Choose your major
Applied Mathematics
Explore how mathematical and numerical methods deepen our understanding of real-world phenomena and behaviours with the Applied Mathematics major.
Biochemistry
Explore the fundamental nature of matter and how it can be applied to a range of industries and medical investigations with the Biochemistry major.
Biotechnology
Uncover a career path of enormous potential at the intersection of biology and technology and play your role in making better healthcare, products and business practices a reality.
Chemistry
Discover the myriad applications of chemistry, including forensic and environmental science, polymer formation, water analysis, creation of new materials, and agricultural and analytical chemistry.
Environmental Science
In the Environmental Science major, you’ll study the relationship between local, global, social and ecological issues as taught by leading experts in the field.
Physics
Discover classical and modern physics, astrophysics, nanoscience, experimental physics and more with a major in Physics.
Bachelor of Science (Professional), Chemistry
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Semester 1 intake
- Overview
- Entry requirements
- Study structure
- Fees & Scholarships
- How to apply
Overview
Discover the expertise of leading teachers, state-of-the-art facilities and a broad selection of science majors to suit your ambition. Practically apply your knowledge and learn on the job as you work as a scientist for a whole year – and get paid for it – with a 12-month work placement. You’ll emerge with the networks and experience to give you a competitive edge.
There's still time to get your application in for Semester 1
Haven't quite gotten around to applying direct to your chosen Swinburne course? Don't fret. There's still plenty of time to get your application in, and start in Semester 1.
Your major
Discover the myriad applications of chemistry, including forensic and environmental science, polymer formation, water analysis, creation of new materials, and agricultural and analytical chemistry. Chemistry plays an important role in a broad range of scientific, medical and industrial settings. And with real-world learning experiences to give you hands-on experience, you’ll discover firsthand how a Chemistry major from Swinburne opens career doors.
Your industry experience
Build up your CV with real industry experience as you study with Work Integrated Learning, guaranteed for all our bachelor degrees. This Professional Degree includes a 12-month paid work placement and three industry-linked projects. Benefit from Swinburne’s industry partnerships, gain invaluable work experience and earn credit towards your degree.
Skills you’ll learn
- Conducting laboratory experiments
- Safe chemical handling
- Critical data analysis
- Researching and gathering information
- Problem solving
- Producing technical reports
Your career opportunities
- Chemical researcher
- Agricultural or environmental scientist
- Pharmaceutical scientist
- Analytical forensic scientist
Key codes
International student visa
International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.
Why Swinburne?
Top 200 for physics
Top 200 for physical science
Top 200 for physics and astronomy
84.8% graduate satisfaction for overall experience
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"The opportunities that are provided and supported by Swinburne are amazing. My favourite part of the course has to be when I worked with Oz Grav and Alan Duffy to investigate how useful virtual reality could be as a tool to teach and engage."
Joel , Bachelor of Science (Professional)
Qualifications
Successful completion of:
- the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification.
Successful completion of:
- the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification.
Course prerequisites
- VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 25 in any English (except EAL) or 30 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or equivalent.
- VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 20 in any mathematics or equivalent.
- VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 25 in any English (except EAL) or 30 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or equivalent.
- VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 20 in any mathematics or equivalent.
Need to undertake an English assessment for entry?
A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) can now be done at our Hawthorn campus.
Admission requirements
Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee an offer of a place. See admission requirements for general information about the admission process.
English language requirements
Satisfactory completion of one of the following:
- IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
- Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 70%, all skills 65%
- or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.
Credit transfer
Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Recognition of prior learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Apply for a pathway course
Pathways allow students to progress from one qualification to another where the first course is recognised as an entry requirement and/or provides credit (advanced standing) to the second.
How credit points work
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Science (Professional) requires students to complete units of study to the value of 375 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.
- 8Core units
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- 8Major units
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- 6Elective units
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- 4Work placement units
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4-year bachelor degree
What your course could look like
Units are listed in a proposed sequence. However this can be amended depending on unit availability, prerequisite requirements and the semester in which you commenced your course.
| Units of study | Unit code |
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| Semester 1 | |
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Calculus and Applications
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
MTH10012 |
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Introduction to Chemistry
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
CHE10004 |
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Introduction to Physics
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
PHY10002 |
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Concepts of Biology
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
BIO10001 |
| Semester 2 | |
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Linear Algebra and Applications
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
MTH10013 |
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Sustainability Challenges in Science
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
NPS10003 |
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Your elective unit goes here
Elective unit, 12.5 credit points |
ELECT01 |
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Chemistry 2
Major unit, 12.5 credit points |
CHE10002 |
Want to see the full range of electives?
Learn about all the electives you can take in the course handbook.
| Units of study | Unit code |
|---|---|
| Semester 1 | |
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Societal Challenges in Science
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
NPS20011 |
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Your elective unit goes here
Elective unit, 12.5 credit points |
ELECT01 |
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Analytical and Forensic Chemistry
Major unit, 12.5 credit points |
CHE20006 |
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Spectroscopy and Instrumentation
Major unit, 12.5 credit points |
CHE20009 |
| Semester 2 | |
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Your elective unit goes here
Elective unit, 12.5 credit points |
ELECT01 |
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Your elective unit goes here
Elective unit, 12.5 credit points |
ELECT01 |
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Investigative Organic Chemistry
Major unit, 12.5 credit points |
CHE20008 |
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Inorganic Chemistry
Major unit, 12.5 credit points |
CHE30010 |
| Units of study | Unit code |
|---|---|
| Professional placement - 12 months | |
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Work Experience in Industry A
Practical unit, 25.0 credit points |
WEI20001 |
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Integrated Professional Placement A - Science
Academic unit, 25.0 credit points |
NPS20003 |
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Work Experience in Industry B
Practical unit, 25.0 credit points |
WEI20002 |
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Integrated Professional Placement B - Science
Academic unit, 25.0 credit points |
NPS20004 |
| Units of study | Unit code |
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| Semester 1 | |
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Grand Challenges in Science
Core unit, 12.5 credit points |
NPS30004 |
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Advanced Analytical Chemistry
Major unit, 12.5 credit points |
CHE30005 |
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Surface and Colloid Chemistry
Major unit, 12.5 credit points |
CHE30009 |
| Semester 2 | |
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Your elective unit goes here
Elective unit, 12.5 credit points |
ELECT01 |
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Your elective unit goes here
Elective unit, 12.5 credit points |
ELECT01 |
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Computational and Advanced Organic Chemistry
Major unit, 12.5 credit points |
CHE30006 |
2023 fees
Yearly fee* ($AUD)
$8,301
Total fee* ($AUD)
$31,128.75
Yearly fee* ($AUD)
$38,160
Fees are estimates only
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. These fees apply for units studied in 2023 only and may change for units studied in future years. If part-time study is permitted, annual fees will be proportionally lower based on the number of units taken per semester.
Fees are estimates only
The indicative course fees shown apply to international students for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.
How do I pay my fees?
HECS-HELP is a loan and discount scheme available to you if you are eligible and enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place. A HECS-HELP loan can cover all or part of your contribution amount. You can also choose to pay your fees up front.
International students need to pay tuition fees up-front by the relevant due date. You can find the due dates on your Statement of Account.
To pay your fees:
- log in to My Financials
- check your Australian bank account details are correct
- check your Statement of Account to see how much you owe
- pay using your preferred payment method.
Eligibility for HECS-HELP
You are eligible for a HECS-HELP loan if you have been offered a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) for an undergraduate degree at Swinburne or a UniLink course, and you:
- are an Australian citizen and doing at least one unit of your course in Australia; or
- hold a permanent humanitarian visa and will be living in Australia for the duration of your course; or
- hold a New Zealand Special Category visa and meet the special eligibility requirements for New Zealand citizens.
Note: There is a 10 per cent discount for on-time payments of your student contribution if you pay a minimum of A$500.
Student services and amenities fee
This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.
Scholarships
Scholarship applications for 2023 are open. Scholarships at Swinburne are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. We want you to reach your potential and achieve your life and career goals.
Our handy guide will assist you to gather documents for your application.
When you apply for a Swinburne course, we automatically consider you for an international scholarship of up to 30 per cent off your course fees – no separate application required! Just apply for your Swinburne course of choice and when we review your course application, we will also assess you for an international scholarship.
Apply directly
Ready to take on a new challenge and reach your academic goals? If you already know which course you want to study and understand the entry requirements, what are you waiting for? Apply online! Remember, you cannot apply direct if you have an active VTAC application.
Apply through VTAC
VTAC is the central office that administers the application processes for places in tertiary courses, scholarships and the Special Entry Access Scheme at universities, TAFEs and independent tertiary colleges in Victoria. International students currently studying Year 12 in Australia must apply through VTAC.
VTAC is the central office that administers the application processes for places in tertiary courses, scholarships and the Special Entry Access Scheme at universities, TAFEs and independent tertiary colleges in Victoria.
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World-ranked for science
Swinburne ranked in the world's top 200
Swinburne has been ranked in the top 200 institutions in the world for physical science (2022 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings) and in the top 200 institutions in the world for physics and astronomy (2022 Academic Ranking of World Universities).
This ranking positions Swinburne in the top 6 universities in Australia, and the top 3 universities in Victoria.
