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. 

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