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 discovery, materials science, sustainable energy and nanotechnology.

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)

In your first-year, you'll likely complete most of your coursework subjects, while beginning work on your major research project.

In your second year, you'll concentrate on your research project, while completing any remaining coursework subjects.

You'll select your elective subjects from a wide range available. Likewise, there's a diverse range of professional skills subjects on offer - choose from a selection that includes modelling, working with data, ethics, business tools, and communication.

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.

All students undertake a research project, over 4 semesters, working on a real-world chemistry research question. To support you and provide direction, you'll be matched with one of our expert researchers.

Our graduates go on to work as: analytical chemists, environmental chemists, materials chemists, quality assurance analysts, geochemists, physical chemists, pharmaceutical chemists, patentattorneys, organic chemists, nanotechnologists, inorganic chemists, toxicologists, business development managers, secondary school teachers, and food scientists.

Employers in this field include:

• Universities and public research institutions such the CSIRO
• Medical research institutes such as the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute and the Florey Institute
• Research hospitals such as the Murdoch Children's Research Institute
• Research-focused companies such as CSL.

Start-year Intake
Timely applications: 30 November 2021

Mid-year Intake
Timely applications: 31 May 2021

Note: Commonwealth Support Places (CSPs) will be allocated in timely application rounds, you will need to have submitted your full application prior to the timely application deadline to ensure you have the best chance to obtain a CSP.