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Chemistry is the study of matter and how it transforms its molecular state during reactions to other materials. This fascinating study of chemical structure and molecules at the nano-level has long enabled researchers to find the answers to questions that affect society at the macro-level. For example, understanding chemical, electrical and thermal energy can help us tackle global problems like scarcity of resources, and develop new technology to solve them. If you're fascinated by the molecular structure of a substance and its reactions with others, then Chemistry is the course for you!

Like all other sciences, Chemistry is not an easy course for students to master. There are so many concepts, formulas and theories to memorise with each long unit that it can be scary to even consider. No matter the level of the course, whether it's Unit 3 or 4 at high school, or the start of a science undergraduate, every Chemistry student could do with a little help over the duration of their learning.

This is where a Superprof tutor can come in handy. As you work through each module of your course, you can use classes with a private tutor as a way to review week by week, theory by theory. They can help you in so many ways, from keeping you on track with your study to explaining a theory you didn't understand in class, to even helping you with the structure for your long term papers.

What's the difference between online and in-person lessons?

Many students might wonder whether it's more useful to complete any learning outside their university course online or in person. The fact is that both types of courses have their own advantage and overtime each student will find they have a different preference and approach each with a different energy.

The benefits of online learning are many. In general, the foremost advantage is the ease and convenience of taking video courses on the web. You don't have to waste hours getting from one place to another, and you're able to study in the full comfort of your own home. But this isn't the only positive...

Learning online means you have access to teachers from a different state or even a different country. This means you are less limited and have more chance of finding a teacher that can explain anything from an introductory lesson about a chemical structure to a complex theory on energy transfer.

Another benefit is the opportunity to use technology as an integral part of the learning experience. Already being on the computer means a teacher can find a video or other resources to help their student better understand a particular unit.

University Chemistry courses in Australia

High school Chemistry courses are a great introduction to the world of Chemistry, and students often decide they want to continue to learn about science, and specifically Chemistry, through a university degree.

If you didn't learn about the subject at high school, you'll have to take at least one introductory module as part of the first term of your degree. Once you get to the second and third years, you'll be studying more complex concepts each term in courses like Quantum Nature of Molecules, Chemistry: Reactions and Synthesis or Medicinal Organic Chemistry. You will also be free to choose a more specific focus for your Chemistry study, with each unit getting you closer to obtaining your final degree. The main areas of specialisation at this level are:

• Medicinal Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry
• Materials Chemistry
• Synthetic Chemistry

There are many great undergraduate options that students in Australia can choose from, most with a duration of three to four years. Here are the top three undergraduate degree courses, as ranked by the World University Rankings:

• Monash University, Victoria: The top option in Australia, this university offers three courses where students can major in Chemistry: the Bachelor of Science, which can be extended by a year to become an honours degree, either by research or coursework hours. This course offers the most range in terms of possible majors.

• University of Melbourne, Victoria: At this university students can also choose to major in Chemistry or Chemical Systems through a Bachelor of Science. One of the more interesting parts of this degree is that it offers 'breadth subjects' each term. That is, a module or unit that comes from another course stream. This means you can break up the weeks of science with hours of an elective like Introduction to Spanish or Mechanical Engineering.

• University of New South Wales, NSW: The third highest ranking for Chemistry in Australian universities, UNSW offers similar courses and units to the two universities above, with the added bonus of being able to combine your general degree with another study area like Arts, Engineering or Commerce.

Can a Chemistry teacher help me with my VCE, HSC etc.?

No matter which state in Australia you find yourself in, studying with a private tutor can only increase your chances of getting a great score in your final Chemistry unit, hopefully helping you to get into the university course of your dreams.

Teacher and student can spend the extra hours on reviews of different chemical concepts, as well as taking the time to learn specific exam skills that they might have missed through the school term.

If you have decided that you want to start private classes as an introduction to Chemistry, or need support during the duration of your university course, the next step is to find a great match. This is where Superprof can help! You can start your search by looking through our database of online Chemistry teachers.

As you view each profile, you can read a little introduction about each person, full details of their time tutoring and reviews from past students. Some even have an introductory video! You can easily contact your choice and have a trial lesson (which most offer free!) you'll find that after a few weeks with your tutor, you're more comfortable with your chemistry knowledge!