Faculty of Science, School of Chemistry enrolment presentation talk at Monash University

1. Chemistry at Monash is Evolving …
Dr Chris Thompson

2. Chemistry – The Central Science
Chemistry is the central science that
underpins all other sciences. A good
chemical knowledge is essential for the
study and practice of most sciences.
In the modern world, developments in
medicine, biology, biochemistry, micro-
biology, physiology, pharmacology,
earth sciences, environmental
sciences, new materials etc, are more
and more based on molecular
properties and interactions and hence
chemistry is assured of its central role.

3. Solutions to current world problems:
environment
energy resources
waste management
pollution control
medical treatments
new materials
biotechnology
nanotechnology.
The next generation of chemists will be
heavily involved in these endeavours.
Chemistry – The Central Science

4. A degree in chemistry develops skills in:
logical thinking
critical analysis
computer literacy
numeracy
data and information handling
communication.
These generic skills are sought by many
employers throughout science and in others
such as law, banking, administration,
marketing and politics.
Why Study Chemistry?

5. Do all chemistry majors end up wearing a lab coat?
Throughout science-based careers in industry, chemistry is
essential. The roles of professional chemists in industry are
diverse!
 Research & Development
 Sales
 Marketing
 Production
 All levels of management.

6. Do all chemistry majors end up wearing a lab coat?
You may find yourself in the government sector, such as
CSIRO, forensic and analytical laboratories, or even still
within university.
Others go a broad range of
directions:
 Teaching
 Computing
 Science journalism
 Self-employment
 Politics?!

7. A Major In Chemistry
• A major in chemistry requires 48 points.
• 12 points at Level 1, 36 points at Level 2 and 3.
CHM1011/CHM1022
CHM1051/CHM1052 - Advanced
CHM2911/CHM2922CHM2951/
CHM2990
CHM2942/62/
CHM2990
CHM3911/CHM3941
CHM3922/CHM3952
CHM3930
CHM3960
CHM3180/
CHM3990
Semester 1 Semester 2

8. Where will a major in Chemistry take me?
Agrochemical Industry
Analytical Chemist

9. Biomedicine
Biotechnology
Where will a major in Chemistry take me?

10. Where will a major in Chemistry take me?
Biotechnology Sales
and Marketing Manger
Drug Development

11. Where will a major in Chemistry take me?
Environmental / Water Science
Explosives Expert

12. Where will a major in Chemistry take me?
Food Technologist
Forensic Scientist

13. Where will a major in Chemistry take me?
Hospital / Medical
Laboratory Technician
Materials in Industry

14. Where will a major in Chemistry take me?
Instrument Specialist
Molecular Design Chemist

15. Where will a major in Chemistry take me?
Mining Jobs
Metallurgy

16. Where will a major in Chemistry take me?
OH&S Officer
Occupational Hygenist

17. Where will a major in Chemistry take me?
Paint Industry
Pharmaceutical and
Product Manufacturer

18. Where will a major in Chemistry take me?
Polymer/Materials Scientist
Process Control Chemist

19. Where will a major in Chemistry take me?
Quality Controller
Nuclear

20. Where will a major in Chemistry take me?
Science Journalist
Teacher

21. Where will a major in Chemistry take me?
Toxicologist
Winemaker

22. Where will a major in Chemistry take me?
Research Chemist

23. The Green Chemical
Futures Building (GCF)
opened in 2015.
This amazing new
building is where you will
do all your lab work.
Green Chemical Futures

24. • New purpose-built teaching spaces
including
• Lab space (dry and wet)
• Tutorial space including 50 seat
lecture theatre
• Collaborative spaces
• Instrument space
• Modular laboratories catering for
synthesis to analytical
• Collaborative projects with over 30
industry partners leading to new
programs in research training
Green Chemical Futures