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Chemistry

AustrAliA CHiNA iNdiA itAly MAlAysiA soutH AfriCA

Science

The foundation for all other sciences

Chemistry is the central science that underpins every field of science. Science needs innovative, passionate chemistry graduates who are equipped to tackle the many challenges the world faces in the twenty first century.

In the modern world, developments in areas including medicine, biology, biochemistry, microbiology, physiology, pharmacology, earth sciences and new materials, are increasingly based on molecular properties and interactions, meaning chemistry is assured of continuing its central role.

Solutions to current world problems in the environment, energy resources, waste management and pollution control, as well as progress in medical treatments, new materials, biotechnology, nanotechnology and industrial processes will rely heavily on chemical knowledge and its application.

Why study chemistry at Monash?The Monash University School of Chemistry provides a cutting-edge chemistry education, with established industry relationships and teaching staff who lead the field in research and innovation. Students studying chemistry at Monash have the opportunity to explore a diverse range of areas and applications.

Monash’s School of Chemistry is taking steps to become the driving force in the global shift toward green and sustainable Chemistry. Green Chemical Futures Initiative, encompass innovative teaching, research, and industry engagement to reduce the environmental footprint of the chemical industry.

Visit www.monash.edu/chemistry for more.

ChemistryIf you are interested in a career in chemistry, then Monash is the place to be.

*The Academic Ranking of World Universities (2012)

Ranked Australia’s number one university for chemistry* Monash University is at the forefront of chemistry innovation and research. Chemistry at Monash offers a world-class research environment and enables students to engage in the many facets of this fundamental field of science.

Chemistry at Monash has a broad research base that emphasises the chemistry of sustainability as well as recognised strengths in materials, synthetic, analytical and green chemistry. Our focus is on student learning which is enhanced by our active research culture, industry engagement and community involvement.

We collaborate in a number of projects with other Monash departments and schools, including biochemistry, biological sciences, microbiology and earth sciences.

We also work closely with external parties such as CSIRO (radio-physics, minerals, chemicals

and polymers, wood technology, etc), hospitals (Monash Medical Centre, Royal Melbourne, Royals Women’s), industries (coal, energy, dairy, chemical, biotechnology) and many other chemistry and science departments worldwide.

n Research chemist in a university, government or industrial laboratory

n Teaching at primary, secondary and tertiary level

n Analytical scientist

n Forensic scientist

n Environmental scientist

n Biotechnologist

n Quality control

n Patent attorney

n Materials scientist

n Food scientist

n Industrial chemist

n Science journalist

n Geochemist

n Pharmaceuticals

n Sales and marketing

n Information technology

n Mining

n Waste and resources management

n Occupational health and safety

n Petrochemicals

n Risk management

n Wine and brewing industry

n Hospital or medical laboratories

n Water quality and management

n Toxicology

Our academics are involved in a diverse range of research projects

Studying chemistry at Monash University opens the door to an incredibly diverse range of career options and opportunities.

A degree in chemistry equips graduates with a range of relevant, transferrable skills, including logical thinking, critical analysis, numeracy, data handling and communication.

A solid chemistry education is essential to many science careers.

Approximately 35 per cent of professional chemists are employed in government laboratories, forensic and analytical laboratories, universities and research organisations.

Chemistry graduates are also perfectly equipped to pursue a career outside of science, with many graduates found working in careers such as law, banking, teaching, journalism, communications and politics. With the field of biotechnology expanding rapidly, there are also a huge number of new, exciting roles emerging for chemistry graduates.

Career options include:

n Molecular design and synthesis

n Anti-cancer agents

n Medicinal chemistry

n Development of new materials

n Glasses and polymers

n Bio-spectroscopy

n Fluorescence

n Drug design

n Food chemistry

n Bio-diagnostics

n Forensic analysis

n Analytical chemistry

n Water chemistry and quality

n Energy

n Environmental chemistry

n Bio-organic and bio-inorganic chemistry

n Biotechnology

n Green chemistry

n Chemical education

our focus is on student learning which is enhanced by our active research culture, industry engagement and community involvement.

Diverse, exciting career opportunities

Chemistry research and innovation

n Bachelor of ScienceScience is fundamental to every aspect of human existence and holds the key to solving humanity’s most complex, perplexing questions. Advances in science have enabled us to find the cure for diseases, understand climate change and explore the universe.

This three year degree provides a comprehensive science education and equips graduates for employment in both the public and private sectors. The transferrable skills and methodology developed while studying the Bachelor of Science provides a springboard to any career where critical thinking, the ability to analyse and investigate new information, a commitment to lifelong learning and evidence-based decision making are valued.

High-achieving Bachelor of Science students can also incorporate Honours into their course.

n Bachelor of Science Advanced (Research)

With its focus on world-class scientific research, this course offers an advanced level honours qualification and will elevate you into the top echelon of young Australian scientists. It’s the perfect platform to specialise in a field you are passionate about and, if you choose, to transition into postgraduate research studies. Research studies – a central feature – begin early in your course and lead to a full year of honours studies. You will gain advanced research skills in an area of science as well as competence in generic skills that will improve your employability across a broad range of exciting careers.

Taking part in ground-breaking research is a fundamental part of this degree. Graduates will have the skills to transition smoothly into postgraduate research or study, or gain employment with a research focus.

n Bachelor of Science Advanced (Global Challenges)

In 2014, Monash University will accept students into a ground breaking, exciting new course: the Bachelor of Science Advanced (Global Challenges), the only course of its kind in Australia.

This unique course is focussed on developing future leaders- graduates who will use their fascination with science to make a tangible difference in the world, translate their knowledge into action and inspire change, discovery and innovation.

In addition to core science subjects, you will also study leadership, communication and entrepreneurship. You will develop a start-up business and undertake two internships, one of which is international. The summit of your experiences will be a year-long project. You will work with your peers and in partnership with an external organisation to tackle an issue of real global significance.

The course content for the Bachelor of Science Advanced (Global Challenges) is designed to ensure you graduate with an Honours degree and with strong science skills complemented by a range of real-world experiences and a supportive mentor network.

n Bachelor of Environmental Science

Students with a strong interest in chemistry may also be interested in studying environmental science, an area in which knowledge of chemistry is essential in tackling solutions to global environmental issues.

n Bachelor of BiotechnologyThe Bachelor of Biotechnology has a strong chemistry focus. Biotechnology depends on the ability to manipulate chemical structures. It is a relatively new and fast-developing field that integrates knowledge from several traditional sciences: biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, and chemical engineering.

n Double DegreesWithin the Faculty of Science it is also possible to combine a science major with many different disciplines as part of a double degree, including the following:n Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Lawn Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of

Engineeringn Bachelor of Science/Commercen Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Educationn Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts

It is also possible to combine a chemistry major with many other subjects and units offered by the faculty. Combining chemistry with biosciences, earth sciences, physics, mathematics or materials science further broadens your career opportunities.

For more information, visit monash.edu/science/future

Students wanting to study chemistry at Monash have a range of options, including the Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science Advanced (Research), Bachelor of Science Advanced (Global Challenges) or the Bachelor of Environmental Science. Chemistry units can also be taken as part of a double degree.

Courses

Our journey to become leaders in the global shift towards green and sustainable chemistry starts with us, which is why we’re building a Green Chemical Futures hub right here on campus.

Located in the North West Precinct, Green Chemical Futures will unify teaching, research, and industry in one location.

The building will be a fresh and engaging academic environment, where students can collaborate with their peers, academics, and industry professionals. We will create a vibrant home where students come not only to learn, but to network and socialise.

It will be the heart of forward-thinking in chemical science, with each level inviting students and researchers to explore possibilities and stretch their mind, marrying learning with innovation in the same building.

The lower levels of the building will house innovative teaching and collaborative learning spaces, moving away from traditional lecture halls in favour of inviting spaces that encourage active learning and creative problem-solving in smaller groups. State-of-the-art research laboratories and transitional facilities will be located on the upper levels.

Monash Science students and academics will have access to:

n Collaborative learning spaces

n Sophisticated laboratories and research facilities

n The latest equipment and resources

n A lectorial-style learning space

n Wireless technology

n Industry engagement spaces

n Visual interconnection and interaction.

The Monash University Faculty of Science is regenerating. The future starts here.

Visit www.monash.edu/science for more information about the new facilities on offer in Chemistry at Monash.

Chemistry at Monash is evolving

A degree in chemistry equips graduates with a range of relevant, transferrable skills.

Green Chemical Futures

Level oneLevel-one chemistry is an introductory year emphasising the fundamental and central role chemistry plays in science.

The mainstream chemistry units CHM1011/CHM1022 are suitable for students with an understanding of chemistry as well as those relatively new to the subject, while the advanced chemistry units CHM1051/CHM1052 have been designed for students who have demonstrated a strong aptitude for chemistry during their VCE studies.

The concepts delivered in lectures are reinforced within the workshops and tutorials and these are strengthened through a comprehensive laboratory program. Students are given the

opportunity to design their own experiments to solve a range of chemical problems and develop sound analytical techniques.

Level twoVarious units are available to students pursuing professional training in chemistry and to those requiring a strong chemistry background for other science, engineering or biomedical science disciplines. ‘Synthetic Chemistry I’, and ‘Spectroscopy and Analytical Chemistry’ are recommended units for students intending to major in chemistry.

Level threeThe level-three units allow students to develop specialist knowledge in interest areas. Students intending to continue chemistry at the honours

level are required to complete two of the following four units – Advanced Physical Chemistry or Advanced Analytical Chemistry and Advanced Organic Chemistry or Advanced Inorganic Chemistry. Research projects are incorporated into the laboratory program to provide advanced laboratory skills, and for students undertaking a significant amount of chemistry, a full research project unit is available.

Level four – HonoursThe honours year is offered to students who have achieved excellence in chemistry at level three. The major component is an advanced research project. Two John Swan scholarships are offered on a competitive basis to provide support to the most promising honours students.

Our chemistry unitsEach unit = 6 points, minor = 24 points, major = 48 points

Level one

CHM1011 CHM1022

Chemistry I Chemistry II

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CHM1051 CHM1052

Chemistry I Advanced Chemistry II Advanced

Level two

CHM2911* Synthetic Chemistry I

CHM2922* Spectroscopy and Analytical Chemistry

CHM2942 Synthetic Chemistry II

CHM2951 Environmental Chemistry – Water

CHM2962 Food Chemistry

CHM2990 Introductory Chemical Research Project

Level three

CHM3911* Advanced Physical Chemistry

CHM3922* Advanced Organic Chemistry

CHM3941* Advanced Inorganic Chemistry

CHM3952* Advanced Analytical Chemistry

CHM3180 Materials Chemistry

CHM3930 Medicinal Chemistry

CHM3960 Environmental Chemistry

CHM3972 Sustainable Chemistry

CHM3990 Applied Chemistry Project

Students with a total of 24 points of third-year chemistry, an average distinction grade, plus the required units (*must complete one of CHM3911/52 and CHM3922/41 to be eligible), can choose to do an honours year.

Level four – Honours

Advanced research project (75%) and coursework (25%)

Further informationProfessor Steven Langford School of Chemistry, Monash University Wellington Road, Clayton Victoria 3800, Australia

Telephone +61 3 9905 4569 Email: steven.langford@monash.edu www.monash.edu/chemistry

General career information can be found by visiting the future students section on the Faculty of Science website www.monash.edu/science

Details of courses are provided in the Monash University Undergraduate Handbook and online at www.monash.edu/pubs/handbooks

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www.monash.edu/chemistryDisclaimer: Monash University reserves the right to alter information, procedures, fees and regulations contained in this document. Please check the Monash University website for updates (www.monash.edu). All information reflects prescriptions, policy and practice in force at time of publication. July 2013.

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Studying chemistry starts at level one, with a general introduction to chemistry and, as you progress, becomes increasingly specialised. You may consider undertaking an honours year as part of your chemistry education, giving you the opportunity to be part of a research group studying a significant problem. We encourage all our students to set their sights on undertaking an honours degree, as this will greatly increase your employment potential.

Route to becoming a professional chemist