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Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Chemical Sciences)

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Build on the knowledge and skills you developed in your science degree and discover your potential for postgraduate study by enrolling in a Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Chemical Sciences). You will develop essential skills in:

  • working independently
  • critical analysis of information
  • problem-solving
  • devising, designing and conducting experimental work
  • written and oral communication

Course Essentials

How to apply

We are currently accepting applications for this course. Applications close on 25 January 2013

Methods of applying:

  • You can apply direct to VU

Please note that part-time study may not be available at all campuses.

Already a VU student?

You can transfer into this course through our internal transfer process.

For more info contact the
College of Engineering and Science

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Careers

  • analytical or research chemist in a range of fields including pharmaceuticals, food, polymers and forensics

Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.

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Course Objectives

(for SHBT, SHFT and SHCB) An Honours program is available in each of the degree specialisations. The aim of the honours program is to provide a course of advanced study at a fourth year level which builds on the knowledge and skills developed at degree level, and to prepare students for postgraduate research by developing skills in: working independently, critical analysis of information, problem-solving, devising, designing and conducting experimental work and written and oral communication

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Units and electives

The courses are offered on a full-time basis over one year or equivalent if on a part-time basis. Entry to the Honours program for the Conservation Biology and Environmental Management specialisation can be either at the beginning of the academic year (February) or at a mid-year intake (July) to allow for field-based research with seasonal limitations.

Year 1

Semester 1

Semester 2

Part Time students enrol in RCS4610 over 2 semesters (24 credit points each semester)

The course consists of advanced coursework and a research thesis. Assessment will be based on written assignments, seminar presentations, a written examination and the research thesis.

Coursework assessment will be based on seminar presentations, written assignments and examination.

What's a unit?

A unit or 'subject' is the actual class you'll attend in the process of completing a course.

Most courses have a mixture of compulsory 'core' units that you need to take, and optional 'elective' units that you can choose to take based on your area of interest, expertise or experience.

Credits

Each unit is worth a set amount of study credits based on the amount of time you study. Generally, 1 credit is equal to 1 hour of study per week.

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Admission Information

  • Year 12:

    To qualify for entry to the honours program, applicants must hold a degree or equivalent with major studies in a relevant discipline and should normally have obtained a 'credit' average, or equivalent, in the final year of the degree. Applicants must also have an approved project and supervisor prior to admission to the course.

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How to apply for this course

We are currently accepting applications for this course.

You can apply direct to VU. Applications close on 25 January 2013.

When you're ready to apply:

  1. Read the Advice to applicants (contains details about how to apply for your course, extra requirements, what happens when you submit your application and other important information).
  2. Complete the Higher education direct entry application form.
  3. As part of the application you may need to complete extra requirements such as:
    • submit supplementary forms
    • attend an interview, audition, information session or workshop
    • submit a folio
    • sit a test

Details about extra requirements are available from the College of Engineering and Science.

You need to complete all extra requirements by the given dates, otherwise your application may not be considered.

Transferring between VU courses

Want to transfer into this course from another VU course? Complete the Victoria University internal course application form and check whether you need to complete any extra requirements, listed above.

You can also contact us directly:

  • Ring us on +61 3 9919 6100
  • Find answers and ask questions at GOTOVU

Get in touch

Contact us to discuss your course options:

Ring us on +61 3 9919 6100

Find answers and ask questions at GOTOVU

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Information about course fees, articulation and credit transfer, recognition of prior learning, admission and enrolment procedures, examinations, and services available to students can be accessed on the University’s website or by contacting the University directly on +61 3 9919 6100.

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