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The University of Western Australia (UWA)

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Master of Forensic Science and Doctor of Philosophy

  • Masters (Coursework)

Enhance your skills and knowledge of forensic science with this master's and PhD program. This degree combines coursework units in a variety of forensic disciplines with a research thesis in an area of your choice....

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Course Code
00880, 040788E

About this course

The Master of Forensic Science and Doctor of Philosophy is a multidisciplinary degree that focuses on scientific methods for investigating crime, while also addressing the needs of forensic investigations within allied industries. The suite of units provides an interdisciplinary introduction to many forensic science disciplines including DNA, entomology, anthropology and forensic chemistry. You are given the opportunity to research a particular topic in more detail and gain experience in the criminal justice system and expert evidence in the Expert Testimony unit. In the second year of the course, you'll complete a dissertation on a specific topic of your choice that further develops your research skills.

Entry requirements

Admission requirements

If you're interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate degree, find out the admission details below.

Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) had a PhD proposal approved by the Board of the Graduate Research School;
or
(b) an honours degree of at least 2A level or equivalent and have completed the first year of the course leading to the degree of Master of Forensic Science.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) had a PhD proposal approved by the Board of the Graduate Research School;
or
(b) an honours degree of at least 2A level or equivalent and have completed the first year of the course leading to the degree of Master of Forensic Science.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

Career pathways

Careers and further study

Take your studies to a new level with a postgraduate degree and discover what career opportunities lie ahead.

Career Pathways
"Forensic scientists may have a wide variety of responsibilities including identifying illicit drugs; analysing drugs and poisons in human tissue and body fluids; examining and comparing materials such as fibres, paints, cosmetics, oils, fuels, plastics, glass, metals, soils and gunshot residues; and examining human and animal biological material to be compared with victims and suspects using DNA profiling."
Career Pathways "Forensic scientists may have a wide variety of responsibilities including identifying illicit drugs; analysing drugs and poisons in human tissue and body fluids; examining and comparing materials such as fibres, paints, cosmetics, oils, fuels, plastics, glass, metals, soils and gunshot residues; and examining human and animal biological material to be compared with victims and suspects using DNA profiling."
Further Study
"Students may choose to pursue further studies in other areas of research related to forensic science."
Further Study "Students may choose to pursue further studies in other areas of research related to forensic science."

Course structure

Core

Take all units (42 points):

Option

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