The QUT chemistry degree is a qualification that is known and respected by employers. 

Many employers prefer QUT chemistry graduates, especially those with an extension minor in analytical chemistry, because of their advanced technical skills, experience with modern instrumentation, and training in scientific communication. 

The training in analytical chemistry throughout the chemistry degree is renowned nationally.

You will undertake comprehensive laboratory work, including experiments using modern computer-based analytical instruments, and gain knowledge and experience in the health and safety aspects of handling chemicals. 

Highly respected lecturers will guide you; many actively participate in cutting-edge research. 

Highlights

• Learn the basics before developing a more detailed understanding of analytical, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry.
• Complete a research project in your final year, and take field trips to major industrial sites.
• Choose a degree recognised by employers for its analytical chemistry component and focus on safe laboratory practices.
• Prepare for a career as an industrial chemist, materials scientist, environmental chemist, quality control analyst, laboratory supervisor, food chemist, or organic/inorganic chemist.
• Learn in new multimillion-dollar research and teaching facilities.

• Award Certificates
• Academic Transcripts
• Passport or Visa Documents
• Translations of documents in a language other than English
• English Language Proficiency

High school Year 12 (or equivalent) 

Subject prerequisites

• Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)

India:

• Senior/Higher Secondary School Certificate/Pre-University certificate from QUT recognised state education boards with an overall average of 75% in the best five academic subjects.
• Indian School Certificate academic stream awarded by CISCE with an overall average of 60% in the best five academic subjects.
• All India Senior School Certificate academic stream awarded by CBSE with an overall average of 60% in the best five academic subjects.

China: 

• GAOKAO 60% in best 4 academic subjects.
   

Iran:

• Before 2020: Pre-University Certificate with a grade average of 15 on a 20-point scale.
• From 2020: National High School Diploma/Secondary School Leaving Certificate with a grade average of 15 on a 20-point scale in the final year (Grade 12).

Intensive Program:

When you have completed this course and met the faculty progression requirements, you will be guaranteed a place in the first year of your chosen bachelor's degree.

There are four foundation streams to choose from, each with 4 units.

You will be allocated to the streams based on your selected Bachelor's degree course and progression requirements (i.e. degree course pre-requisites).