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About the course
The Bachelor of Medicinal Chemistry (Honours) focuses on the chemical sciences behind discovering and developing new medicines and diagnostic agents. You’ll build practical laboratory skills using modern analytical and synthetic techniques and learn how drugs are tested and regulated. Study is delivered on campus with hands-on classes in UOW’s science teaching facilities, preparing you for advanced scientific work in medicinal chemistry. The programme develops laboratory techniques, scientific writing, and analytical methods for research and industry settings.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue roles across drug discovery, chemical analysis and related health and science sectors. Career paths may include medicinal or analytical chemist, quality control chemist/analyst, clinical research associate, regulatory scientist, toxicologist, pharmacokineticist, environmental or forensic chemist, and medical science liaison. The Bachelor of Medicinal Chemistry (Honours) supports work in laboratories, pharmaceuticals, public health and research-focused settings in chemistry and life sciences.
Living Costs in Wollongong**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 16 - 21 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,452 - 1,921 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,188 - 1,572 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 7 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 242 - 320 |
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