Courses Handbook 2007 - [ Archived ]

302907 v.4 Bachelor of Science (Chemistry), Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing)


BSc(Curtin), BCom(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 038810G
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 4 Years

Introduction

This course is designed for those who wish to pursue careers in the world of commerce which are firmly grounded on a professional scientific background in industrial and applied chemistry. Students will complete this course as a Bachelor of Science with a Chemistry major and as a Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Marketing. A substantial proportion of the activities in a modern economy is based on chemical materials and chemical processes. Examples include food, drugs, organic and inorganic materials, fuel, lubricants, and so on. There are also the aspects of managing the impact of these activities on the natural and human environment.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

TEE Chemistry and Applicable Mathematics. TEE Physics desirable.

Specific Requirements

The STAT is not accepted for entry to this course.

Note

Students will normally be expected to have attained a higher Tertiary Entrance Rank than is required for both single degrees.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

The course is four years full-time or equivalent part-time study. Two intakes are offered each year in March and August. Prospective students should note that places may not always be available for the August intake.

Professional Recognition

Graduates will qualify for professional membership of the Royal Australian Chemical Society and will meet the academic requirements for other appropriate organisations such as the Australian Computer Society and the Australian Marketing Institute.

Additional Course Expenses

Students are expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials. Students will require a laboratory coat.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

10830 v.5   Business Information Systems 100 3.0 25.0
10926 v.5   Mathematics 103 5.0 25.0
11011 v.3   Legal Framework 100 3.0 25.0
7039 v.5   Chemistry 101 6.5 25.0
  100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

10848 v.2   Management 100 3.0 25.0
10850 v.4   Marketing 100 3.0 25.0
7040 v.6   Chemistry 102 7.0 25.0
7042 v.6   Analytical Chemistry 112 4.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 2 Semester 1

11016 v.4   Marketing Communications 102 3.0 25.0
307590 v.2   Statistical Data Analysis 101 3.0 12.5
8024 v.5   Analytical Chemistry 201 6.5 25.0
8025 v.4   Physical Chemistry 201 6.0 25.0
8029 v.3   Inorganic Chemistry 201 2.0 12.5
  100.0

Year 2 Semester 2

12613 v.2   International Marketing 250 3.0 25.0
8026 v.4   Physical Chemistry 202 6.0 25.0
8030 v.4   Inorganic Chemistry 202 5.0 25.0
9764 v.7   Consumer Behaviour 102 3.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 3 Semester 1

1234 v.4   Economics 100 3.0 25.0
3822 v.8   Sales Management 230 3.0 25.0
8027 v.4   Organic Chemistry 201 6.0 25.0
  SELECT 1 OPTION   25.0
  100.0

Year 3 Semester 2

10987 v.5   Accounting 100 3.0 25.0
12981 v.2   Internet Marketing 350 3.0 25.0
8028 v.4   Organic Chemistry 202 6.0 25.0
9807 v.6   Marketing Research 200 3.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 4 Semester 1

3820 v.6   Marketing to Organisations 322 3.0 25.0
3900 v.5   Strategic Marketing 310 3.0 25.0
  SELECT 2 OPTIONS   50.0
  100.0

Year 4 Semester 2

10015 v.2   Chemistry and Technology 302 3.0 12.5
10810 v.3   Business Policy 320 3.0 25.0
4375 v.4   Marketing of Services 311 3.0 25.0
9048 v.6   Chemistry Project 390 9.0 37.5
  100.0
 
Optional Units to Select From in Year 4 Semester 1 Hrs/Wk Credits
7753 v.4 * Physical Chemistry 301 6.0 25.0
7755 v.4 * Inorganic Chemistry 301 5.0 25.0
7756 v.4   Organic Chemistry 301 6.0 25.0
302546 v.2 * Analytical Chemistry 301 5.0 25.0
 
* Optional units to be chosen from in Year 3 and 4, Semester 1
 

Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective/current students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.



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