Chemistry is an enabling science that provides a foundation for fields such as medicine, technology and environmental science.
Chemistry encompasses the synthesis and study of molecules and materials, the exploration of their properties and the development of ways to use them in real life.
Gain advanced level knowledge and technical capabilities in general, physical, organic and inorganic chemistry, which you can apply to deepen your understanding of nanoscience, medicinal chemistry, computational chemistry or synthetic chemistry.
Studying advanced chemistry will strengthen your problem-solving, analytical and critical thinking capabilities, which are essential skills for future work.
You will be equipped to pursue a diverse range of career opportunities. These include roles as a research scientist, pharmaceutical scientist, laboratory manager, toxicologist, quality-assurance specialist, environmental chemist, forensic chemist, science communicator or teacher.
Alternatively, continue into a PhD or other higher degree by research and kickstart your career in research.
This major is accredited by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Research scientist
- Quality assurance officer
- Pharmaceutical scientist
- Chemist
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Employers value transferable skills such as problem solving and analytical skills that are acquired and developed throughout the UQ science program. Studying at UQ gave me the opportunity to learn from leading researchers and gave me insight into their world class research
During my science degree I had the opportunity to work alongside accomplished researchers and work on active research projects. It was a great learning experience for me and helped me with my own research later on in life.
Studying at UQ gave me a strong technical background and plenty of opportunities to be actively involved in cutting-edge research to ensure I was well equipped to rapidly acquire the skills and knowledge needed to become an expert within my field.
Employers value transferable skills such as problem solving and analytical skills that are acquired and developed throughout the UQ science program. Studying at UQ gave me the opportunity to learn from leading researchers and gave me insight into their world class research
During my science degree I had the opportunity to work alongside accomplished researchers and work on active research projects. It was a great learning experience for me and helped me with my own research later on in life.
Studying at UQ gave me a strong technical background and plenty of opportunities to be actively involved in cutting-edge research to ensure I was well equipped to rapidly acquire the skills and knowledge needed to become an expert within my field.
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At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:
- Advanced Chemistry 1 & 2
- Advanced Organic Chemistry
- Advanced Physical Chemistry
- Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
- Advanced Experimental Chemistry
- Nanomaterials and Self-Assembled Systems
- Determination of Molecular Structure
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