Master of Science (Nanotechnology)
Nanotechnology deals with matter on a molecular size scale of nanometres (1 billionth of a metre). As a discipline it
draws from physics, chemistry and engineering, and has potential for significant overlap with biotechnology.
Innovative application outcomes and commercialisation opportunities are achieved by exploiting new levels of control of
the fabrication, integration and properties of nanoscale objects.
Students will have the opportunity to see and experience first-hand the tools employed in advanced nanotechnology development,
and through project work will have the opportunity to draw on the skills and experience of leading university and industry nanotechnology practitioners.
Course structure
Delivery mode and duration
This is a 2 year full-time course, and is available part-time. All program subjects are delivered on-campus (Parkville).
Entry requirements
Science entry: Bachelor degree with first year Mathematics and a major in Chemistry or Physics with a final score of at least 65%, or equivalent.
Engineering entry: An appropriate four year engineering degree with a final score of at least 65% or equivalent, or an appropriate BSc/BTech
with an engineering systems major with an average of at least 65% or equivalent over the final two years.
How to apply
How to apply for Science graduate course programs.
Career prospects
Nanotechnology is a new and innovative specialisation. Graduates may find employment in areas such as:
- Research
- Research support & administration
- Policy development
- Marketing of new technologies
- Science communication
- National security
Industries include:
- Medical and pharmaceutical
- Materials science including textiles, polymers or packaging
- Agriculture and environmental
- Electronics/semiconductor industry
- Manufacturing
- Food science
In 2009, the Australian Government committed 38.2 million over four years to the National Enabling Technology Strategy. Nanotechnology is one
focus of this strategy. A key aspect of this strategy is the building of knowledge intensive industries that can provide sustainable, high-skill,
high-wage jobs. For more information about this initiative, please visit the
National Enabling Technologies Strategy.
Contact details
The Melbourne Graduate School of Science
The University of Melbourne
Tel: +61 3 8344 6404
Fax: +61 3 8344 5804
CRICOS Code 062189B