Chemistry (Honours) University of Auckland

Overview

Throughout the Chemistry (Honours) course from University of Auckland from Mathematics to Medicinal Chemistry; Biotechnology to Geography and Food Science to Photonics, the sheer range of specialisations available in the BSc(Hons) programme means you’re sure to find your niche. What’s more, you’ll be able to deepen your knowledge and skills in your specialist area.

Chemistry gives you a sound understanding of the chemical nature of matter and a grounding in laboratory-based chemical science. It is an extraordinarily multidisciplinary science, and the interaction with other sciences has an enormous influence on the modern lifestyle and standard of living.

You will explore the impact of chemistry, from the chemistry of elements and their compounds and the relationship between molecular structure and reactivity, to the role of energy, concepts of bond formation and chemical equilibrium.

Career opportunities:

You may end up working in the fields of food, paper, brewing, paint and plastics, ceramics, metals and agricultural products. Special applications include forensic science and the running of hospital laboratories. You could also work in a Crown Research Institute.

Jobs related to Chemistry

• Analytical, inorganic, organic, materials, physical chemist

• Biochemist

• Chemistry technician

• Lecturer or secondary school teacher

• Research scientist

• Science technician or technical assistant

• Scientific adviser