- Students are to follow the requirements of the Handbook for the year they commenced the course.
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Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) | 2019
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
On successful completion of this major students will be able to:
- 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
To qualify for award of the degree, the Bachelor of Science (Chemistry), a candidate must successfully complete at least 144 credit points in accordance with the table below.
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | |||
| Autumn | |||
| 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 2019/2019 |
| Total for major at Year 1 | 12 | ||
| MATH151 | General Mathematics 1A | 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 | |||
| Year 2 | |||
| 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 Year 2 | 24 | ||
| Year 3 | |||
| At least FOUR subjects from the following list: | |||
| CHEM324 | Chemical Analysis and Inference | 6 | Autumn |
| CHEM337 | Environmental Chemistry | 6 | Autumn |
| CHEM374 | Molecular Spectroscopy and Structure Elucidation | 6 | Autumn |
| CHEM370 | Modern Inorganic and Bio-inorganic Chemistry | 6 | Spring |
| CHEM325 | Bioinformatics:Genome, Genes and Biomolecules | 6 | Spring |
| CHEM360 | Organic Synthesis III | 6 | Spring |
| Total for major at Year 3 | 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 | ||
Please click the subject codes in the above table for information on sessions of offer for each subject at different locations. For information regarding timetables, tutorials, and classes please the visit the Timetables and Classes page.
The School offers a third year research subject, CHEM341, 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).
Entry Requirements and Credit Arrangements
Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the Course Finder.
Professional Recognition/Accreditation
Completion of this major qualifies graduates for membership of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute.
Other Information
For further information please email: smah-students@uow.edu.au