Master of Industrial Research (Chemistry)
Launch your chemistry career by spending most of your graduate studies conducting paid industry research.
Best for:Best for chemistry graduates seeking hands-on, industry-based research experience and paid professional placement.
Overview
The Master of Industrial Research (Chemistry) at the University of Melbourne is a coursework graduate program designed to bridge academic training and commercial R&D. Students spend a significant portion of their time working directly in chemical and pharmaceutical industries, gaining practical experience in areas such as advanced materials and drug development. Run by the University of Melbourne in Parkville, Australia, this program prepares graduates for commercial research careers. Applicants are expected to hold a strong foundational degree in chemistry and a demonstrated record of academic excellence.
What you'll do
- Engage in industry-based chemical research and development projects
- Collaborate with commercial R&D teams to engineer new-generation materials
- Contribute to bringing new pharmaceutical products to market
- Complete advanced coursework components in chemistry
- Translate theoretical chemical knowledge into practical industry solutions
Requirements
Degree required: Undergraduate degree in chemistry or equivalent
Degree offered: Master Degree
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Strong foundational knowledge in chemistry
- Ability to conduct laboratory research
- Analytical and problem-solving skills in a chemical context
- Must hold an undergraduate degree in chemistry (or equivalent) with a weighted average mark (WAM) of at least 75 percent, or possess a qualification and professional experience considered equivalent.
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How to apply
Prospective students should review the official course page on the University of Melbourne website to check intake periods and submission guidelines. Applications are submitted through the university's standard graduate application portal.
- Undergraduate transcripts
- Proof of degree completion
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