Chemistry
Why study honours in Chemistry?
Honours in Chemistry at La Trobe provides the opportunity to be involved in research at the cutting edge of science, offering training in innovative research techniques and experience with contemporary instrumentation and facilities. The University's expert research staff cover many areas of specialisation and offer a range of potential projects.
Students have the opportunity to undertake projects partly off campus, in collaboration with external bodies such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Department of Primary Industries (DPI), The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research (WEHI), CSIRO, the Victoria Police Forensics Department and other universities.
Career opportunities
An Honours degree is a necessary requirement for further research work in Chemistry, either in industry, with a research institution such as CSIRO, or at a University. Most employers give preference to Honours graduates, in a broad range of areas including those outside laboratory-based research, as they recognise the value of rigorous research training. The employment prospects for those graduating with an Honours degree in Chemistry are excellent.
La Trobe University’s chemistry program is fully accredited with the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI), and all graduates are eligible for membership.
Course information
Local students
How to Apply
Students are required to contact prospective supervisors to discuss research topics before applying. View the Department of Chemistry's research specialisations to browse the areas of research undertaken and to contact academic staff to discuss potential supervision.
For further information on how to apply contact the Honours coordinator:
Dr Anne RichardsPhone +61 3 9479 2574
Fax +61 3 9479 1266
Email a.richards@latrobe.edu.au
Structure
120 credit points
Fee Type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Undergraduate courses are Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for eligible Australian and New Zealand citizens. The domestic fee calculator can be used to calculate the cost of subjects this year.
There are also a wide range of scholarships available for local students, including an Honours year grant, available to students facing financial hardship.
International students
How to Apply
Students are required to contact prospective supervisors to discuss research topics before applying. View the Department of Chemistry's research specialisations to browse the areas of research undertaken and to contact academic staff to discuss potential supervision.
For further information on how to apply contact the Honours coordinator:
Dr Anne Richards
Phone +61 3 9479 2574
Fax +61 3 9479 1266
Email a.richards@latrobe.edu.au
Structure
120 credit points
Fees and scholarships
Contact La Trobe International for estimated fee costs and scholarship information.
