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Graduate Diploma in Forensic Science (50320)

The information contained in this course overview is intended only as a guide and is not part of the rules for this course. For further information (including links to unit details) consult the rules for this course and the University General Rules for Academic Courses.
Course type: 
   Postgraduate diploma
Status: 
   Current
Intake periods: 
   All
Description: 
   This is a multidisciplinary degree combining the research and teaching of the University with the public and industry needs of WA and beyond. The course is aimed at students who have completed a degree in an allied science or other relevant subject area and wish to gain a qualification in forensic science and/or specialise in forensic science (odontology). Units in odontology are offered only to those students with dental qualifications.
Admission requirements: 
   A bachelor's degree in a relevant subject area from this University, or equivalent qualifications and experience in a relevant field; and certification of police clearance and currency of tetanus protection
Administered by: 
   Faculty of Life and Physical Sciences

COURSE DETAILS

Minimum credit points required: 
   48
Structure: 
   The programme comprises coursework and the completion of a case study which includes a mock court appearance. For more information on the core units contact Forensic Science or go to the web site at http://www.forensicscience.uwa.edu.au/.
Available to international students: 
   Yes. For information on international student fees see 'Schedule 2: Fees'. (Enquiries: international@uwa.edu.au)
Attendance type: 
   Full- or part-time (Student visa holders should read http://www.international.uwa.edu.au/studentnet/esos for more information.)
Delivery mode: 
   Internal
Standard full-time completion: 
   1 year
Standard part-time completion: 
   2 years
Locations offered: 
   UWA (Crawley)
Domestic fee type: 
   Postgraduate fee-paying/FEE-HELP
Majors available: 
   Forensic Science

ENQUIRIES (Interstate Call Prefix: 08)

Contact: Danielle Molan
Position: Administrator, Centre for Forensic Science
Phone: 6488 7286
Email: forensic@cyllene.uwa.edu.au