Bachelor of Science (Nanoscience & Materials) B.Sc(NScM)

2009

Program Outline

Nanoscience is an emerging area of science that involves the study of materials on an ultra-small scale and the novel properties that these materials demonstrate. This program provides a fundamental and practical of chemistry, enhanced by specialist knowledge of the underlying nanoscience controlling the design and application of functional materials.

At the first year level, students receive core training in chemistry and physics. In later year levels, there is an emphasis on examining and quantifying the relationship between chemistry and functional materials.

Courses cover a wide range of contemporary nanoscience issues including the design of molecular devices with application in the food industry, human and animal health (eg, drug delivery), communications and chemical industries.

Students will develop an understanding of the design requirements for a range of advanced materials such as polymers, catalysts, optical switches, sensors and solar cells. Students can develop advanced expertise in a wide range of related disciplines, depending upon study choices in second year. A feature of third year chemistry studies is that students will undertake investigative and research activities into contemporary issues in nanoscience and functional materials.

Program Structure

At the first year level, students receive core training in chemistry and physics with optional courses chosen from offerings such as biology and maths. In later year levels, there is an emphasis on examining and quantifying the relationship between chemistry and functional materials. Students will develop an understanding of the design requirements for a range of advanced materials such as polymers, catalysts, optical switches, sensors and solar cells. Students can develop advanced expertise in a wide range of related disciplines, depending upon study choices in second year. A feature of third year chemistry studies is that students will undertake investigative and research activities into contemporary issues in nanoscience and functional materials.

Admission Information

Domestic applicants

Not a domestic applicant?

2008 CSP IB	31
SATAC Code	324291
2008 CSP TER	83.1
HESS group	General
Annual tuition fees	Commonwealth-supported place: $4,162
Mid-year entry?	Yes
Enquiries	Student Centre

Selection Criteria

Year 12 applicants

You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent (48 units) university study. You compete for a place with your Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER). Applicants who have studied Chemistry 1 and/or Molecular and Cell Biology 1 at the University of Adelaide (or equivalent) must have achieved at least a credit grade average for these courses.

Prerequisites

SACE Stage 2: Chemistry plus one of Physics, Mathematical Studies, Specialist Mathematics, Mathematical Methods, Biology, Geology, Psychology IB: Chemistry (SL grade 5/HL grade 4) and one other Science subject (SL grade 5/HL grade 4) or Mathematics (SL grade 5/HL grade 3)

For midyear entry, applicants should contact the Student Centre before applying to ensure that an appropriate study pathway is available.

Assumed Knowledge

SACE Stage 2 Mathematical Studies, Physics

Alternative entry pathways

• Higher Education applicants
  You must have completed at least half a year full time equivalent university study. Applicants who have studied Level I Chemistry and/or Level I Biology at the University of Adelaide (or equivalent) must have achieved at least a credit grade average for these courses. 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 are ranked on the basis of your best GPA.
• Special Entry applicants
  You must meet the following criteria: you must be 21 years or over on January 1st of the year that you will be studying*, you must not hold a completed higher education level award, and if you have been enrolled in a course leading to a higher education level award in the last 3 years, you must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study. If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is not weighted between verbal and quantitative components. 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. Applicants who have studied Chemistry 1 and/or Molecular and Cell Biology 1 at the University of Adelaide (or equivalent) must have achieved at least a credit grade average for these courses. *The age restriction is 19 years or over if you have completed either the Flinders Foundation course or the UniSA Foundation Studies program or the UniSA Program for Adult Learners. 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.

How to Apply

SATAC Code: 324291

Apply through SATAC SATAC application dates Application and Admission

International applicants

Not an international applicant?

International TER	80
IELTS Total	6 [more info]
Annual tuition fees	International student place: $22,000
Mid-year entry?	No
Enquiries	Student Centre

Selection Criteria

Prerequisites

Chemistry and one other Science subject chosen from Mathematics, Physics, Biology, Geology or Psychology.

Assumed Knowledge

Mathematics and Physics an advantage

Equivalent Scores

International TER	80
IELTS Total Reading Listening Speaking Writing	6 5.5 5.5 6 6

How to Apply

Application information for international students

Important application deadlines for international students

International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?

International TER	80
Annual tuition fees	International student place: $22,000
Mid-year entry?	No
Enquiries	Student Centre

Selection Criteria

Prerequisites

SACE Stage 2: Chemistry plus one of Physics, Mathematical Studies, Specialist Mathematics, Mathematical Methods, Biology, Geology, Psychology IB: Chemistry (SL grade 5/HL grade 4) and one other Science subject (SL grade 5/HL grade 4) or Mathematics (SL grade 5/HL grade 3)

Assumed Knowledge

SACE Stage 2 Mathematical Studies, Physics

Study Plans

The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

Career Opportunities

Employment prospects for specialist chemistry graduates with additional understanding of nanoscience and materials exist in a wide variety of sectors including:

• Biotechnology industry
• Chemical industry
• Defence industry
• Information technology
• Pharmaceutical industry

Potential careers

Nanotechnologist, Public Health, Research Scientist, Analytical Chemist, Lecturer, Material Scientist, Biochemist, Biotechnology, Chemist, Research Assistant, Research Associates, Science Communicators, Science Educators, Scientific Data Analyst, Scientific Officer, Forensic Science, Forensic Scientist, Teacher, Tutor

Program Rules

Faculty of Sciences

Further Information

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