Bachelor of Science (Honours) specialisation in Green Chemical Science

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The approaches used in Green Chemical Science often involve interdisciplinary studies in catalysis, synthesis, toxicology, analytical methodology, materials science, and biochemistry, in order to tackle global issues and problems that impact on sustainability.

Postgraduate study in Green Chemical Science aims to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to make important contributions to scientific research in this field.

You will learn about the minimisation of damage to human health and the environment from toxic chemicals, climate change and global warming, and the use of greener alternatives, including green production strategies and low-carbon technologies.

Areas of research interests open to exploration include:

The use of renewable feedstocks
Sustainable chemical synthesis
Reducing and reusing food waste
Remediation of pollutants
Renewable energy production and storage

There’s an increasing number of jobs available in the sustainability science arena. Your specialisation will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to take advantage of these career opportunities, and to contribute to society in a meaningful and informed way.
Jobs related to Green Chemical Science
- Biochemist
- Chemist
- Chemistry technician
- Environmental consultant
- Environmental scientist
- Research chemist
- Scientific adviser

Prerequisite: A major or specialisation in Chemistry or Green Chemical Science, or an equivalent subject approved by the Director, including CHEM 360 and ENVSCI 301 or equivalent courses approved by the Director

Complete 120 points comprising:

30 points for all Compulsory Courses, and
15 points from Group 1 Elective Courses, and
15 points from Group 2 Elective Courses, and
Either:
60 points for all Dissertation - 1 Semester, or
60 points for all Dissertation - 2 Semesters

Compulsory Courses

Complete 30 points for ALL of the following:

CHEM 760 - Advanced Green Chemistry (15 points)

ENVSCI 714 - Environmental Pollution (15 points)

Group 1 Elective Courses

Complete exactly 15 points from the following:

CHEM 710 - Advanced Physical Chemistry (15 points)

CHEM 712 - Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology (15 points)

CHEM 720 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (15 points)

CHEM 730 - Modern Methods for the Synthesis of Bioactive Molecules (15 points)

CHEM 735 - Advanced Medicinal Chemistry (15 points)

CHEM 738 - Biomolecular Chemistry (15 points)

CHEM 740 - Current Topics in Analytical Chemistry (15 points)

CHEM 741 - Chemometrics and Quality Assurance in Chemistry (15 points)

CHEM 750 - Advanced Topics in Chemistry 1 (15 points)

CHEM 750A - Advanced Topics in Chemistry 1 (7.5 points)

CHEM 750B - Advanced Topics in Chemistry 1 (7.5 points)

CHEM 751 - Advanced Topics in Chemistry 2 (15 points)

CHEM 751A - Advanced Topics in Chemistry 2 (7.5 points)

CHEM 751B - Advanced Topics in Chemistry 2 (7.5 points)

CHEM 780 - Advanced Materials Chemistry (15 points)

Group 2 Elective Courses

Complete exactly 15 points from the following:

CHEM 710 - Advanced Physical Chemistry (15 points)

CHEM 751 - Advanced Topics in Chemistry 2 (15 points)

CHEM 751A - Advanced Topics in Chemistry 2 (7.5 points)

CHEM 751B - Advanced Topics in Chemistry 2 (7.5 points)

CHEM 780 - Advanced Materials Chemistry (15 points)

Up to 15 points may be substituted from other 700 level courses in Chemistry or related subjects with approval from the Programme Director.

Dissertation - 1 Semester

Complete 60 points for ALL of the following:

CHEM 793 - Honours Dissertation in Chemistry - Level 9 (60 points)

Dissertation - 2 Semesters

Complete 60 points for ALL of the following:

CHEM 793A - Honours Dissertation in Chemistry - Level 9 (30 points)

CHEM 793B - Honours Dissertation in Chemistry - Level 9 (30 points)