Chemistry Honours Research Project Pt1 (CHEM40016)
HonoursPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 1 (Extended)
Semester 2 (Extended)
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 (Extended) Semester 2 (Extended) |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
The research project is involves undertaking experimental and/or theoretical research in an area currently relevant to one of the research groups in the School of Chemistry. The subject will enable students to develop the process and practice of chemical research; increase the student's knowledge and understanding of chemical science; encourage the development of individual investigative skills, critical thought and the ability to evaluate information and to analyse experimental data; and ensure that students receive essential training in laboratory safety procedures.
Students enrol in a total of 62.5 points of research project across the duration of the Honours program. This is achieved by enrolling in two of subjects across two consecutive semesters to achieve a total 62.5 credit points. Students enrol in a Part 1 subject in the first semester and a Part 2 subject in the second semester of the program.
Intended learning outcomes
The objectives of this subject are to
- develop the process and practice of chemical research; increase the student's knowledge and understanding of chemical science
- encourage the development of individual investigative skills, critical thought and the ability to evaluate information and to analyse experimental data
- and ensure that students receive essential training in laboratory safety procedures
Generic skills
At the completion of this subject, students should have further developed skills in:
- advanced problem solving and critical thinking,
- evaluating the relevant research and professional literature,
- applying concepts developed in one area to a different context,
- analysing and rationalising experimental observations,
- effective time management, and
- written and oral communication
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
A major study (one half of a full-time year of study at third year level) in Chemistry.
Admission into the Bachelor of Science (Degree with Honours) program in the School of Chemistry.
Students must also be concurrently enrolled in (or have completed) the required coursework subjects for the Bachelor of Science (Degree with Honours) program in the School of Chemistry.
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Attendance at a safety & induction program with >65% result in a safety examination held during the first week (pass/fail)
| Early in the teaching period | N/A |
A preliminary literature survey and research plan (up to 5 pages)
| At the end of the first semester | N/A |
A major thesis, page limit of 30 pages
| At the end of the final semester | 55% |
An oral exam (viva) on the content of the thesis | 35% | |
A project-related oral presentation (up to 30 minutes)
| At the end of the final semester | 10% |
| Hurdle requirement: Attendance at a seminar series providing advanced theoretical and/or practical training | N/A |
Additional details
Assessment for the Chemistry Research Project is across two semesters.
These assessment requirements are applicable to the entire 62.5 point Research Project component.
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 1 (Extended)
Principal coordinator Ivanhoe Leung Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours This subject is an individual research project and weekly contact hours will vary depending on the nature of the project. Students should discuss total time commitment with their supervisor but as a guide, a student would be expected to be engaged in their research for an average of twenty-five hours per week over two semesters. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 3 March 2025 to 30 June 2025 Last self-enrol date 14 March 2025 Census date 31 March 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 9 May 2025 Assessment period ends 30 June 2025 Semester 1 (Extended) contact information
- Semester 2 (Extended)
Principal coordinator Ivanhoe Leung Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours This subject is an individual research project and weekly contact hours will vary depending on the nature of the project. Students should discuss total time commitment with their supervisor but as a guide, a student would be expected to be engaged in their research for an average of twenty-five hours per week over two semesters. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 28 July 2025 to 24 December 2025 Last self-enrol date 8 August 2025 Census date 1 September 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 26 September 2025 Assessment period ends 24 December 2025 Semester 2 (Extended) contact information
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Additional delivery details
Students should discuss total time commitment with their supervisor but as a guide, a student would be expected to be engaged in their research for an average of twenty-five hours per week over two semesters.
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Further information
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- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 4 March 2025