About the course

In this year-long course, you’ll learn specialist forensic disciplines including bloodstain pattern analysis (BPA), fingerprint and impression analysis, pathology and injury interpretation, anthropology and archaeology, forensic DNA and forensic chemistry. If you have a degree in science, or a relevant bachelor's degree, this course will give you the skills you need to help in criminal investigations. Alternatively, if you are already a Police or Forensic professional, you’ll be able to upskill or attain a university qualification in your field. Study eight postgraduate forensic coursework units where you will reconstruct crime scenes as you learn to collect, process and interpret biological, chemical and physical evidence. Build your expertise in specimen preparation, sources of contamination, quality assurance, statistical interpretation and the admissibility of evidence as you learn to prepare and deliver courtroom testimony. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Murdoch
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Murdoch
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Murdoch
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Murdoch
Semester 1 (February), 2026	Murdoch
Semester 2 (July), 2026	Murdoch

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Murdoch University

Evidence of studies at university level (AQF Level 7) in biology or biochemistry or chemistry. Applicants who can show equivalent knowledge through vocational training and/or experience will be considered.

　　Academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - IELTS overall 6.0 with no band below 6.0

　　Test of English as a Foreign Language - IBT (TOEFL IBT) - 73 with no band less than 18

　　Test of English as a Foreign Language - Paper Based (TOEFL - Paper Based) - 534 (Test of Written English not less than 4.5)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 73.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Murdoch University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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