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Bachelor of Science (Chemistry)

Chemistry is the study of the molecular nature of all matter and its interactions. The relationship between molecular structure and its properties and reactivity give chemistry an essential, central position in science and technology.

An understanding of chemistry is needed for the full range of technically based disciplines from solid-state physics and astrophysics to molecular biology and the life sciences; from geochemistry and environmental science to engineering and health sciences.

At UOW you will study the fundamentals of Chemistry with an emphasis on molecular structure and activity. You will gain an understanding of how Chemistry impacts on the world around us and you will be able to perform chemical experiments safely and effectively, including organic synthesis. Special topics include spectroscopy, instrumental analysis and nanotechnology.

Mid-year entry for the Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) must be in consultation with the Head of the School. The minimum duration to complete the degree, if the program is commenced mid-year, is 3½ years full-time or part-time equivalent.

Course Structure

Subject Code	Subject Name	Session	Credit Points
100-Level
CHEM101	Chemistry 1A: Introductory Physical and General Chemistry	Autumn	6
or
CHEM104	Foundation Chemistry: Properties of Matter	Autumn	6
Note: Students who have achieved a mark of 65% or more in NSW HSC Chemistry or equivalent must select CHEM101. All other students must select CHEM104.
CHEM102	Chemistry 1B : Structure and Reactivity of Molecules for Life	Spring	6
or
CHEM105	Foundation Chemistry: Reactions and Structures	Spring	6
Summer Session
Only for students who have completed CHEM104 and CHEM105.
CHEM106	Foundation Chemistry: Properties and Reactivity of Matter	Summer	6#
# Note: CHEM106 does NOT count for credit with CHEM105 , but is required for students completing CHEM104 and CHEM105 as pre-requisite subjects for most 200-level CHEM subjects. Completion of CHEM106 does NOT count towards the minimum 144 credit points for this course.
Total for major at 100-level			12
MATH151	General Mathematics 1A (if required)*	Autumn	6
* Note: Students should meet the minimum mathematics requirement before enrolling in CHEM213 - Molecular Structure, Reactivity and Change and/or CHEM214 - Analytical and Environmental Chemistry II
200-Level
CHEM211	Inorganic Chemistry II	Autumn	6
CHEM212	Organic Chemistry II	Autumn	6
CHEM213	Molecular Structure, Reactivity and Change	Spring	6
CHEM214	Analytical and Environmental Chemistry II	Spring	6
Total for major at 200-level			24
300-Level
At least three subjects taken from the following list:
CHEM314	Instrumental Analysis	Autumn	8
CHEM327	Environmental Chemistry	Autumn	8
CHEM364	Molecular Structure and Spectroscopy	Autumn	8
CHEM301	Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology	Spring	8
CHEM320	Bioinformatics: From Genome to Structure	Spring	8
CHEM321	Organic Synthesis and Reactivity	Spring	8
Total for major at 300-level			24
Sub-total for major			60
Plus additional subjects chosen from the Science Schedule			30
Total for major			90
Plus elective subjects chosen from the Science or General Schedules			54
Degree Total			144

Honours

See separate entry for the Bachelor of Science Honours.

Professional Recognition/Accreditation

Completion of this major qualifies graduates for membership of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute.

Other Information

The School offers a third year research subject, CHEM340, to students with a good academic record (usually a credit average or better) who wish to gain experience in research. Entry into this subject is by permission of the Head of School.

Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: smah-students@uow.edu.au

Last reviewed: 2 April, 2014