- Students are to follow the requirements of the Handbook for the year they commenced the course.
However, the subject links below do not contain the subject information for the current year. You can view current subject information through the new Course Handbook.
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. An understanding of chemistry is needed in many technical disciplines, including solid-state physics, astrophysics, engineering, molecular biology, various health sciences, geochemistry and environmental science.
Major Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate extensive and coherent knowledge of the principles and concepts associated with chemistry.
- Demonstrate technical and cognitive skills associated with chemistry by locating, analysing and synthesising information to generate solutions to complex questions and problems.
- Exercise critical analysis of observations and data from primary and secondary sources.
- Communicate knowledge and ideas clearly and coherently to others through a variety of media.
Course Structure
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100-Level | |||
| Select ONE of the following two subjects: | |||
| 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. | |||
| CHEM101 | Chemistry IA: Introductory Physical and General Chemistry | 6 | Autumn |
| CHEM104 | Foundation Chemistry: Properties of Matter | 6 | Autumn |
| Spring | |||
| Select ONE of the following two subjects: | |||
| CHEM102 | Chemistry 1B: Structure and Reactivity of Molecules for Life | 6 | Spring |
| CHEM105 | Foundation Chemistry: Reactions and Structures | 6 | Spring |
| Summer | |||
| Only for students who have completed CHEM104 and CHEM105. | |||
| CHEM106 | Foundation Chemistry: Properties and Reactivity of Matter#^ | 6 | Summer |
| # 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)* | 6 | Autumn |
| * 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 | 6 | Autumn |
| CHEM212 | Organic Chemistry II | 6 | Autumn |
| CHEM213 | Molecular Structure, Reactivity and Change | 6 | Spring |
| CHEM214 | Analytical and Environmental Chemistry | 6 | Spring |
| Total for major at 200-level | 24 | ||
| 300-Level | |||
| At least THREE subjects from the following list: | |||
| CHEM314 | Instrumental Analysis | 8 | Autumn |
| CHEM327 | Environmental Chemistry | 8 | Autumn |
| CHEM364 | Molecular Structure and Spectroscopy | 8 | Autumn |
| CHEM301 | Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology | 8 | Spring |
| CHEM320 | Bioinformatics: From Genome to Structure | 8 | Spring |
| CHEM321 | Organic Synthesis and Reactivity | 8 | Spring |
| 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 | ||
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.
Honours
See separate entry for the Bachelor of Science (Honours).
Credit Arrangements
Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.
Professional Recognition/Accreditation
Completion of this major qualifies graduates for membership of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute.
Other Information
Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: smah-students@uow.edu.au