Bachelor of Science (Nanoscience & Materials) B.Sc(NScM)

2009

Program Outline

Nanoscience is an emerging area of science that involves the study of materials on an ultra-small scale and the novel properties that these materials demonstrate. This program provides a fundamental and practical of chemistry, enhanced by specialist knowledge of the underlying nanoscience controlling the design and application of functional materials. At the first year level, students receive core training in chemistry and physics. In later year levels, there is an emphasis on examining and quantifying the relationship between chemistry and functional materials. Study covers a wide range of contemporary nanoscience issues including the design of molecular devices with application in the food industry, human and animal health (eg, drug delivery), communications and chemical industries. Students will develop an understanding of the design requirements for a range of advanced materials such as polymers, catalysts, optical switches, sensors and solar cells. Students can develop advanced expertise in a wide range of related disciplines, depending upon study choices in second year. A feature of third year chemistry studies is that students will undertake investigative and research activities into contemporary issues in nanoscience and functional materials.

Admission Information

Admissions information for domestic and international students.

Domestic

Selection criteria:	Year 12 applicants 2008 Commonwealth-supported TER: 83.1 You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent (48 units) university study. You must have gained a 'Recorded Achievement' in four SACE Stage 2 HESS (Higher Education Selection Subjects) General subjects (or interstate/International Baccalaureate equivalents). For a full list of SACE subjects and their HESS status please refer to the SATAC Tertiary Entrance Booklet. You compete for a place with your Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER). Applicants who have studied Chemistry 1 and/or Molecular and Cell Biology 1 at the University of Adelaide (or equivalent) must have achieved at least a credit grade average for these courses. Higher Education applicants You must have completed at least half a year full time equivalent university study. Applicants who have studied Chemistry 1 and/or Molecular and Cell Biology 1 at the University of Adelaide (or equivalent) must have achieved at least a credit grade average for these courses. A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You are ranked on the basis of your best GPA. Special Entry applicants You must meet the following criteria: you must be 21 years or over on January 1st of the year that you will be studying*, you must not hold a completed higher education level award, and if you have been enrolled in a course leading to a higher education level award in the last 3 years, you must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study. If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is not weighted between verbal and quantitative components. Personal Competencies (PC) and Employment Experience (EE) statements may also contribute to your rank. If you submit a PC or EE statement, and one of these ranks higher than your STAT score, then the highest ranking statement will contribute 50% to your overall rank and the STAT will contribute the remaining 50%. If you do not submit a PC or EE statement, or if the statements have a lower rank than the STAT, then you will compete for a place on the basis of your STAT result only. Applicants who have studied Chemistry 1 and/or Molecular and Cell Biology 1 at the University of Adelaide (or equivalent) must have achieved at least a credit grade average for these courses. *The age restriction is 19 years or over if you have completed either the Flinders Foundation course or the UniSA Foundation Studies program or the UniSA Program for Adult Learners. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Scheme. See Wilto Yerlo for further information.
Additional entry requirements:	Note: applicants who have studied Chemistry 1 and/or Molecular and Cell Biology 1 at the University of Adelaide (or equivalent) must have achieved at least a credit grade average for these courses.
Prerequisites:	SACE Stage 2: Chemistry plus one of Physics, Mathematical Studies, Specialist Mathematics, Mathematical Methods, Biology, Geology, Psychology IB: Chemistry (SL grade 5/HL grade 4) and one other Science subject (SL grade 5/HL grade 4) or Mathematics (SL grade 5/HL grade 3)
Assumed knowledge:	SACE Stage 2 Mathematical Studies, Physics
How to apply:	SATAC Code: 324291 Apply through SATAC SATAC application dates Application and Admission
Mid-year entry?	Subject to availability
Annual tuition fees:	Commonwealth-supported place: $4,162
General enquiries:	Student Centre

International

Selection criteria:	IELTS Total Reading Listening Speaking Writing 6 5.5 5.5 6 6 International TER 80
Prerequisites:	Chemistry and one other Science subject chosen from Mathematics, Physics, Biology, Geology or Psychology.
Assumed knowledge:	Mathematics and Physics an advantage
How to apply:	Application information for international students Important application deadlines for international students
Mid-year entry?	No
Annual tuition fees:	International student place: $22,000
General enquiries:	Student Centre

Study Plans

The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

Please note that this program is under review and the courses listed at levels II and III are indicative only. Level I
Semester 1 (core courses) BIOLOGY 1101: Biology I: Molecules, Genes and Cells Plus one of the following: CHEM 1100: Chemistry IA CHEM 1101: Foundations of Chemistry IA Plus one of the following: PHYSICS 1008: Physics Principles & Applications I PHYSICS 1100: Physics IA* PHYSICS 1101: Physics for the Life & Earth Sciences IA Semester 2 (core courses) One of the following CHEM 1200: Chemistry IB CHEM 1201: Foundations of Chemistry IB Plus one of the following PHYSICS 1200: Physics IB** PHYSICS 1201: Physics for the Life & Earth Sciences IB Plus one of the following BIOLOGY 1201: Biology I: Human Perspectives BIOLOGY 1202: Biology I: Organisms *requires MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA as a corequisite **requires MATHS 1012 Mathematics IB as a corequisite Plus Level I science electives
Level II
Semester 1 (core courses) CHEM 2516: Chemistry IIA (Nanoscience & Materials) CHEM 2530: Environmental & Analytical Chemistry II Semester 2 (core courses) CHEM 2526: Chemistry IIB (Nanoscience & Materials) CHEM 2540: Medicinal & Biological Chemistry II Plus passes in additional Level II courses to the value of 12 units selected in consultation with the program coordinator and in accordance with Academic Program Rules 5.2, 5.6.3 and 5.6.4 for the degree of Bachelor of Science.  Level II science electives
Level III
Passes in the following Level III courses; CHEM 3111: Chemistry III CHEM 3211: Heterocyclic Chemistry & Molecular Devices III CHEM 3212: Materials Chemistry III CHEM 3213: Advanced Synthetic Methods III CHEM 3214: Medicinal & Biological Chemistry III Plus Level III science electives

Career Opportunities

Employment prospects for specialist chemistry graduates with additional understanding of nanoscience and materials exist in a wide variety of sectors. Examples include the defence, pharmaceutical, information technology, chemical and biotechnology industries.

Potential careers

Nanotechnologist, Public Health, Research Scientist, Analytical Chemist

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Program Rules

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