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Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) | 2020
Chemistry is the study of the molecular nature of all matter and its interactions. The relationship between molecular structures and their properties and reactivity give chemistry an essential, central position in science and technology. Chemistry is central to making new medicines, developing new materials and fuels as well as understanding biological processes at the molecular scale. It also plays a critical role in ensuring we have clean air and water through the study of environmental chemistry and the development of green chemical manufacturing processes.
At UOW you will study the fundamentals of Chemistry with an emphasis on molecular structure and activity across the areas of physical, analytical, medicinal, biological and synthetic chemistry in our state-of-the-art laboratories. The combination of practical laboratory skills and conceptual skills gained will give you transferable skills across a number of disciplines and career areas, including the pharmaceutical/biotech industry, management and public policy. The degree will provide you a deep understanding of chemical processes intrinsic to biological processes, atmospheric and environmental chemistry, and the structure and function of pharmaceuticals.
At the completion of the degree, students who have met the required academic standard may enrol in the Bachelor of Science (Honours), subject to approval of the Head of School. See separate entry for the Bachelor of Science (Honours).
Major Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this major, students will be able to:
| MLO | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Demonstrate extensive and coherent knowledge of the principles and concepts associated with chemistry | ||||||
| 2 | Demonstrate technical and cognitive skills associated with chemistry by locating, analysing and synthesising information to generate solutions to complex questions and problems | ||||||
| 3 | Exercise critical analysis of observations and data from primary and secondary sources | ||||||
| 4 | Communicate knowledge and ideas clearly and coherently to others through a variety of media | ||||||
| 5 | Apply chemical concepts to problems that extend beyond the discipline, identifying the relevance of chemistry to wider scientific endeavours | ||||||
| 6 | Demonstrate a capacity for working independently as well as in a team environment in a science context | ||||||
| 7 | Uphold principles of safe work and ethical behaviour in both professional practice and wider society | ||||||
Course Structure
To qualify for award of the degree, the Bachelor of Science (Chemistry), a candidate must successfully complete at least 144 credit points, comprised of 78 credit points of core and 66 credit points of electives.
Note:
- Students may use the elective space below to complete a minor study from the general schedule. For more information please see below
- Students completing a double degree are required to complete core subjects below, and electives (if any) required to bring the total to 90 credit point
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Autumn | |||
| When selecting 100- level subjects students should note the pre-requisites required for the 200-level subjects they wish to take | |||
| SCII101 | Global Challenges in Science | 6 | Autumn |
| MATH151 | General Mathematics 1A | 6 | Autumn, Summer 2020/2021 |
| *MATH151 MUST be completed by all students who have note completed NSW HSC Mathematics or equivalent at Band 4 or higher | |||
| 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 in Autumn and CHEM102 in Spring. All other students must select CHEM104 in Autumn and CHEM105 in Spring. | |||
| CHEM101 | Chemistry IA: Introductory Physical and General Chemistry | 6 | Autumn |
| CHEM104 | Foundation Chemistry: Properties of Matter | 6 | Autumn |
| Plus 6 credit points (students required to do MATH151) or 12 credit points (if not required to do MATH161) of elective subjects from the General Elective Schedule, Science Schedule. | |||
| Year 1 Spring | |||
| BIOL103 | Molecules, Cells and Organisms | 6 | 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 |
| Note: Students who have completed CHEM104 and CHEM105 must also complete CHEM106 in order to enrol in CHEM211, CHEM212 and CHEM213 | |||
| CHEM106 | Foundation Chemistry: Properties and Reactivity of Matter | 6 | Summer 2020/2021 |
| Plus 6 credit points if doing CHEM106 or 12 credit points (if not required to do CHEM106) of elective subjects from the General Elective Schedule, Science Schedule or from the list of suggested subjects below: | |||
| BIOL104 | Evolution, Biodiversity and Environment | 6 | Autumn |
| BIOL105 | Functional Biology of Animals and Plants | 6 | Autumn |
| EESC101 | Planet Earth | 6 | Autumn |
| MEDI100 | Human Structure and Function | 6 | Autumn |
| PHYS141 | Fundamentals of Physics A | 6 | Autumn |
| PHYS154 | Energy, Climate Change and Human Society | 6 | Autumn |
| MATH187 | Mathematics 1: Algebra and Differential Calculus | 6 | Autumn |
| MEDI112 | Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology II | 6 | Spring |
| PHYS142 | Fundamentals of Physics B | 6 | Spring |
| MATH188 | Mathematics 2: Series and Integral Calculus | 6 | Spring |
| PHYS155 | Introduction to Biomedical Physics | 6 | Spring |
| *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 Autumn | |||
| When selecting 200- level subjects students should note the pre-requisites required for the 300 level subjects they wish to take | |||
| CHEM211 | Inorganic Chemistry II | 6 | Autumn |
| CHEM212 | Organic Chemistry II | 6 | Autumn |
| Plus 12 credit points of elective subjects from the General Elective Schedule, Science Schedule or from the list of suggested subjects below | |||
| BIOL213 | Principles of Biochemistry | 6 | Autumn |
| CRLP200 | Career Ready Learning & Practice | 6 | Autumn, Spring, Summer 2020/2021 |
| Year 2 Spring | |||
| CHEM213 | Molecular Structure, Reactivity and Change | 6 | Spring |
| CHEM214 | Analytical and Environmental Chemistry | 6 | Spring |
| Plus 12 credit points of elective subjects from the General Elective Schedule, Science Schedule or from the list of suggested subjects below | |||
| BIOL214 | The Biochemistry of Energy and Metabolism | 6 | Spring |
| CRLP200 | Career Ready Learning & Practice | 6 | Autumn, Spring, Summer 2020/2021 |
| Year 3 Autumn | |||
| CHEM324 | Chemical Analysis and Inference | 6 | Autumn |
| CHEM374 | Molecular Spectroscopy and Structure Elucidation | 6 | Autumn |
| Plus 12 credit points of elective subjects from the General Elective Schedule, Science Schedule or from the list of suggested subjects below | |||
| CHEM337 | Environmental Chemistry | 6 | Autumn |
| SCIP300 | Advanced Chemistry and Molecular Bioscience Project | 6 | Autumn, Spring, Summer 2020/2021 |
| CHEM358 | Pharmacology | 6 | Autumn |
| Year 3 Spring | |||
| CHEM370 | Modern Inorganic and Bio-inorganic Chemistry | 6 | Spring |
| CHEM360 | Organic Synthesis III | 6 | Spring |
| SCII302 | Science Interdisciplinary Project | 6 | Spring |
| Plus 6 credit points of elective subjects from the General Elective Schedule, Science Schedule or from the list of suggested subjects below: | |||
| CHEM325 | Bioinformatics:Genome, Genes and Biomolecules | 6 | Spring |
Minors
Students are encouraged to consider taking a Minor study as part of the BSc program. Inclusion of a minor in support of your major area of study allows you to broaden your view, knowledge and expertise while specialising in areas of interest.
Details on Minors can be found at 2020 Schedule of Minors
Options include (but not limited to): Earth and Environmental Science, Geoscience, Physical Geography, Archaeology, Biochemistry, Biodiversity, Ecology, Molecular Biology, Geology and Marine biology.
A selection of research internships or project-based subjects may also be available to high-achieving students wishing to complement their coursework with research projects. Entry into these subjects requires approval from the Head of School.
Honours
See separate entry for the Bachelor of Science (Honours).
Other Information
For further information please email: smah-students@uow.edu.au