Chemistry // Structure

Advanced Coursework: Students will enrol in the following three subjects (each worth 12.5 points):

• CHEM90008 Advanced Spectroscopy
• CHEM90009 Chemical Synthesis & Characterisation
• CHEM90010 Advanced Chemical Applications 1

Research Project: The research project involves the completion of:

• a preliminary literature survey and research plan (10 pages of mixed text, diagrams and formulas) due at the end of semester of enrolment (pass/fail);
• a major thesis, page limit of 30 pages due at the end of the second semester of study (90% made up from thesis evaluation (35%), oral examination (viva) on thesis (35%); and supervisor’s assessment of research performance (20%) based on attendance, application,initiative, and demonstrated skills);
• a project-related oral presentation (15 minutes presentation, 5 minutes discussion) to be scheduled during the second semester of enrolment (10%);
• Successful completion of a seminar series providing advanced theoretical and/or practical training (pass/fail).