Bachelor of Science (Applied Chemistry and Molecular Biology) (La Trobe University)
Course Information
Description
The Bachelor of Science (Applied Chemistry and Molecular Biology) is a course that provides students with the opportunity to focus on subjects directly related to drug design and organic synthesis, medicinal chemistry and forensic science. This degree allows students to develop skills that are highly regarded and highly valued in the chemical industry.
Students will apply principles in the core areas of inorganic, organic, physical, biological, analytical, computational, materials and macromolecular chemistry. This includes practical skills such as synthesis, analytical, physical or computational chemistry laboratory work.
This course has been particularly developed to support the internationally growing biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries and provide students with a robust basis for progressing into a wide variety of chemistry-based post-graduate study and career paths
Course Highlights
Advanced Standing
Stand to receive 6 – 12 module exemptions and possible completion in 12 – 36 months with a relevant polytechnic diploma qualification.
Learn from Subject Experts
Learn from our experienced academic team, with PhDs from reputable universities in Singapore and abroad.
Purpose-Built Science Labs
Work with some of the industry’s commonly used equipment across our three life science and chemistry labs, which are designed through more than 10 years of teaching life science.
Double Majors Advantage
Combine perspectives across two life science disciplines to enhance your learning experience.
Entry Requirements
Local Qualifications
- GCE ‘A’-Levels minimum 7 in total for the best 3 H2 subjects or, STPM 8 in total for the best 3 academic subjects, and min. grade C for Chemistry; OR
- Local Science-related diploma in relevant areas; OR
- Local Engineering diploma with Calculus Mathematics background and has a ‘C’ average grade may be considered; OR
- PSB Academy Foundation Diploma in Life Sciences with an average Pass, and with a Pass in each of the units; OR
- Advanced standing may be given for approved Diploma courses upon a final Diploma result;
All applications are subject to approval by La Trobe University.
Minimum Age Requirement
- 16 years old
English Language Requirement
- GCE ‘O’ Level English grade C or above or equivalent; OR
- IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0; OR
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) [Test Before 1 Dec 2020] – Overall score of 50 with no communicative skill score less than 50; OR
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) [Test after 1 Dec 2020] – Overall score of 46 with no communicative skill score less than 46; OR
- TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) – 64 with 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing; OR
- Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) / Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) – Score of 169 with no less than 169 in any component.
English language test scores must be less than two years old from the commencement date of the course at La Trobe University. Details of the policy and information on any other English tests accepted by the University can be found at: https://www.latrobe.edu.au/study/apply/international/requirements
International Qualifications:
- See course webpage for more information
Career Opportunities
Graduates may choose to pursue a future (but not limited to) in these departments/industries:
- Chemist
- Environmental Scientist
- Petrochemist
- Forensic Scientist
Modules
Academic Year 1 Modules
- Big Ideas in Science: Life, the Universe and Everything
- Biology of Cell and Organism
- Chemistry 1A
- Chemistry 1B
- Making Sense of Data
- Mathematical Applications in Biology
Academic Year 1 Elective Modules
- Human Biosciences A
- Infections, Pandemics and Epidemics
- Pharmaceutical Formulation A
Academic Year 2 Modules
- Career Options and Professional Identity
- Fundamentals of Chemistry B
- Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Medicinal and Organic Chemistry
- Metabolic Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Academic Year 2 Elective Modules
- Pharmacology A
- Pharmacology B
Academic Year 3 Modules
- Advanced Chemistry Laboratory
- Advanced Topics in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
- Analytical Chemistry
- Biopharmaceutics
- Clinical Biochemistry and Haematology
- Human Pathophysiology
- Science Project
- Synthetic Topics in Chemistry
** Relevant Life Science Polytechnic Diploma holders can enjoy 6 to 12 module exemptions, subject to university entry requirements. This is Applicable for students who completed PSB Academy’s Foundation Diploma in Life Sciences
Mode of Assessment
Assessment of this programme may include assignments, tests, projects, reports, lab work, final examinations and others.
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