Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Chemistry Challenge

Claire and Pravin - 2006 Chemistry Challenge winners

This two day, hands-on workshop explores the science behind everyday products. With the guidance of academic staff from the Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science, program participants will be introduced to university chemistry, through a mix of tutorials and lab sessions.

Participants in 2007 experimented to develop a moisturising cream and presented their findings to an expert panel.

Details

Date: 1 and 2 October 2008
Time: 10.30am – 5pm
Location: Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Cost:  Free of charge to schools and their nominated pupils.

How to apply

Ten teams, each from a different school, will be selected to take part in the competition.Teams are made up of two high achieving year 11 chemistry students from one school.

Applicants must demonstrate:

• An interest in chemistry
• Strong academic performance
• Involvement in their school or community
  

Students should be planning to complete units 3 and 4 English (any), Chemistry and Mathematical Methods (either) as part of their VCE studies.

Once you have formed a team of two, apply with the assistance of your Chemistry or Careers teacher. The participant application form and the school application form  must be returned to Jessica Dobbie by:

• Fax to 03 9903 9581
• or post to Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 381 Royal Parade, Parkville 3052

Applications close on the 14 August 2008.

Contact

For further information contact Jessica Dobbie by phoning 03 9903 9119 or email jessica.dobbie@pharm.monash.edu.au.