Chemistry
Study the world from the ground up - from the sub-atomic, atomic and molecular to the spectacular.
Chemistry is a central science - a key part of your scientific toolbox. If you have anÌýenquiring, analytical mind and good powers of observation, then chemistry is the perfect discipline for you. Our chemistry graduates are sought after in areas of research and development, management, law, manufacturing and processing, finance and for chemical analysis laboratory positions.
Study chemistry at one of Australia's top universitiesÌý
We're ranked #2 in Australia for research output in chemistry (Nature Index Institution Output, 2024).ÌýThe School of Chemistry is a leading centre for both teaching and research excellence in Australia – developing cutting-edge knowledge to solve real-world problems. Your learning will be spread across tutorials, lectures, online content and hands-on experiments in our teaching labs. The Students of Chemistry Society (SOCS) organise many social events open to undergraduate and postgraduate students, staff and anyone on campus with an interest in chemistry, medicinal chemistry or nanotechnology. SOCS is supported by ARC, the »Ê¹Ú²ÊƱ student organisation.
Gain hands-on research experience
Chemistry is all about discovering new ways of looking at the world and exploring new techniques to make it better. We'll provide you with opportunities to get involved in research so you can gain the skills and experience needed to make your own meaningful discoveries.
»Ê¹Ú²ÊƱ's School of Chemistry has a range of research groups and centres with interests spanning the full spectrum of chemistry and chemistry-related interdisciplinary fields. You'll have access to these groups and centres to learn aboutÌýhow research works, the next big discoveries and what a scientific career can look like.Ìý
As an undergraduate student, you can take or and work with a supervisor at »Ê¹Ú²ÊƱ. These courses give you the opportunity to explore new ideasÌýand develop your skills as an independent thinker in the lab. You can also get a head start on your career whilst living abroad in the summer holidays through our range of overseas research and work internship opportunities.Ìý
- Science Research InternshipÌý
Our ÌýandÌýÌýresearch internship co