Science/Nanotechnology
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Science (Hons) and Master of Nanotechnology
Length
5.5 years (5 years accelerated learning program)
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
This course is La Trobe University's flagship nanotechnology program for high achievers. It blends a diverse Honours-level science program incorporating core studies in physics, chemistry, biochemistry, biology and mathematics with a Master's-level qualification in nanotechnology.
Nanotechnology focuses on understanding, creating and controlling events on the scale of nanometres (millionths of a millimetre), where physics, chemistry, biology and engineering intersect.
Students take specialist nanotechnology subjects from first year, and complete a Master's research project. After graduating, they are immediately eligible (subject to academic merit) for entry into a PhD program.
Course structure
The course provides 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 opportunities for a major undergraduate nanotechnology research project.
Students can undertake specialist streams in nanostructured materials and bionanotechnology. In addition, all students participate in our unique Issues in Nanotechnology seminar program, featuring presentations and workshops led by experts from science, industry, business and government.
In the later years, students join a research group and use resources at La Trobe and other leading facilities to tackle current questions in nanotechnology.
Contact hours
25 hours a week (average) in first year
Subject details
Major areas of study
Nanotechnology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics, mathematics, biology, science
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-undergraduatesSelection
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 - 90
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2011 (indicative only) - 90.45
International Baccalaureate - 33
GCE A Levels - 10
Hong Kong A Levels - 7
HKDSE - 16,8
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 study score of 25 in any other English, Chemistry and Mathematical Methods (either), and 20 in Specialist Mathematics or Physics.
Semester starts
Semester 1 (February)
Industry experience
The following types of industry experience are available in this course.
- Workplace experience for academic credit
Additional information
Semester 2 (July) entry is only available to students with Advanced Standing (credit) for previous studies.
Career opportunities
Graduates may work 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 may 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 (RACI), depending on their electives.