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University of Southern Queensland (USQ)

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Graduate Certificate of Science (Chemistry)

  • Graduate Certificate

If you have already completed a bachelor degree and wish to enhance your professional skills in chemistry, then the Graduate Certificate in Science (Chemistry) is for you.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Study Mode
In person, Online
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Fees
$4,148 per year

About this course

Overview
  • If you have already completed a bachelor degree and wish to enhance your professional skills in chemistry, then the Graduate Certificate in Science (Chemistry) is for you.
  • You can choose four courses (subjects) to match your interests and combine chemistry courses with other science discipline to suit your career goals.
  • Explore chemical equations and reactions, thermodynamics, atomic theory, chemical bonding and structure, and concepts of physical, inorganic and organic chemistry. You will also learn fundamental ethics and research skills.
Further study

This qualification is also ideal for those wishing to move into further study. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate of Science, you have the ability to move into the Graduate Diploma of Science.

Thinking of studying in 2024? UniSQ will be delivering flexible new ways of teaching, with different calendar offerings, making the balance of study and life easier. Read more in our new academic calendar FAQs.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements
  • 3-year bachelor degree from an Australian university or equivalent.
  • or
  • equivalent professional work experience, as determined through the Credit and Exemption procedure.
English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

UniSQ offers a number of bachelor degrees for you to study to help you meet the entry requirements for your chosen degree.

Study locations

Toowoomba

External

Distance

Online

Course structure

Degree structure

To complete this degree students must complete 4 units. Most courses (similar to 'subjects') are valued at 1 unit.

Courses to be studied Units 4 x specialisation courses 4 Total 4

Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for courses to be studied and recommended enrolment patterns.

Residential schools

If you are enrolled in the External study mode in this degree, you will have the opportunity to come on-campus for residential schools, where you will attend face-to-face lectures and tutorials, use the facilities and meet staff and other students.

How to apply

How to apply

Complete your online application directly to UniSQ.

The closing dates for applying directly to UniSQ are:

  • Semester 1, 2023 - applications close on 20 February and the Semester 1 study period commences on Monday 20 February, 2023.
  • Semester 2, 2023 - applications close on 10 July and the Semester 2 study period commences on Monday 10 July, 2023.

The closing dates for applying directly to UniSQ are:

  • Trimester 1, 2024 - applications close 22 January 2024 and the Trimester 1 study period starts on 22 January 2024.
  • Trimester 2, 2024 - applications close 13 May 2024 and the Trimester 2 study period starts on 13 May 2024.

More information on applying key dates is available.

Further information

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Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Science & Mathematics courses at University of Southern Queensland (USQ).
82.6%
Overall satisfaction
78.3%
Skill scale
59.4%
Teaching scale
84.4%
Employed full-time
$85k
Average salary