Study the Bachelor of Science (Chemical Sciences) (Honours) / Master of Engineering (Materials)

Study Chemical Sciences and Materials Engineering at Flinders

Engineer a pathway from chemical sciences to a materials engineering masters.

This course is not offered in 2021.

High-achieving students can undertake a program of study in chemical sciences and materials engineering in only five years with this degree combination. It prepares you with a broad-based foundation in chemistry before continuing to the masters, which provides an understanding of advanced processing and fabrication methods of engineering materials and their characterisation.

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Prerequisites

SACE stage two chemistry plus specialist mathematics, mathematical methods or equivalent.

Assumed knowledge

Knowledge of SACE stage two physics or equivalent is assumed.

2020 selection rank

95.00

Guaranteed selection rank

95.00

Adjustment factors available

Yes

SATAC code

234871

Delivery mode

In person:

– Tonsley

Online: No

Duration

5 years full-time
(or part-time equivalent)
Deferrable: Yes

Annual indicative fee

2021: $6,950

How are these fees calculated?

Start dates

– March
– July

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Why study Chemical Sciences and Materials Engineering at Flinders

Understand and apply chemical principles to solve problems
Master the various laboratory techniques and instrumentation used in diverse chemical fields
Apply chemistry research and knowledge to solve problems or form hypotheses
Appreciate the multidisciplinary aspect of the discipline of chemistry and engage positively with people and ideas beyond the discipline
Continue to a Master of Engineering (Materials) to open up even more career opportunities

Your career

Materials engineers are able to find jobs in almost all fields in which technology is developed, providing a great range of career opportunities.

Potential occupations include:

metallurgist
process engineer
corrosion engineer
polymer engineer
ceramist
quality control engineer
surface coatings scientist.

What you will study

First year A typical first year may include:	core topics in chemical structure and bonding, and modern chemistry topics in earth and environmental sciences, and marine sciences, or the evolution of biological diversity, and the molecular basis of life a mathematics topic.
Second year A typical second year may include:	core topics in chemical reactivity, organic reactions, spectroscopy and data analysis, and separation science.
Third year A typical third year may include:	core topics in applied spectroscopy and electrochemistry, inorganic and organometallic chemistry, organic synthesis and mechanism, and an introduction to polymer science.
Honours year A typical honours year may include:	a major chemical sciences research thesis allowing high-performing students to progress to a higher degree by research further development of professional skills, particularly those relevant to research and development.

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Practical experience

The chemical sciences degree provides you with practical experience that prepares you for the workplace through a 12 week professional placement in your final year.

The masters is designed to present practical aspects of materials engineering, and also includes a research project for you to work on advanced relevant areas. You will have the opportunity to develop practical skills in Flinders’ well-equipped laboratories.

Study abroad

There are opportunities to take your studies overseas as part of your industry placement.

Add Innovation and Enterprise
to your degree

At Flinders University, we recognise that careers are evolving and the workplace of the future will look very different from today.

Whatever undergraduate course you are studying at Flinders, you can add innovation and enterprise electives to your degree to gain new, adaptable and transferrable skills that will equip you for the careers of tomorrow.

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How to apply

Choose your preferred course.

Check the entry requirements and admission pathways available to you.

Choose other courses to include in your preferences.

Visit SATAC and submit your application online.

Admission pathways

Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous higher education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through adult entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).

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Choosing your preferences

When choosing your preferences through SATAC, another Flinders degree you might want to include in your list is the Bachelor of Science (Chemical Sciences) (Honours).

How to apply

Select your course.

Check entry requirements.

Check your eligibility for credit.

Apply online

Obtain certified documents.

Submit your application and documents.

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English language pathways

If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.

This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.

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Academic program pathways

If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice.

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Want more information about studying at Flinders University? Contact us to find out more – we’d love to help you decide if Flinders University is the right choice for you.