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Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical) with Bachelor of Mathematical and Computer Sciences

Campus North Terrace Campus

Degree Type Double Degree

Duration 5 years full-time or part-time equiv.

SATAC Code 314871

2010
ATAR 81.15

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  • Program Outline

    This double degree program provides students with the flexibility to study Chemical Engineering and a range of mathematics, statistics and computer science courses.

    Chemical engineering involves the systematic design, development and operation of process systems for the extraction, transformation and recovery of materials. It is a key engineering discipline, which combines knowledge of basic chemistry and mathematics with engineering principles and real world economic considerations. The scale of operation varies from small to very large, and a principal feature of chemical engineering is the translation of laboratory-scale research results to large-scale commercial production.

    Chemical engineering is the discipline that sustains and improves a range of industries as diverse as food processing, petrochemicals, ceramics, petroleum refining, primary metals, plastics, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, glass and specialty chemicals.

    Students may choose to combine Chemical Engineering with Mathematical and Computer Sciences as it will strengthen their skills in mathematics, statistics and computing. Combining this engineering program with a strong mathematics program such as this, will provide an opportunity for research and enhanced employment prospects. 

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  • Admission and Fee Information

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    Domestic applicants

    Not a domestic applicant?

    SATAC Code 314871
    2010 CSP ATAR 81.15
    2010 CSP IB 31
    Annual tuition fees
    Commonwealth-supported place: $7,756
    Mid-year entry? Only if prerequisites to core subjects have been completed
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria
    Year 12 applicants
    You must not have completed more than 4 years full time equivalent university study (96 units). You compete for a place with your Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
    Prerequisites
    SACE Stage 2: Mathematical Studies, Physics plus one of Specialist Mathematics or Chemistry.

    IB: either Mathematics (HL grade 3) and Physics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3); or, Chemistry (SL grade 4/HL grade 3), Physics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3) & Mathematics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3)

    Midyear applicants must also have completed SACE Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics, or Mathematics 1MA (or equivalent) to allow enrolment in Mathematics 1A in Semester 2. To ensure that you meet the entry requirements, contact the Student Centre.
    Assumed Knowledge
    SACE Stage 2 Chemistry

    Alternative entry pathways
    • Higher Education applicants
      You must have completed at least half a year full time equivalent higher education study. A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA.
    • VET applicants
      You must have completed an AQF Diploma or above. Your application will be ranked according to the level of the award.
    • Special Entry applicants
      You must be 18 years or over before February 1st of the year that you will be studying. If you have studied a higher education program within the last two years, you must not have studied more than 2 years full-time equivalent in that program and you must not hold a completed higher education level award. If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Personal Competencies (PC) and Employment Experience (EE) statements may also contribute to your rank. If you submit a PC or EE statement, and one of these ranks higher than your STAT score, then the highest ranking statement will contribute 50% to your overall rank and the STAT will contribute the remaining 50%. If you do not submit a PC or EE statement, or if the statements have a lower rank than the STAT, then you will compete for a place on the basis of your STAT result only. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Scheme. See Wilto Yerlo for further information.
    • Without formal qualifications?
      You may be eligible for our special access schemes.
    • Other Entry Pathways
    How to Apply
    SATAC Code: 314871

    International applicants

    Not an international applicant?

    International ATAR 80
    IB 27
    IELTS Overall 6 [more info]
    Annual tuition fees International student place: $26,250
    Mid-year entry? Subject to availability
    CRICOS 041954K
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria
    Equivalent Scores
    International ATAR 80
    IB 27
    IELTS
    Overall
    Reading
    Listening
    Speaking
    Writing
    6
    5.5
    5.5
    6
    6
    A-Level 9
    UEC [Malaysia] 15
    SAT [US] 1770
    ISC & CBSE [India] 75%
    ISBE [India] [1] 85%
    OSSD OAC [Canadian Pre-U] 75
    Eynesbury Foundation Program 380
    Bradford Foundation Program 77
    [1] Acceptable Indian State Board Examinations: Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu
    How to Apply

    International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

    Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?

    International ATAR 80
    Annual tuition fees International student place: $26,250
    Mid-year entry? Subject to availability
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria
    Prerequisites
    SACE Stage 2: Mathematical Studies, Physics plus one of Specialist Mathematics or Chemistry.

    IB: either Mathematics (HL grade 3) and Physics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3); or, Chemistry (SL grade 4/HL grade 3), Physics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3) & Mathematics (SL grade 4/HL grade 3)

    Assumed Knowledge
    SACE Stage 2 Chemistry
  • Study Plans

    The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2011 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.

    B.E.(Chemical)/B.Ma.&Comp.Sc. (Computer Science Focus)
    Level I

    Semester 1

    Semester 2

    ^Students with a Subject Achievement score of at least 13 in SACE Stage 2 Chemistry or equivalent must enrol into CHEM 1100 Chemistry 1A and CHEM 1200 Chemistry 1B. All other students must enrol in CHEM 1101 Foundations of Chemistry 1A and CHEM 1201 Foundations of Chemistry 1B.

    *Students who have undertaken SACE Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics (or equivalent) will be required to enrol in MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA followed by MATHS 1012 Mathematics IB. Students who have not undertaken SACE Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics will be required to enrol in MATHS 1013 Mathematics IMA, then MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA in the following semester and then MATHS 1012 Mathematics IB in Summer Semester to complete the Mathematics requirements at Level I. The satisfactory completion of MATHS 1013 Mathematics IMA is in addition to the normal requirements for the Bachelor of Engineering.  
    Level II

    Semester 1

    Semester 2

    Level III

    Semester 1

    Semester 2

    ^^CHEM 2510 Chemistry IIA requires either passes in both CHEM 1100 and CHEM 1200 or credits in both CHEM 1101 and CHEM 1201 as prerequisites.
    Level IV

    Semester 1

    • CHEM ENG 3033 Chemical Engineering Applications C (3 units)
    • Level III Computer Science Courses (9 units)**

    Semester 2

    • CHEM ENG 3029 Materials III (3 units)
    • Level III Computer Science Courses (9 units)**

    **Level III Computer Science courses may be chosen from those listed in the Program Rules for the degree of Bachelor of Mathematical and Computer Sciences.
    Level V

    Semester 1

    • Chemical Engineering Elective (3 units)
    • CHEM ENG 4034 Professional Practice IV (3 units)
    • CHEM ENG 4041 Chemical Engineering Project IV (3 units)
    • CHEM ENG 4050 Chemical Engineering Applications D (3 units)

    Semester 2

    • Chemical Engineering Elective (3 units)
    • CHEM ENG 4014 Plant Design Project (6 units)
    • CHEM ENG 4042 Chemical Engineering Research Project (N) 
      or
      CHEM ENG 4047 Chemical Engineering Research Project (H) (3 units)#

    #Students accepted into the Honours Stream will take Chemical Engineering Research Project H and other students will take Chemical Engineering Research Project N.
    Electives

    *not offered in 2011 

    B.E (Chemical)/ B.Ma.Comp.Sc. (Mathematical Sciences Focus)

    Level I

    Semester 1

    Semester 2

    ^Students with a Subject Achievement score of at least 13 in SACE Stage 2 Chemistry or equivalent must enrol into CHEM 1100 Chemistry 1A and CHEM 1200 Chemistry 1B. All other students must enrol in CHEM 1101 Foundations of Chemistry 1A and CHEM 1201 Foundations of Chemistry 1B.

    *Students who have undertaken SACE Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics (or equivalent) will be required to enrol in MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA followed by MATHS 1012 Mathematics IB. Students who have not undertaken SACE Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics will be required to enrol in MATHS 1013 Mathematics IMA, then MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA in the following semester and then MATHS 1012 Mathematics IB in Summer Semester to complete the Mathematics requirements at Level I. The satisfactory completion of MATHS 1013 Mathematics IMA is in addition to the normal requirements for the Bachelor of Engineering.  
    Level II

    Semester 1

    Semester 2

    ^^CHEM 2510 Chemistry IIA requires either passes in both CHEM 1100 & CHEM 1200 or credits in both CHEM 1101 & CHEM 1201 as prerequisites.
    Level III

    Semester 1

    Semester 2

    Level IV

    Semester 1

    • Level III Maths Courses (12 units)*

    Semester 2

    • Level III Maths Course (12 units)*

    *Level III Mathematics courses may be chosen from those listed in the Program Rules for the degree of Bachelor of Mathematical and Computer Sciences.
    Level V

    Semester 1

    • Chemical Engineering Elective (3 units)
    • CHEM ENG 4034 Professional Practice IV (3 units)
    • CHEM ENG 4041 Chemical Engineering Project IV (3 units)
    • CHEM ENG 4050 Chemical Engineering Applications D (3 units)

    Semester 2

    • Chemical Engineering Elective (3 units)
    • CHEM ENG 4014 Plant Design Project (6 units)
    • CHEM ENG 4042 Chemical Engineering Research Project (N)
      or
      CHEM ENG 4047 Chemical Engineering Research Project (H) (3 units)#

    #Students accepted into the Honours Stream will take Chemical Engineering Research Project H and other students will take Chemical Engineering Research Project N.
    Electives

    *not offered in 2011
    Summary of B.Mathematical and Computer Sciences Requirements

    Computer Science Focus - 24 units

    • COMP SCI 2000 Computer Systems (3 units)
    • COMP SCI 2004 Data Structures & Algorithms (3 units)
    • Level III Computer Science Electives (18 units)

    This is a focus in Computer Science only. A major in Computer Science requires the presentation of an additional 3 units at Level II, and 12 units of the 18 units at Level III should be Computer Science courses of which one must be COMP SCI 3006 Software Engineering & Project. For further advice contact a Faculty Program Adviser.

    Maths Focus - 24 units

    • Level III Mathematics Electives (18 units)
    • Level II or III Mathematics Electives (6 units)

    Please refer to the Bachelor of Maths and Computer Sciences program rules for major requirements.
  • Career Opportunities

    The double degree combination provides future engineers with lucrative career opportunities. Graduates of this program can seek employment in fields relevant to Chemical Engineering and Mathematical and Computer Sciences.

    Potential careers

    Manufacturing Engineer, Mining Engineer, Biotechnology Engineer, Food Engineer, Food Scientist, Food Technologist, Statistician, Winery Engineer, Information and Communications Technologist, Computer Scientist, Actuary, Banker, Business Data Analyst, Commodities or Futures Trader, Computational Engineer, Computer Programmer, Consultant, Data Analyst, Database Coordinator, Economic Researcher, Financial Analyst, Internet Commerce Worker, Meteorologist, ...

  • Graduate Attributes

    The objective of the undergraduate Chemical Engineering and Mathematical and Computer Sciences programs is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in the University Calendar.

  • Professional Accreditation

    The Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical) program is accredited by Engineers Australia and IChemE (UK).

  • Work Placement

    Students are required to complete 12 weeks of approved work experience.

  • Program Rules
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Last updated: Monday, 25 Jul 2011

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