183103 v.8 Master of Philosophy (Chemistry)

MSc(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 061496K
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 2 Years

Introduction

This research course develops a more critical and problem solving approach to the professional practice of chemistry than is possible to achieve in a first qualification. The course forms a basis for the professional development of experts able to cope with sophisticated research and development problems in industry.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

An honours degree in chemistry (first or second class) or a Postgraduate Diploma in Chemistry or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary educational institution.

Specific Requirements

Attendance at Department of Chemistry Seminars is required to a minimum level of 80 percent over the course of the research program.

Recognition of Prior Learning

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

Duration and Availability

One to two years of full-time or equivalent part-time study

Course Organisation

This course is studied as a research degree. The content of the degree should be determined in consultation with the Postgraduate Coordinator, Department of Applied Chemistry. Students without prior studies in research methods and statistical data analysis will be required to undertake relevant preparatory units. This will increase the stated course duration.

Additional Course Expenses

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

Special Note

It is a requirement that two-thirds of this course is undertaken by research and only one-third by coursework. Students should not enrol in this research course to receive the Postgraduate Diploma in Chemistry but rather have undertaken it as a requisite for admission.

Course Structure Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.

Course Structure				Hrs/Wk	Credit

99003	v.2		Master Thesis - Applied Chemistry

Availability

Year	Location	Period	Internal	External
2010	Bentley Campus	Research Term 1	Y
2010	Bentley Campus	Research Term 1		Y
2010	Bentley Campus	Research Term 2	Y
2010	Bentley Campus	Research Term 2		Y

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.