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Course Overview
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Hobart
French St, Hobart, Tasmania (TAS) 7005
Student Information
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Eligibility
Domestic students:
Bachelor of Science (or equivalent course) with at least a minor in Chemistry or equivalent and an average >65% for the chemistry units.
International students:
Admission to most postgraduate coursework courses at the University of Tasmania requires qualifications equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree. Applicants must achieve the required grade in their qualifying studies, meet any prerequisite subjects, and meet English language requirements to be eligible for an offer.
English Language Requirements
For students who do not meet the English Language Requirement through citizenship or prior studies in English in an approved country, evidence of an approved English language test completed within the last 2 years must be provided. See the English Language Requirements page for more information.
English Language Requirements are: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0) or equivalent
Course Specific Requirements
Bachelor of Science (or equivalent course) with at least a minor in Chemistry or equivalent and an average >65% for the chemistry units.
Alternative entry pathways:
Alternate entry pathways will be considered by the course coordinator on a case by case basis. Examples may include documented employment or practice in the discipline or related sub-discipline.
Career & Study Pathways
As a graduate of the Master of Chemistry, you will be highly sought after by industry and research institutions. This degree provides you with a direct pathway to roles as a research scientist or prepares you for advanced research opportunities such as a PhD.
With this qualification, you’ll be ready to take on exciting and impactful roles, such as:
Whether you aspire to make a difference in industry or lead ground-breaking research, this course equips you with the knowledge, skills, and experience to achieve your goals.
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AccreditedCourse Content
Laboratory Techniques and Scientific Reporting
This unit consolidates theoretical and practical skills required for the study of chemistry at a Masters level. Students will gain hands-on experience through a number of synthetic and analytical laboratory experiments, and will gain familiarity with risk assessment procedures, glassware…
Literature Review: Chemistry
In this unit, students conduct a comprehensive analysis and synthesis of literature within a specific Chemistry domain. Under the guidance of an academic supervisor, students will hone their skills in discerning pivotal concepts, trends, and evolutions in their chosen field.…
Research Methods Laboratory Practice
In this unit you will learn the practice of implementing a research project. This involves assessing the risks, resources, and timelines required to undertake a research project in either synthetic/materials OR analytical/environmental chemistry. You will implement the project in the…
Addressing Problems in Chemistry: Planning and Presentation
In this unit, as part of the Masters of Chemistry's theoretical component, you will identify challenges in the chemistry domain, specifically within synthetic or analytical/environmental chemistry, and devise a comprehensive research plan. The course emphasizes regular oral presentations detailing progress,…
Organic and Inorganic Chemistry
You will build on your knowledge introductory chemistry, including organic spectroscopy for the structural identification of organic and inorganic molecules, and the fundamental reactions and concepts central to chemistry for synthesis. Other topics include the synthesis and properties of organic…
Organic and Bioorganic Chemistry
This unit builds on a basic understanding of organic chemistry and chemical reactivity and introduces advanced chemical reactions and the concept of rational synthetic design. The unit also highlights the key reactions in the synthesis of biological molecules and provides…
Catalysis and Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
You will build upon the foundations of inorganic chemistry and be introduced to more advanced concepts and applications. The topics will include bonding and structure and how this influences chemical reactivity. You will also explore how this understanding is applied…
Physical and Analytical Chemistry
This unit builds on general Chemistry knowledge to consolidate the theoretical and practical framework required by students for the Mastery component of the Master of Chemistry and consists of topics in Physical Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry. The Physical Chemistry module…
Environmental Chemistry and Monitoring
Environmental Chemistry and Monitoring utilises the diversity of examples of environmental chemistry in natural, urban and industrial environments within Tasmania to develop an understanding of the sources and fate of chemical contaminants in the environment, and an understanding of the…
Advanced Analytical Techniques
The Advanced Analytical Techniques unit is a specialised module within the broader field of analytical chemistry, designed to immerse students in cutting-edge techniques and applications for qualitative and quantitative analysis. Techniques that will be covered have applications including ensuring…
Chemistry Research Design and Planning
You will design a research project with an academic supervisor and carry out the day-to-day implementation of the project including assessment of safety and collection of data. KRA707 (Chemistry Research Analysis and Presentation) is a co-requisite with this unit. The…
Chemistry Research Analysis and Presentation
You will collate and analyse the data generated in KRA706 (Chemistry Research Design and Planning) which is a co-requisite with this unit. You will also advance their oral communication skills by preparing and presenting preliminary and final research presentations to…
Chemistry Research Thesis A
This unit and KRA709 are the thesis components of the Master of Chemistry. In this unit, as part of the thesis segment for the Master of Chemistry, students will craft a research thesis built upon the experimental findings and analyses…
Chemistry Research Thesis B
This unit and KRA708 are the thesis components of the Master of Chemistry. In this unit, as part of the thesis segment for the Master of Chemistry, students will craft a research thesis built upon the experimental findings and analyses…
Common Questions
Yes, the Master of Teaching at the University of Tasmania is available completely online, which provides flexibility with scheduling and time-management, making it suitable for students with demanding commitments such as full-time work or family responsibilities.
Yes, part-time study is possible. For example, JackJumpers captain Clint Steindl began studying part-time outside of his full-time sporting commitments in 2019, and also uses the basketball off-season to pick up extra units.
Students can specialise in different subject areas for secondary teaching. For instance, Clint Steindl is currently specialising in teaching humanities and social sciences.
Yes, the course includes a professional experience component where students get into the classroom to do real-time teaching, which provides the opportunity to learn on the fly.
Career prospects are strong — employment of secondary school teachers alone is expected to grow by 15.5% between 2019 and 2024, and employment across the broader Australian education and training sector is expected to increase by 12.2% over the next five years.
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