What will I learn?

There is currently a high demand for graduates in Medicinal Chemistry. The Master of Medicinal Chemistry degree provides vocational training, together with specialised coursework and a small research project. Additional preparatory subjects focus on laboratory work and science communication skills. It provides an alternative career path to PhD studies or up skilling for industry. This degree is designed through the lens of global perspectives in science where you will also be exposed to emerging technologies such as the use of drones, artificial intelligence AI, coding and virtual reality (google VR) in science data collection and analysis during your first year core subjects. The program also integrates your graduate work practice skills to allow you to translate your skills into career ready attributes.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health

CRICOS

097263G

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees

A$37,776.00 (US$ 24,895) per year

Accommodation- Shared 2-bed apartment, Wollongong & UOW area (own room)- Total cost ( per person, per week)- 535

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

Expected December 2025

More details

Start date

March 2025

Venue

Wollongong Campus

Northfields Avenue,

UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG,

New South Wales,

2522, WOLLONGONG, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

A recognised Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry or medicinal chemistry, including at least 24cp (or equivalent) of third-year chemistry and at least second-year biology and biochemistry or equivalent.

English Requirements

IELTS Academic Overall Score of 6.5, reading 6.0, writing 6.0, listening 6.0, speaking 6.0; TOEFL (Internet-based) score of 86, reading 18, writing 18, listening 17, speaking 17; PTE Academic overall score of 62 All bands 54

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.