Chemistry

COURSES OFFERED

The following postgraduate courses are available:

1. Doctor of Philosophy
2. Honours Master of Science (Chemistry) by Research
3. Honours Master of Science (Medicinal Chemistry) by Research and Coursework
4. Master of Science (Chemistry)
5. Master of Science (Medicinal Chemistry)
6. Graduate Diploma in Science


CURRENT RESEARCH AREAS
The following areas of research are available to candidates undertaking the Honours Master of Science degree by research and the Doctor of Philosophy degree:

Synthetic Organic/Heterocyclic and Medicinal Chemistry
Bio-Active Natural Products
NMR Studies of Peptides and Proteins
Atmospheric Chemistry
Atmospheric FTIR Spectroscopy
Medicinal Chemistry and Organic Synthetic Methodology
Use of Chiral Conducting Polymers and Organometallic Reagents in Asymmetric Synthesis
Analytical/Environmental Chemistry
Model Compounds of Metalloproteins
Physical Chemistry and Food Chemistry
Asymmetric Synthesis of Bioactive Molecules and Pharmaceuticals
Inorganic Chemistry Research
Mass spectrometry to biological molecules
Cataract: Lens Biochemistry and Post-Translational Protein Modification
Intelligent Polymer Research
Ultraviolet Radiation
Chemical Education Studies


1. DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY

Students complete a major thesis and undertake a research project arranged in consultation with the appropriate member of staff and approved by the Head of Department before enrolment. PhD theses must make a major original contribution to scientific knowledge in the chosen area of research. This degree requires at least three years full-time (or equivalent part-time) and carries a weighting of 48 credit points per year.

Candidates enrol in the subject CHEM920.

Entry requirements
Honours degree in a relevant discipline at Class II, Division 2 or higher (or equivalent). Students wishing to enter this degree with qualifications below this standard will normally be required to complete successfully 48 credit points (one year) of coursework.


2. HONOURS MASTER OF SCIENCE (CHEMISTRY) BY RESEARCH

Introduction and Objectives
Over the past decade there have been many rapid advances in Chemistry, particularly in chemical instrumentation. Techniques and applications now in common use did not exist five years ago. Therefore it is essential for Chemistry graduates to be aware of at least some of these new developments. Courses provide for the specific needs and interests of applicants from both industry and education, as well as for students wishing to obtain experience in a modern research program.

Structure of the Course
By research only: for students entering with Honours Class II, Division 2 or better. These students will undertake a 48 credit point research project (one year).

By a combination of research and coursework: for students entering with a degree below Honours Class II, Division 2, ie. a 48 credit point research project plus a further 48 credit points of coursework (two years).

The 48 credit points of coursework (if required) consists of the following three subjects:

Entry to the Course
Honours degree in Chemistry at Class II, Division 2 or higher (or equivalent). Students wishing to enter this degree with qualifications below this standard must successfully complete an additional 48 credit points (one year) of coursework.

Pre-requisites
The minimum pre-requisite for all subjects is that the student must have graduated with at least 24 credit points of 300-level Chemistry subjects.

Articulation
This course may articulate to a PhD with the approval of the Head of Department.

3. HONOURS MASTER OF SCIENCE (Medicinal Chemistry)

Introduction and Objectives
The course provides vocational and extended research training in medicinal chemistry, an area where there is currently a high demand for graduates. The first year of the program consists of special coursework in medicinal chemistry followed in the second year by the opportunity to undertake a full-time research project in medicinal chemistry.

Structure of the Course
Students complete 96 credit points over two years (or equivalent part-time).

Entry to the Course
A Bachelor of Science or the appropriate science-related degree is required with enrolment subject to approval of the Head of Department.

Articulation
This course may articulate to a PhD with the approval of the Head of Department.

4. MASTER OF SCIENCE (CHEMISTRY)

Introduction and Objectives
The objectives of this course are similar to those of the Honours Master of Science above. It is designed for applicants from industry and education and for students who wish to proceed beyond the 3 year pass degree but for whom the research component of the Honours degree is inappropriate.

Structure
This is a 48 credit point coursework degree in which students do the three subjects, CHEM910 Advanced Topics in Chemistry, CHEM915 Advanced Chemistry Laboratory Project and CHEM918 Chemistry Report in accordance with the Pass Master Degree Rules.

Entry to the Course
Students must consult the Departmental Head for approval of overall entry.

Pre-requisites
The minimum pre-requisite is that the student must have graduated with at least 24 credit points of 300-level Chemistry subjects.

5. MASTER OF SCIENCE (Medicinal Chemistry)

Introduction and Objectives
The course provides vocational training in medicinal chemistry, an area where there is currently a high demand for graduates. The program consists of special coursework in medicinal chemistry and a small research project.

Structure
Students complete 48 credit points of coursework over one year (or equivalent part-time) by enrolling the following three subjects:

Entry to the Course
A Bachelor of Science or the appropriate science-related degree is required with enrolment subject to approval of the Head of Department.

Articulation
This course articulates to an Honours Master of Science (Medicinal Chemistry).

6. GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN SCIENCE

Introduction and Objectives
This one year Graduate Diploma is designed principally as a Masters Qualifying course for students who have an inadequate preparation for direct entry into our MSc degree programs. It will be found useful by international students and by students either without a full major in Chemistry at undergraduate level or who completed their first degree some years ago.

Entry to the Course
Students must consult with the Departmental Head for approval of overall entry. The particular combination of subjects to be taken by each student will be decided after discussion with the Head and will take into account the student's specific background and needs.

Subjects to the value of 48 credit points chosen from the following list in consultation with the Head of the Department of Chemistry. The Departmental Head may also nominate other subject(s) deemed appropriate.

Articulation
This course may articulate to a Master of Science/Master of Science (Honours) course with approval of the Head of Department.