Nanotechnology/Science
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Nanotechnology/Bachelor of Science
Length
4 years
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
Combining the emerging field of study of the very small, this course allows students to specialise in nanotechnology subjects with comprehensive studies of the core science disciplines of physics, chemistry, biochemistry and mathematics.
Nanotechnology focuses on events on the scale of nanometres (millionths of a millimetre), developing new products and processes at a level where physics, chemistry, biology and engineering intersect. Modern computer technology is one of the high points of its application, but nanotechnology is also driving rapid advances in healthcare, playing a key role in sustainability, and helping to make vehicles and machines faster, lighter, and stronger.
Course structure
The curriculum includes core studies in physics, chemistry, biochemistry, biology and mathematics, and specialised studies in nanotechnology at all year levels - including nanochemistry, imaging and materials characterisation, scanning probe microscopies, synchrotron science and technology, sensors and devices, nanomaterials and fabrication, and a major research project.
It also offers specialist streams in nanostructured materials and bionanotechnology. In addition, all students participate in our Issues in Nanotechnology seminar program, which features presentations and workshops led by experts working in science, industry, business and government.
Contact hours
25 hours a week (average) in first year
Subject details
Major areas of study
Physics, science, nanotechnology, biochemistry, chemistry, mathematics, biology
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
24 660
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/future-undergraduatesAdditional costs (AUD)
Depending on the subjects chosen, extra costs can include a laboratory coat - about A$30 - and a dissecting kit - about A$40. Students can purchase these items from any supplier; they remain students' personal property.
Selection
Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60%) UG) level conducted by La Trobe Melbourne; for more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test: a minimum score of 550 with a score of 5 or better in the Test of Written English; or
TOEFL Computer-based Test: a minimum score of 213 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test: a minimum score of 80 with no individual score less than 20; or
Satisfactory completion of an English language subject at Year 12 or equivalent level. This must have been completed in the last two years and at an academic level acceptable to the University; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
LTM Foundation Studies - 80
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2011 (indicative only) - 83.65
International Baccalaureate - 29
GCE A Levels - 9
Hong Kong A Levels - 7
HKDSE - 12, 6
Sri Lankan A Levels - BBB
STPM - 9
MICSS (UEC) - 5A 1B
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 75
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 4
Sweden Slutbetyg - VG
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 80
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8.6
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 3.2
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 3.0
GAOKAO - see: the website
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
Prerequisites
Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics determined to be equivalent to VCE Units 3 & 4 (any) with a minimum study score of 30 in English (ESL), a minimum study score of 25 in any other English, Chemistry and Mathematical Methods (either), and 20 in Specialist Mathematics or Physics.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)
Industry experience
The following types of industry experience are available in this course.
- Workplace experience for academic credit
Career opportunities
Graduates are fully qualified for employment in a wide range of science-based industries and research laboratories, and will also be able to participate in the emerging nanotechnology industries globally. Graduates can find career opportunities in diverse sectors such as advanced materials, semiconductor and microelectronic technologies, advanced medical diagnostics, mineral processing, aerospace and defence industries, chemicals and polymer manufacture, surface coating technologies, and government and private sector research laboratories. Given their cross-disciplinary background, graduates will also find many opportunities in areas where the traditional sciences intersect.
Professional recognition
Graduates may be eligible for accreditation with the Australian Institute of Physics and the Royal Australian Chemical Institute, depending on their electives.