Murdoch,
WA,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Forensic Science (Professional Practice and Research) in Murdoch Australia | Murdoch University
Murdoch University
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Murdoch Australia
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Coursework)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
33,360
(c. USD23,995.65)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Gain expertise in specialized forensic fields such as bloodstain pattern interpretation, fingerprint examination, pathology, DNA forensics, and forensic chemistry. During your Master of Forensic Science (Professional Practice and Research) program, you'll undertake an extensive year-long research initiative to refine your professional skills. Designed for science graduates or those with relevant undergraduate qualifications, this course equips you with investigative techniques for criminal cases. Develop crime scene reconstruction abilities while mastering the collection, analysis, and evaluation of biological, chemical, and physical evidence. Enhance your proficiency in sample preparation, contamination prevention, quality control, statistical analysis, and evidentiary standards as you train to present expert testimony in legal proceedings. The program includes an intensive year-long research component, providing specialized knowledge in your chosen area and creating pathways for potential PhD advancement. For those seeking an accelerated option, we offer an 18-month Master of Forensics (Professional Practice) program.
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Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
University level (AQF Level 7) qualification in Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, “Other Natural and Physical Sciences” or relevant Health related fields (Medical, Veterinary or Dental Studies, Nursing, Pharmacy or “Other Health”). Majors in Criminology will be considered if they contain units in a Biological or Chemical Science (i.e. Crime Science) at the discretion of the Academic Chair. Majors in Criminology or other non-cognate degrees that do not contain units in a Biological or Chemical Science cannot gain direct entry to the M1292 because they have not yet demonstrated scientific competency at tertiary level. These students can apply for consideration by the Academic Chair to enrol in the Graduate Certificate in Forensic Science (Professional Practice) (C1131) or Graduate Diploma in Forensic Science (Professional Practice) (G1085). Successfully completing 12 credit points in either of these courses will provide students with evidence of scientific competency required for subsequent admission to the M1292. Both C1131 and G1085 are nested programs within the M1292, thus students who successfully complete units within C1131 or G1085 will receive credit for those units if they transfer to M1292.
English Language requirements: IELTS overall 6.0 with no band below 6.0; CAE - 169 overall with no band below 169; PTE - 50 with no band below 50; TOEFL IBT - 73 with no band less than 18; OET - OET with a minimum of C (250-290) in each of the four components.
Tuition
AUD
33,360