanotechnology.
Develop your skills with real-world problems
You’ll leave the course with a major research project to feature in your CV. You’ll develop your technical skills and your ability to evaluate and analyse data, while contributing to important scientific research.
If you’d like to gain even more real-world experience, you can choose to complete an internship in a science or technology-related workplace for course credit.
The Master of Science (Chemistry) is a 200-point course, made up of:
- Discipline component (core) subjects (37.5–62.5 points)
- Professional skills subjects (12.5–25 points)
- A research project (125 points)
Career outcomes
Our graduates go on to work as: analytical chemists, environmental chemists, materials chemists, quality assurance analysts, geochemists, physical chemists, pharmaceutical chemists, patent attorneys, organic chemists, nanotechnologists, inorganic chemists, toxicologists, business development managers, secondary school teachers, and food scientists.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Established in 1853, the University of Melbourne enjoys an outstanding reputation with world rankings, consistently being placed as Australia’s leading comprehensive research-intensive university, and is one of the world’s top 50 (as per Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2015 – 2016 and Academic Ranking of World Universities 2015). There are over 80 different undergraduate study areas and over 270 graduate courses at Melbourne for students to choose from. The University has extensive global networks and has seven campus locations across Melbourne and rural Victoria.
Established in 1853, the University of Melbourne enjoys an outstanding reputation with world rankings, consistently being placed as Australia’s leading comprehensive research-intensive university, and is one of the world’s top 50 (as per Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2015 – 2016 and Academic Ranking of World Universities 2015). There are over 80 different undergraduate study areas and over 270 graduate courses at Melbourne for students to choose from. The University has extensive global networks and has seven campus locations across Melbourne and rural Victoria.