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Courses Handbook 2012

This handbook contains information for courses and units at Curtin in 2012.
Information for current year courses and units is available at Courses Handbook 2011.

313931 v.1 Chemistry and Earth Science Double Major (BSc Science)

Introduction

The Chemistry and Earth Science Double Major combines a comprehensive background in earth science with a body of knowledge in chemistry and a range of skills necessary for careers in geochemistry and related areas. These skills are gained in Curtin's laboratories that are amongst the best equipped in Australia. Students who excel are also well placed to further their knowledge through our highly regarded honours and postgraduate research programs. Career opportunities exist in geochemical research and more widely in the minerals and resources sector, environmental protection and rehabilitation, in government, private consultancies and service industries. The Earth Science major is not available in any combination other than with the Chemistry major. Those seeking a professional qualification and career in Geology should choose the Bachelor of Science (Applied Geology).

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

Mathematics 3C/3D and Level 3A/3B in Chemistry or equivalent. Students undertaking this double major will need to have completed the Physical Sciences Pre-major.

Note

Students seeking a professional qualification and career in Geology should choose the Bachelor Science Applied Geology.

Duration and Availability

3 years full time or equivalent part-time study.

Professional Recognition

Graduates of this course may be eligible for membership of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI).

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
Year 2
312501 v.2   Chemistry Major (BSc Science) 200.0
313930 v.1   Earth Science Major (BSc Science) 200.0
  400.0