Bachelor of Science (Forensic Science)
This degree will prepared to become an in-demand professional in the field of forensic investigation and evidence collection. You will be given a balance of scientific theory and practical experience, as well as access to state-of-the-art teaching labs and facilities, including our Crime Scene House.
The Bachelor of Science (Forensic Science) produces scientists with a strong background in the biological and chemical sciences. You will gain a solid understanding of forensic science, including methods of forensic analysis, crime scene investigation, forensic photography, forensic investigation, crime and criminal justice, and complex cases. The Crime Scene House gives our students the opportunity to practice realistic crime scene investigation, offering hands-on experience in collecting evidence and conducting investigations. This ensures that our graduates are well prepared for a range of roles including in crime scene management, environmental forensics and forensic chemistry and biology. This degree also allows you to work with students from other disciplines, so you can start building your professional networks even before you graduate. Recent graduates of our program are currently working for NSW Police, NT Police, Australian Federal Police and the Environmental Protection Agency, along with a number of other government and private agencies.
Campus Information
Hawkesbury Campus
Hawkesbury campus gives you access to cutting-edge facilities. Allows you to enrich your mind and get your hands dirty. Prepares you to take on the world of tomorrow.
Intakes
- March
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 7
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
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Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Your career
As a science graduate in forensic science look forward to career opportunities including:
- Forensic scientist
- Crime scene officer
- Accident investigator
- Private investigator
- Forensic consultant
- Drug analyst
PSW Opportunity
- Yes, 3 years PSW for Penrith and Hawkesbury Campus rest of all has 2 years.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Indian Higher Secondary School Certificate (State Boards)
- Successful completion of Higher Secondary Certificate with a pass of 70% in best 4 core subjects
All India School Certificate (CBSE)
- Successful completion of AISCE (CBSE) with an overall GPA of 60% in the best 4 core subjects
Indian School Certificate (ISC)
- Successful completion of ISCE with an overall GPA of 60% in the best 4 core subjects
Nepal
- Nepalese Higher Secondary Certificate with a grade of 80% (Year 11+12) (pre-2018) or Nepalese Education Board Year 12 with GPA 2.9 in best 4 academic subjects or Nepalese Proficiency Certificate (10+3) with an average grade of 75% and Nurses Registration (Nursing only)
Sri Lanka
- Sri Lankan GCE with an aggregate of 3^ from best 3 academic subjects or Edexcel GCE ‘A’ Level examination with a score of 6# from 3 ‘A’ Level academic subjects
- Course Code: 041144M
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
100800 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: N/A
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