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Course Information

Master of Science (Chemistry)

Effective from 01-JAN-2018 : Code L62

This Masters degree provides opportunities for professionals who wish to add to their qualifications and experience by extending their knowledge in the area of chemistry. The first year consists of coursework and research, while the second year is devoted entirely to research. The coursework component provides training in the skills required to complete high-quality research. The research component consists of the preparation of a research proposal, the completion of a research project, the preparation of a thesis and participation in seminars.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Apply and defend innovative practice to generate and evaluate abstract ideas which contribute to problem solving or the advancement of professional knowledge and/or practice.
2. Communicate relevant disciplinary knowledge and research results, in writing and orally, to be able to make a sustained argument to specialist and non-specialist audiences (using both plain English and a proficiency in the disciplinary language respectively).
3. Critically consider and apply emergent practice principles, including sustainability and global perspectives, relevant to Chemistry.
4. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of research principles and methods through the review and analysis of existing research relevant to work and learning in a relevant field of Chemistry.
5. Demonstrate and reflect on cross-cultural awareness, including Indigenous cultural competence as it applies to research design, research methods and/or professional practice in Chemistry.
6. Demonstrate specialist knowledge and understanding of theory, practice and recent developments applicable to a relevant field of Chemistry.
7. Demonstrate the ability to collaborate and work in team settings, relevant to research or work-integrated projects to produce measurable outcomes.
8. Design, plan apply and evaluate a substantial piece of research, with accountability, which contributes to theory and/or practice in Chemistry.
9. Independently integrate theoretical and technical knowledge to contribute to the development of theory, understanding and practice in Chemistry.
10. Investigate analyse and synthesise complex concepts and problems in a field of Chemistry through the practical application of relevant advanced technologies, recent literature, and quantitative methodologies.
11. Reflect critically on theory and its application to Chemistry.

Admission requirements

Meet the published English language standards and:

• For a 1 year Masters Degree - have completed a Level 8 course in the same discipline; or
• For a 1.5 year Masters Degree - have completed a Level 7 course in the same discipline; or
• For a 1.5 year Masters Degree - have completed a Level 8 course in a different discipline; or
• For a 2 year Masters Degree - have completed a Level 7 course in a different discipline; or
• Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years appropriate professional experience.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to have an undergraduate science degree with a major in Chemistry.

Course Duration

• Full Time: 2 Years
• Part Time: 4 Years

Course Delivery

• Joondalup: Part Time, Full Time

Course Coordinator

Dr Johnny Su Hau LO

Course Structure