Bachelor Degree (Honours) in Science (Dean's Scholar Program)

RMIT University - City

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Overview

As an RMIT Dean’s Scholar in Science you will strengthen your foundation in chemistry in preparation for further study or research.

This is a select entry four-year degree incorporating an honours year for capable and highly motivated students who want research training through hands-on participation in research projects.

During the second and third years of the course, you will carry out two research-oriented activities mentored by research active scientists.

In the third year, you will have an opportunity to participate in a research project which may involve collaboration with industry partners. The final year includes advanced coursework and an advanced research project of your choice under the guidance of a research active scientist.

This degree is intended as a pathway into higher degree by research studies.

Prerequisites

Year 12 prerequisites

Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in one of Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics.

Non-Year 12 prerequisites

Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.

Majors

Chemistry.

Potential Career Outcomes

Graduates will find employment in scientific and research organisations, private industry (manufacturing and consulting) and the teaching profession or continue studying in a higher degree course. Graduates will be prepared with the research skills and advanced knowledge needed to solve real world problems.

Admission Criteria

Please refer to the RMIT University website for admission criteria information.

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