Chemistry
Choosing your Courses

Students undertaking a Chemistry major will select a range of complementary courses depending on the field of employment they wish to pursue. Descriptions of individual courses are provided via links in the Program pages.

Students are encouraged to investigate their individual interests, consulting with the Program Convenor and/or Head of Discipline in determining how best to meet their needs.

A full list of chemistry courses can be generated by the Course Finder according to the year of study or area of interest. These include descriptions of course content and information about any prerequisites.

The degree program is typically three years, although an additional year for the Honours Degree is also available. The fourth year provides students with an opportunity to undertake a research project and further course work. Students considering this option are also recommended to consult with staff about course choices that will best prepare them.

Some Suggested PATHWAYS documents have been developed to give an indication of sets of courses meeting program requirements that will prepare students for particular careers. They are not the only sets of courses that will take students to the same careers, and they are not the only careers these sets of courses will prepare students for. Pathways and program checklists specifically for Chemistry are listed below.