Study Master of Science (Chemistry) at The University of Melbourne in Australia, Faculty of Science
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Master of Science (Chemistry)

Australia

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What will I learn?

The Master of Science (Chemistry) embeds you in one of our cutting-edge chemistry research groups with world-leaders in areas such as molecular analysis, drug discovery, materials science, sustainable energy and nanotechnology. You’ll leave the course with a major research project to feature in your CV. You'll develop your technical skills and your ability to evaluate and analyse data, while contributing to important scientific research. If you’d like to gain even more real-world experience, you can choose to complete an internship in a science or technology-related workplace for course credit. Your research experience might inspire you to continue to a PhD, or you can put your analytical and communication skills to use in the global workforce, alongside many of our alumni.Career outcomesOur graduates go on to work as: analytical chemists, environmental chemists, materials chemists, quality assurance analysts, geochemists, physical chemists, pharmaceutical chemists, patentattorneys, organic chemists, nanotechnologists, inorganic chemists, toxicologists, business development managers, secondary school teachers, and food scientists.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Science

CRICOS

094594B

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
A$64,640.00 (US$ 42,599) per year

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

Start date

July 2027

Venue

Parkville Campus

Grattan Street,

Parkville,

Victoria,

3010, Melbourne, Australia

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
A$64,640.00 (US$ 42,599) per year

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

Start date

March 2027

Venue

Parkville Campus

Grattan Street,

Parkville,

Victoria,

3010, Melbourne, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

To be considered for entry into this course, you must have: An undergraduate degree in chemistry (or equivalent) with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 65% (or equivalent) in the best 50 points of appropriate discipline studies at third year, AND At least 25 credit points (two subjects) of third-year university-level chemistry subjects, of which 12.5 credit points (one subject) must be practical-based. English language requirements:

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

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The University of Melbourne offers unparalleled industry-integrated teaching and learning to set students up for success.

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